Social Science - 10 July 2006

I have this faith that there is some kind of intrinsic right and wrong, but i can't justify this faith on the basis of the physical world.

The best i can come up with is rational emotivism
where moral judgements are only emotional judgements, but that people's emotions matter!

Is there a better reason than this to be ``good´´?

No faith based answers please.

2006-07-10 19:27:29 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Social Science

2006-07-10 19:26:04 · 8 answers · asked by emily_staker 2 in Other - Social Science

I am overweight. I'm not talking just a couple of pounds. However, I do feel I am also a very pretty woman. I am 31 and have been married for 15 years. I have two teens. When I met my hubby I was thin. I gained the weight through pregnancies and medication. He tells me I am beautiful...that he would never change me. I do believe he feels that way but I also think he wouldn't mind too much if we woke up tomorrow and I was thin. So my questions are...do men who say those things secretly think otherwise? Do most men only want a thin woman? Would any of you men out there give an overweight girl a chance to see what she's like at first before turnning her down just because of her looks? And women...what do you think when you see an overweight woman on the street? I know there is more than one question here. Sorry about that. I'm just really curious. Please...no ignorant replies. Everyone has feelings and I'm not up for being depressed tonight. Thanks for your help.

2006-07-10 19:01:44 · 24 answers · asked by silent.peace 3 in Psychology

my brother thinks that pure-bred means within the same family and in-bred means the same thing but just human. someone please explain

2006-07-10 18:36:56 · 16 answers · asked by scarlettzena 1 in Anthropology

The fact is, people really hate other people simply because of the color of their skin. Why is this? Is their some historical event that I'm unaware of? Is there some inherent hatred in the human psyche? Do people just not get along in general? What are your thoughts? (Oh, and PLEASE do not say that racism stems from slavery or from segregation or any other relatively modern events. Those events stemmed from racism, not the other way around, racism has been around much longer than the United States has).

2006-07-10 18:26:20 · 16 answers · asked by romantemple16 2 in Sociology

As an Ancient Near Eastern Art and Archaeology major, I feel that it is not our place as archaeologists to speak out on political issues (i.e. the war in Iraq) in relation to archaeological issues. Of course, for example, we can state whether or not certain military actions are negatively affecting archaeological sites. However, as archaeologists, I don't think that it is our place to publicly condemn or condone government actions. We can do so as private citizens, but not as archaeologists for it is not our area of expertise. What do you think? Do you think it is our responsibility as archaeologists to consider present-day social issues, as they may pertain to our studies?

2006-07-10 18:22:52 · 9 answers · asked by A D 2 in Anthropology

2006-07-10 18:20:44 · 20 answers · asked by Stacie 2 in Other - Social Science

My friend wants to know.......cuz her name is Kyla......

2006-07-10 18:19:45 · 3 answers · asked by Mo 2 in Other - Social Science

I'm in love with this girl but she has a boyfriend. Should I kill him to get a chance at this girl? On one hand I love this girl but on the other its immoral to kill this guy. What should I do please keep in mind the girl will not find out and do not say seek help in your answer.

2006-07-10 18:17:41 · 16 answers · asked by radchad84 2 in Other - Social Science

2006-07-10 18:10:16 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Psychology

2006-07-10 18:08:50 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Psychology

What are the top 5 issues making Americans so miserable? Top 5 issues we deal with daily? Name your top 5!

2006-07-10 18:01:28 · 11 answers · asked by bond_wj 1 in Other - Social Science

Im 45 yrs old married woman...my kids r most of the time busy in their studies...i want to do some good work as a hobby...but im a heart patient so i cant work physically and i also cant walk....i too dont have enuff money to spend on a business or investment...im also not a higly qualified woman...ive just done my inter...plz advice me n help me if u can...only serious answers plz...10 points for easy n best one

2006-07-10 18:00:57 · 18 answers · asked by Simple gurl 4 in Gender Studies

2006-07-10 17:36:19 · 9 answers · asked by Michel F 1 in Psychology

Wage?

2006-07-10 17:08:27 · 6 answers · asked by justmecharles 1 in Economics

2006-07-10 17:02:08 · 4 answers · asked by lucienmike 2 in Economics

Are animals aware of what is more or less?

2006-07-10 16:59:27 · 6 answers · asked by ? 2 in Anthropology

2006-07-10 16:52:07 · 11 answers · asked by ? 2 in Anthropology

2006-07-10 16:51:53 · 10 answers · asked by Olivia 4 in Economics

I have many times heard from people who came over to me and asked me why "people do not like me?"
Conducting a behavioral analysis, I found out that most of these people rarely interact with people and therefore some of their responses (answers, actions) were slow, ackward, and alot of times out of the ordinary. Psychologically, I could assign them to jump out the boat and try to socialize as much as possible. But the main question would be, can people "accept" them before they actually "change" ? It's a tough call dealing with rejections, rolling eyes, and hurtful remarks especially for these kids. A lot of times they gave up half-way and decided to isolate themselves from the world.

1. How do you usually react when interacting with these kind of people? Do you don't want to deal with them anymore? Do you gossip about them to others? Do you reach out to them and become friends? Let me know your perspective.
2. Have you ever met someone with this psycholical problem?
thanks!

2006-07-10 16:40:47 · 14 answers · asked by Zenrin Y 2 in Psychology

If you're at an age to answer this one: Are you where you wanted to be in life at this point? Did you grow up and become what you thought you would? What was it?

2006-07-10 16:33:10 · 18 answers · asked by hmmm 2 in Psychology

Questioning anything seems to bring out the worst in people.

2006-07-10 16:27:24 · 15 answers · asked by Hillbillies are... 5 in Psychology

2006-07-10 16:27:02 · 5 answers · asked by Solo Mia 1 in Psychology

Money, marriage, kids, job, location etc..????

2006-07-10 16:17:21 · 23 answers · asked by Anonymous in Psychology

2006-07-10 16:16:55 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Economics

2006-07-10 16:08:40 · 11 answers · asked by neato 1 in Other - Social Science

Is anyone going to Heaven???

Seriously who has not sinned over the age of...I don't know....at what age do we start tallying up our sins???

I'm thinking Heaven may be a kids only zone!!! Or do we really only have to ask for forgiveness and accept Jesus to pass through the "Pearly Gates"???

I've got to tell you...I've already seen a few of the circles of Hell and I'd be a fogiving and accepting Mother F@%*er if it meant the difference, whatever my faith may be!!!

Thoughts anyone!!!

Oh and I felt the need to resubmit under a different catagory. The Bible Belters are in a pissy sort of mood this fine evening!!

2006-07-10 16:07:22 · 13 answers · asked by anonymous12 3 in Psychology

2006-07-10 16:07:20 · 17 answers · asked by neato 1 in Psychology

what do you think shouldshe be allowed to carry on lengthy conversation in your presents.
what do you think? it ok, or disrespectfull

2006-07-10 15:58:26 · 8 answers · asked by bx for life 1 in Gender Studies

If you travelled back in time 1 second and met up with yourself, and then had sex with your past self, would the act be concidered Masturbation or Homosexual?

2006-07-10 15:55:09 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Social Science