Social Science - 19 August 2006

I have noticed that so many people really are predjudiced against people with mental illness....I've noticed how people assume those with illnesses like schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder and bipolar disorder are not very intelligent, and 'talk down' to mentally ill people, or use mental-health staff as 'go-betweens' rather than talking directly to the person! I am a person with schizoaffective disorder, and I'm far from stupid...it just takes me a few seconds to respond, because I think before I say anything. And then there are people who tease or mock someone with a mental illness because they act 'different' or have tics because of medication side effects..Most people with mental illness are harmless and will not cause trouble if they're stable on meds.
Just because someone has a mental illness is not a real reason to disrespect or avoid them. I'm just a person who happens to have a psychiatric disorder. But that's not all I am.

2006-08-19 13:53:26 · 7 answers · asked by carledwards99andtonystewart20fan 3 in Psychology

It's often mentioned that women dissaprove of men holding doors open for them, it's also mentioned that dissabled people see it as an insult as they are capable of doing it without help.

Any thoughts on this? It's a pretty straightforward polite thing to do and personally I think people in general need a bit more consideration of others.

2006-08-19 13:35:01 · 38 answers · asked by Alan B 3 in Other - Social Science

On the earth. You know, like flys, maggots, and cockroaches

2006-08-19 13:30:30 · 10 answers · asked by Jacks036 5 in Anthropology

are made by people who truly believe them or by people who just like making incendiary remarks to ramp you up?

and who just likes taking the piss no matter why they do it?

2006-08-19 13:29:33 · 8 answers · asked by pyg 4 in Psychology

I have no clue and it wont tell me on the internet when I search for it so I need some one to tell me her name!PPPPPPPPLLLLLLLLEEEEEEEEAAAAAAAASSSSSSSSEEEEEEEE!!!!!!!!!!!

2006-08-19 13:23:27 · 21 answers · asked by Kitten 1 in Gender Studies

I have a beautiful, faithful 30-something year old wife. We are both white. Recently at a wedding, I was having a temporary knee problem so i agreed to allow my wife to dance with anyone she wished at the reception. I'm not the jeolous type. Later, she came to me and whispered, "You're gonna get lucky tonight, mister." She explained that a handsome black guy had pressed against her while dancing and, let's just say she was impressed. He told her, "I'm so embarressed that I'm rock hard. Please don't walk away and allow everyone to see", so she kept dancing, obviously turned on. She was honest. So I wouldn't get upset, she stayed close to me the rest of the night. We had amazing sex that night. A week later, she asked me if she could have a black stripper for her birthday. She said that she just realized at the wedding what a turn on seeing a large black dick would be. She said that she only wanted this one fantasy and would never ask for another. Should I get her a stripper?

2006-08-19 13:18:47 · 25 answers · asked by C C 1 in Gender Studies

2006-08-19 13:10:56 · 42 answers · asked by Henry 5 in Sociology

2006-08-19 13:07:13 · 8 answers · asked by Shundria G 1 in Gender Studies

I'm tired of hearing answers that says, "be yourself." It's so lame.

2006-08-19 13:03:37 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Psychology

My mom is afraid of every animal except for cats, she thinks the government is watching us through the television and the computer. I'm 18 and she's always been like this but with all the terrorist attacks and stuff its worse. She's also afraid of people who aren't american or who don't look american, she's also afraid of foreign food. Anyways I guess the worst part is her being afraid of people who arent american, its really embarassing in public when she says something like "that guy/girl looks like a terrorists. On top of that she's a homophobe and if she sees gay people like holding hands or something she goes nuts. Should just build my mom a rock and put her under it?

2006-08-19 13:01:25 · 17 answers · asked by guitarusa2001 1 in Psychology

2006-08-19 12:57:09 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Psychology

I was just wondering becouse I seen stuff like this on pornells.

2006-08-19 12:52:04 · 22 answers · asked by Teddy Bear 4 in Gender Studies

2006-08-19 12:42:18 · 9 answers · asked by nooru 3 in Psychology

I'm 16yrs old and have a lot of time to explor what I want to be. My hearts desire is to become a social worker. So I was wondering if there is a volunteer job I can do where it opens my eyes to what social work is like. I would really appreciate and help. Thanks.

2006-08-19 12:30:41 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Social Science

Do chicks dig smart people ("Nerds") rather than good-looking people?

2006-08-19 12:26:04 · 17 answers · asked by MR T 2 in Gender Studies

ok,this older guy has his knickers in a twist 'cos I say I am owed a fair amount of money...for services rendered.He refuses and refers me to his son-in-law to argue the price,method of payment.Not strictly legal transactions...what options are open to me?I worked hard for that money...I need it!

2006-08-19 12:23:49 · 8 answers · asked by BellaDonna 5 in Gender Studies

yea....you know who you are.........

2006-08-19 12:20:10 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Psychology

What would you do if a girl (between 5 and 14 or so) told you that she was being sexually molested at home, (raped) and she needed help.

The catch is that you know the perpetrator and are really good friends with him.

What would you do?

2006-08-19 12:02:28 · 11 answers · asked by Saiyuri 1 in Sociology

2006-08-19 11:54:33 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Sociology

2006-08-19 11:47:40 · 6 answers · asked by steve b 5 in Psychology

It can be anything. Somethin simple or somethin complex.

2006-08-19 11:43:12 · 10 answers · asked by Jaded 7 in Psychology

Just tellin;' it as it is
Click my name,,,,, then 360,,,then blog,,I promise it's worth it!!!

2006-08-19 11:35:27 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Social Science

Just asking... :D

2006-08-19 11:19:50 · 14 answers · asked by Ciqpa 1 in Other - Social Science

Does this experience at a higher dimension improve your life here in our 3D world?

2006-08-19 11:10:08 · 7 answers · asked by blamurfen 2 in Psychology

2006-08-19 11:02:04 · 15 answers · asked by Life after 45 6 in Sociology

2006-08-19 10:53:46 · 17 answers · asked by elison c 1 in Psychology

2006-08-19 10:53:13 · 12 answers · asked by bunnyBoo 3 in Psychology

You know what i mean......don'y be shy.....do like your fudge packed and can you orgasm from it?

2006-08-19 10:44:50 · 11 answers · asked by Jay 3 in Gender Studies

2006-08-19 10:40:41 · 10 answers · asked by phishycoding 4 in Other - Social Science

2006-08-19 10:39:08 · 16 answers · asked by ruby 4 in Psychology