Essays on Support

Introduction

Social support may be termed as the assistance that can be given from people. The community or people are the main social supportive resources. The supportive resources may be the emotional (for example nurturance), the tangible (for example financial assistance), the informational (for example advice), or the companionship (for example belonging). The Social support may be measured in terms of perception about other person’s available assistance and actual assistance received. It can also be measured by the degree an individual is involved in social network. The Leadership is an important aspect which is well-known in professional life of Continue reading...

California Lutheran University

Rayan Azhari
Chapter I

Introduction

Succession planning is the process of identifying, recruiting, and training employees of an organization in order to equip them with skills necessary for enabling them to take up future top management positions. It entails training and evaluation processes to ensure that the respective employees are capable of effectively and efficiently handling all the management and leadership issues, they may face in the course of duty.
Succession planning is an important part of everyday organization activities and, as a result, all organizations whether small; medium sized or even large must prepare for future succession possibilities. Effective Continue reading...

Chapter I

Introduction
Succession planning is the process of identifying, recruiting, and training employees of an organization in order to equip them with skills necessary for enabling them to take up future top management positions. It entails training and evaluation processes to ensure that the respective employees are capable of effectively and efficiently handling all the management and leadership issues, they may face in the course of duty.
Succession planning is an important part of everyday organization activities and, as a result, all organizations whether small; medium sized or even large must prepare for future succession possibilities. Effective succession planning ensures Continue reading...

Nursing as a profession has since time immemorial strived to deliver a high quality holistic care to clients and patients. The holistic care targets physical, spiritual, psychological, and social well-being of a patient, and is often tailored to suit individual context (Rice, 2007). Context is hereby construed to mean patient’s diagnosis, its chronicity, and stage of recovery amongst others.

According to Goldsmith (2008), social support refers to the material, emotional, and informational assistance that a patient obtains from his social networks. Social network may include the family, neighbors, friends, co-workers, and formal agencies. Whatever the source, the purpose Continue reading...

Executive Summary

This report investigates the value of a decision support system to an organization’s operations. It identifies the strengths and weaknesses of the system, as well as some of the problems that can be encountered with its implementation.

This report identifies the main strength of a decision support system to be its capability to improve the decision-making process and its cost- and time- efficiency. It also leads to better compromise solutions and improved conflict management.
Its main weakness, on the other hand, is that its effectiveness relies on the decision-making process and the complexity of the problem. It also Continue reading...

Introduction

According to Iliadou (2012), “labour support as a term used to describe the presence of an empathetic person who offers advice, information, comfort measures and other forms of tangible assistance to help a women cope with the stress of labour and birth”. It is the midwives role to be able to identify the woman’s needs and address them appropriately and within a timely manner. There are many ways, in which midwives can offer support during labour and birth both physiologically and psychologically. However, the support provided to women in labour also varies enormously depending upon the birth environment.
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Abstract

Humanitarian response to the earthquake that hit Haiti in 2000 was from National Government and Non-Governmental Organizations. Support in form of rescue and relief workers got sent to Haiti. Humanitarian supplies got directly supplied to areas directly affected by the earthquake. National fund raising got organized in an effort to provide monetary support. Medical staff got sent and security personnel too. The urgency of the response to Haiti is important and the response to the appeal of donation. Use of questionnaires was quite helpful as it provided the best sample for the research. There was strong support for the Continue reading...

Introduction

The implementation and use of decision support systems (DSS) in organizations are becoming more predominant in recent years. The DSS has become a part of major organizations’ operations to ensure the quality and timeliness of the goods or services provided to both internal and external customers.

This report investigates the benefits of implementing a decision support system and identifies its potential strengths and weaknesses. It also discusses the possible issues that might be encountered during its implementation, as well as the financial costs that may be involved.

Implementation of a Decision Support System for TNT

TNT is a global leader in the delivery services. They have two Continue reading...

Child support is a contentious topic, as it is an issue that comes up when two people are often at their most vulnerable and explosively emotional point during a divorce. While most parents want what is best for their child or children, child support can become an issue between two otherwise-level-headed adults who feel that they are being treated unfairly by the system. To properly understand the policy and logistical considerations of the child support system in the United States, it is important to keep in mind that there are a wide variety of extenuating factors that dictate the Continue reading...

Management

The issue that is currently hurting Contact Center is their Store Operations Support. There has been a lack of focus in understanding the primary issue of servicing customers, and this has led to poor customer support. There are far too much interdependency of Support groups to handle customer complaints and complaint resolution. The problem of having three individual phone numbers for the three specific groups has only magnified the problem further. With so many departments involved in customer support; Store Repair Support, Store Operations Support, and Fleet Support, customer requests are taking far too long to resolve, as a Continue reading...

Literature Review on the Role of Social Support in Aids

- Background
Despite the extensive research on human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), the cure remains evasive and even with the development of more effective drugs to manage the disease; it remains a major public health concern. Since the emergence of HIV/AIDS in the early 1980s, more than 33 million people have contracted the infection. The disease has been known not only to affect the infected persons but their families as well. In some countries in the sub-Saharan Africa, it is a common saying that if you are not infected by HIV then you are affected. The HIV pandemic has particularly Continue reading...

Bradshaw, J., Ditch, J., & Holmes, H. (January 01, 1993). A comparative study of child support in fifteen countries. Journal of European Social Policy, 1993, 255-271.

Research question

What is the impact of the child support system on the lives of men?
Hypothesis.
Null hypothesis- child support system impacts negatively on men.
Alternative hypothesis- child support system does not impact negatively on men
Methodology- quantitative research methodology has been adapted. Secondary data type has been used.

Variables-

Dependent variable-lives of men
Independent variable-child support system
Key findings
- If you are contracted by a child support agency, respond to this inquiry, do not Continue reading...

Impact of Management

Impact of Management

Introduction

The management of sports takes place through the establishment of sports departments. The sports departments represent either the region, specific sport or the entire nation. The departments manage sports like other business entities. The management of sports does not only entail the physical part involved in sports but also involves ensuring that the organizations and departments raise enough money to facilitate the running of sports events. It also entails ensuring that the sports facilities undergo good maintenance programs, which enables the games in sports to take place. Sports organizations and departments also have a task in Continue reading...

In the event of catastrophic and disastrous situations, every state has to develop a psychological support framework that helps its citizens in such trying times. Dependent on the disaster and the extent of damage it has done, the psychological support agency is formulated. Every government has a provision in its ministries that caters for emergency services. Countries like Japan and Indonesia have frequent national disasters. These countries have to formulate psychological support systems in such events to help control their citizens. Logically, the loss of lives, property, and displacement of settlements induces emotional disgrace and imbalance on the citizens. Continue reading...

Implementing a Diabetic Education Program for Patients and Caregivers

Introduction
Research Questions
Background
Conceptual Framework
Literature Review
Abstract
Background: Diabetes mellitus is becoming prevalent in the United States of America across all ethnic, socioeconomic, and demographic lines. Precisely, children, elderly people, and pregnant women of childbearing age are at a high-risk of developing the disease. It is the fourth leading cause of death globally, and “currently affects 246 million peoplearound 380 million people will have diabetes by the year 2025” (Ricci-Cabello , Ruiz-Perez, deLabry-Lima & Marquez-Calderon, 2010 p. 572).
Purpose: The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effects of implementing a patient education program with social support for Continue reading...

A Biological Father

A biological father who had sexual intercourse with the child mother once without a fundamental relationship is supposed to pay child support for the child. Child support is chiefly guided by the notion that parents are legally obligated to support financially their child. According to the constitution a parent is defined as the natural and lawful mother or father of a child whereas a father is ascertained to be a male person recognized by law as a parent of a child. However, the definition also accommodates adoptive parents as legal and lawful parents of a child. A natural parent Continue reading...

Introduction

In the entire world, the palliative care has become fundamental in relieving spiritual, mental, social and physical anguish in many people suffering from ailments (Catherine & Karen 2010). Numerous studies have looked at diverse ways that District Nurses effect on quality of life of their attendees. Such effects imply that compassionate care that embraces good communication and holistic approach is paramount right from the beginning of care giving. Notably, there are apparent lack of formal work based support availed to DNs that would help them to cope with emotional demands associated to this provision. Previously, then, needs to palliative address Continue reading...

Interpretive

• What effect does Watson’s narration have on the reader’s perceptions of Holmes?
ANSWER:
Watson’s narration affects the reader’s perception of Holmes in that it makes it easier for the readers to believe that Holmes is more than just a character in a book while still maintaining the mystery of his identity.

SUPPORT:

“How on earth did you know that?” I asked in astonishment. (p 17)
Holmes was not a difficult man to live with. He was quiet in his ways, and his habits were irregular. (p 21)
My surprise reached a climax, however, when I found Continue reading...

Forewords

Egypt's military-backed government led by Abdel Falah al Sisi is trying to establish a political order since July 2013. The political order has been given tremendous public support in Egypt, and the authorities have sensed this. Many observers and authors are of the opinion that after the riots against former president Husni Mubarak, Egyptian society has become more opinionated, connected to the world, daring and more economically and socially entrepreneur. There could be no central power which can control or rule such a society for an indefinite period. Some are also of the opinion that Egyptian security forces have Continue reading...

Introduction

The physiological and emotional impacts of stress have been widely discussed in the fields of social and health psychology. It is no longer a secret that exposure to stress carries a bevy of physiological and psychological detriments, yet the existing research on the best ways to mitigate the detrimental effects of stress is not as conclusive. While stress is frequently studied, the wide variety of operational definitions of stress, as well as the wide variety of stressors in existence make it difficult to create conclusive research. While there is no “one size fits all” approach to stress mitigation, there Continue reading...

Loss is an inevitable experience that may arise from the demise of a loved one as well as other life events. In most cases, individuals respond through grief, a normal process that leads to acceptance of loss. Normal or uncomplicated grief typically does not require formal treatment although grieving persons need to find the support and information they need (Zisook & Shear, 2013). However, there are individuals who experience prolonged and debilitating grief, referred to as complicated grief. Social workers play an integral role in helping individuals through the grief process by assessing for related needs as well as providing Continue reading...

1 – A

Speech

Speech is an articulated expression that uses sounds in words or units of meaning that people use in communicating others. In addition, speech is the power of speaking. It pertains to habitual manner or style of speaking. When a person speaks without hesitation, without repetition of words or sounds, and with fluency, he has an accurate speech. It implies that speech without errors would be a clear expression of thoughts, ideas, feelings, and perceptions in a voice; using proper intonation, volume and pitch to support expressed meaning. Similarly, in a gestural form of human communication that exist Continue reading...

The child support policy was first signed into law in 1975 by President Gerald Ford. The then Social Security amendments included creating a federal child support enforcement program. The policies on child support have evolved significantly since the 1970s. Thee policy changes have several effects on no-custodial parents, custodial parents and their respective children. The act passed in 1974 enforced obligations by absent parents to support their children and spouse. It was also meant to help locate missing parents, determine paternity and help assure children and spouses that they will get support. Full enforcement of this law would help Continue reading...

The business world is faced by numerous structured challenges. The success of these corporations depends on their ability to solve their organizational challenges that compromise the implementation of their set objectives. Therefore, as many, if not all businesses, have managerial units which govern their policy formulation and overlook their implementation and the strategies used in the system dictates its success. The divergent nature of these businesses as well as their modes of service brings about the difference in managerial strategies. For example, Digital Insurance Limited is a corporation owned in a shareholder basis, which is currently facing the threats Continue reading...

Software support

For effective provision of support, whether off-site or on-site, good software is needed for solving the specific problem. According to scenario one, it is clear that the most likely cause of the problem is a virus. The fact that Steve did not use an antivirus in his system means that the system was left prone to viruses attack. As an off-site means of solving the problem, Steve should be advised to purchase an antivirus and install in the system after which the system can be scanned and the photos retrieved. On-site approach would be practically the same Continue reading...

Abstract

The Democratic Party and the Republican Party are the two major wings of the political phenomenon in one of the world’s oldest democracy, the United States of America. Democrats and Republicans came together on doctrines of completely different ideologies and therefore their take on issues have always remained different, though agreements have occurred on small scale now and then. This article is a discussion of differences and rarer similarities between these two wings and the differences amongst factions within.

Introduction

The United States of America is, without a doubt, one of the oldest democracies in history. The political history Continue reading...

Netflix’s marketing strategy change

Introduction
Change is an integral part of everyday life both for organizations and individuals. It is often considered negative, since it involves a certain level of stress for the system and a disruption of the conventional organizational practices. However, along with the negative side, change also entails benefits, if it is conducted in the right way. This paper aims to present an example of the recent change in Netflix strategy and to explain the possible reasons for its failure. This example applies change management theories and concepts to the Netflix case, in order to identify what went wrong and, Continue reading...

- Introduction to the Issue
The Terrorism Risk Insurance Act (TRIA) was established for the primary purpose of ensuring “the continued financial capacity of insurers to provide coverage for risks from terrorism” . The Act was originally passed on January 23, 2002 after the destructive effects of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attack on the Twin Towers. The gigantic losses sustained by the US economy necessitated urgent measures to mitigate terrorism risks and to spread the potential losses in future events of similar nature. The TRIA, which had stipulated initial termination date of December 31, 2005 was extended initially for Continue reading...

1 – A

Speech

Speech is the capacity of speaking. It is a stream of articulated sounds that utilize common knowledge to form units of meaning, giving itself the status of meaningful words that people use to communicate. That is, speech is the most natural verbal signal of thoughts that people sends across and receives. However, there is also certain standard linked to it. When a person speaks without hesitation, repetition, and with fluency, he is attributed to have an accurate speech. In his/ her case, speech would be something without errors; a clear expression of thoughts, ideas, feelings, and perceptions. Continue reading...

Describe the factors to consider when promoting effective communication.

Effective communication takes listening skills. The Manila Bulletin (2010) explains how active listening means getting into the head of who is talking. This means trying to understand his or her point of view about what is being said. Cooper (1997) explains how practicing good listening makes a good tool for communicating because it shows concern for what the other person is saying so if there is need to answer a question then listening gives meaning to what is heard. Then it is possible to analyze the information so it is interpreted correctly. Other parts of communication, according to Craig ( Continue reading...

General practice and applied ethics

Effective management of rape requires a three-pronged approach that entails provision of comprehensive medical, psychological and social care. Careful immediate and on-going assessments of the patient are required to identify the physical, physiological and psychological stressors as well as the patient’s response to therapy. The potential physiological and psychological stressors for Anne, an 18 year old rape victim will be identified, the nursing strategies for reducing or alleviating these stressors and nursing interventions that will promote healing explored.

Body

The fear of contracting sexually transmitted diseases (STIs) like HIV and becoming pregnant may cause emotional distress to Anne. The Continue reading...

Barbara Frankel from Diversity Inc wrote on her blog that “The California appeals court decision striking down Proposition 8 - the ban on the same-sex marriage - is an important legal and moral victory for marriage-equality supporters including several corporations.” Her comments referred to the decision of the CA 9th Circuit Court of Appeals on “Hollingsworth versus Perry” which declared Proposition 8 illegal sending the lawsuit on its way to the California Supreme Court and then all the way the US Supreme Court. Oral arguments for the case were presented at the US Supreme Court two days during the Continue reading...

Abstract

Currently, it has been assumed that with the declining prevalence of racism and seemingly reduced rate of bullying in the neighborhood, schools in the United States of America are no longer affected by the negative vices of bullying, whether based on the race, gender or otherwise. In this regard, it is further assumed that the counselors within the schools have the ability to eliminate bullying within the schools. However, there is a very great difference between the reality and the assumptions taken so far. In addition, there Continue reading...

The primary role of physicians in hospitals is to help save lives to the best of their abilities. Life support systems introduce ethical concerns and legal issues in the medical practice. Life support systems are usually regarded as a form of treatment that may assist the patient to recover and then the patient can be nursed into normal health when the life support system is removed. Currently, medical lawsuits against hospitals and physicians have made hospitals be more careful when dealing with issues of life support systems. According to Humphrey (2004, p46), physicians have opted to use other non-controversial Continue reading...

The Challenges Faced by Military, Naval Support Transportation and Flow of Support During the Past Wars.

Lack of Navel Vessels that were Fast
The Navy is a key branch of the military. This arm of the military specializes in water combat, and it is essential for all nations across the globe to have a well trained and equipped naval force. This is because it serves to compliment the efforts of all the other branches of the military (Creveld 2004, p. 12). In fact, a well equipped naval force facilitates the putting up of a formidable fight when the need arises. Over the years, countries have engaged in a broad range of naval warfare. As a Continue reading...

Differences between National and International NGOs -

A Case Study of the US, Bahrain and India
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References

1 Introduction
Non-Governmental Organizations or NGOs have become influential actors of societal development and change on a national as well as international scale. Beginning as non-governmental consultants to the United Nations, the number of NGOs across the world has witnessed exponential growth since the 1980s. Although most people understand what an NGO is - the name itself makes it very clear that these are organizations that are not government run – there is little consensus on what may be described as key characteristics of an NGO. As Continue reading...

Introduction

The Canadian government gives special attention to children who have disabilities as well as their families. This is because of the special attention that these children require in terms of home care, healthcare and education (Irwin, & Brophy, 2000). This is due to mental health, physical health or emotional conditions, which affect these children as they grow. It requires an extra financial cost to take care of children with disabilities, which becomes an extra burden to their parents. Children with disabilities develop and grow in unique ways with regards to their relationship with other members of the society. The environmental Continue reading...

There are certain events in the life of every person which have an important bearing on the rest of his life. Events that in many meaningful ways change the course of life of an individual, by transforming the way he thinks, speaks, carries himself around, and in ways he interacts with the others in his surroundings. Events that change life style for better or for the worse are termed as significant life events (Brannon et al., 2013).
1.1 The significant life events are mainly of two types. These significant life events in the life of an individual are either Continue reading...

Introduction

Literature Review
Psychologists have previously considered societal norms, behaviors, attitudes, communication of knowledge and observations made by others as determinants of intergroup beliefs. Several studies have provided support for this premise. These studies have demonstrated that there exists consensus among the stereotypical beliefs of different individuals. These studies also showed that prejudice and stereotyping result from clearly defined and established group norms. The studies also found that racial attitudes of different individuals differ depending on the societal norms professed in the immediate environment. This shows that individuals exhibit relatively favorable intergroup attitudes that are dependent in the beliefs held Continue reading...

This is a quantitative study using descriptive statistics on principals’ perceptions of the role of speech pathologists in elementary schools. The project will involve interviews with principals from traditional public schools. The researcher will transcribe the interviews and use descriptive statistics to look for common strands in the principals’ perceptions. The study will be organized around a description of the speech pathologist’s role, personal attributes needed for the job of the principal and the speech language pathologist, and support given to principals by the special education department. Continue reading...