Social Science - 11 March 2007

I've looked into Freud's "the uncanny" theory but was wondering whether there are other psychologists who have looked into similar or related theories? any theory to do with people reacting to familiar yet strange things, objects with abnormal user experience, surprise elements etc.
thanks.

2007-03-11 13:02:31 · 6 answers · asked by alicew211 5 in Psychology

I had a very tough time during my formative years. I was sexually/mentally/physically/emotionally abused by a step brother as a child for several years.
School mates made me "the kid to pick on" from 4th grade to 9th grade. (remember that kid? it was me)
I was date raped as a young adult.
A few things from my life that I believe make me the reclusive weirdo that I am today. Where can I find the confidence to be a part of the world I am in again?

2007-03-11 12:59:40 · 8 answers · asked by Sereny 3 in Psychology

I think it's because men have a piece missing. They should have been women, but were not formed properly. That's why they still have nipples!!!!!!!!!! what do you think?

2007-03-11 12:57:31 · 11 answers · asked by saddo 3 in Gender Studies

i hate myself so much. i just got back from an overnight retreat, and as always im so left out....i suck at conversations, even giving a simple answer...i admit that i have low self esteem...im extremely shy person. it just annoys me that im the one noticed being quiet while some others in the room are too....i wonder what aura i exude..im so dislikable...i was so sad not to get along with the outgoing people....im always left out, and they probably think im psychotc or a stuck up...i want to overcome my shyness and not be insecure around outgoing ppl...this has been a constant problem, and i worry about saying hi to them coz they may think im weird to do such...why do i think like this?! will taking antidepressants help me lose my inhibitions. do they have to be prescribed??? im desperate..i want to be successful, but how can i if im shy?

2007-03-11 12:53:37 · 3 answers · asked by vincent m 2 in Psychology

I might receive money when a family member dies, most likely in the near future. I care about this person very much although don't love him. I feel guilty for thinking of how I might spend this money should I receive it. Am I terrible or human?????

2007-03-11 12:51:11 · 4 answers · asked by coronationcats 3 in Psychology

Let me know...I cant stand when ugly bitches get up in my face..


They dont know me!

2007-03-11 12:49:06 · 10 answers · asked by erica p 1 in Psychology

2007-03-11 12:44:10 · 3 answers · asked by RIMON Y 1 in Psychology

One word of Warning he has a gun is of high socioeconomic status thinks he is" God because he is a Surgron and saves lives for a living" has destroyed two other womens lives one did commit sucide after having an abortion, the other one he beat so badly (I have the Medical bills and Records) he beat ther so adly he broke her eardrum and their was blood on the wall and is able to fool many people even my two inocent Boys who he has verbally , emtionally, physically and other ways abuses them, however sine he is a Docotr and the Judge is married to a Doctor he has always told me "I am screwed I will never see my Kids it's on tape where he asked me to kill myself and that the Judge is under his Attorney's thumb. " And the Court appointed Children's counsler confirmed that this Attorney is the Judges favorite, by the way to the WOmen who said get a job Pizza Hut wants you, I have 3 jobs.Learn some kindness.

2007-03-11 12:44:08 · 1 answers · asked by Haley 1 in Psychology

I love being with women sexually. I mastaruabte and think of being with one, but I would never want anything other than a sexual thing with a woman. I am married to man and love him very much, but i have sexual fantasies of only women? help.

2007-03-11 12:43:40 · 13 answers · asked by OpenMePoet 1 in Gender Studies

I have to describe the 4 key tools of the monetary policy which i have here in my book but the question says to describe how they are used to implement a tight monetary policy.

a monetary policy is where adjustments are made to the quantity of money but whats the difference for a tight monetary policy?

thanks

2007-03-11 12:29:02 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Economics

2007-03-11 12:27:18 · 8 answers · asked by General T 2 in Psychology

2007-03-11 12:13:32 · 3 answers · asked by sixsgm 4 in Sociology

What benefits are expected for the position as a forensic psychologist?
What are some of the risks and hazards assiciated with the position?

2007-03-11 12:12:38 · 2 answers · asked by To-the-Stars 4 in Psychology

Judging from what you experience on a day to day basis, do you think the rate is higher than this? Or is it about right...

2007-03-11 12:09:52 · 11 answers · asked by ? 1 in Psychology

I've read that Japanese investment is helping to improve the economies of several countries worldwide. Some even say that as long as Japan has this cash surplus, a specific country's economy will do well. Why is Japan driven to invest a lot of money (FDI and FII) in foreign countries?

2007-03-11 11:55:21 · 2 answers · asked by Senthil N 1 in Economics

I feel oppressed and pushed into making a choice, yet I adore them all and want them to be friends. I do not fell I have to be traditional and have only one regular or specific lover. Surely an utilitarian principle here is acceptable, who is harmed? Is anyone harned, am I niave? Can one be polygamous without incurring public disdain? Or are we still subscribing as a nation and as a society to a one man one woman ideal nuclear family unit? It seems the parochial and patriachal double headed monster has come to lay its heads at my feet and demand its customary tithes. Advocacy is needed.

2007-03-11 11:52:28 · 41 answers · asked by Smiler 1 in Gender Studies

2007-03-11 11:52:20 · 7 answers · asked by bwisit 1 in Psychology

Your honest opinion on the subject?

2007-03-11 11:46:56 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Psychology

If I post my econ homework Qs here, will someone give me all the answers while I go out clubbing all night?

2007-03-11 11:40:08 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Economics

2007-03-11 11:35:20 · 9 answers · asked by nakatablue 2 in Gender Studies

when is it bad to think outside the box?

2007-03-11 11:34:08 · 7 answers · asked by patzky99 6 in Psychology

10. Outstanding: Emotionally very healthy, trustworthy & close; great educational concept; lots of time and resources given to education.
9. Great: Totally dependable, stable, always available & helpful.
8. Good human being(s): Trying hard.
7. Successful: Bringing up the kid well.
6. Trying: Good intention always around.
5. Incompetent: … though somehow well-meaning.
4. Negligent: Not supplying essential needs.
3. Sad: Dangerously negligent.
2. Bad: Not sane, sometimes scary.
1. Dark: Intentionally hurtful.
0. Cruel: Criminal abuse.

Rate father and mother separately, if you want. You can also rate them different for different periods or other siblings. Also I’d be interested in the ratings of step-parents, if you have any. All details are welcome, esp if you feel that the cultural group or so might be a factor in their performance.

2007-03-11 11:33:28 · 6 answers · asked by ? 2 in Psychology

Indian Scene!

Donation in crores to a temple! There it remains as static useless asset as addressee remains unavailable.

One couple - a combination of local and foreign origins - many marriages celebrated in many countries with a vulgar show of wealth forgetting human and humane living ethics!

Billionaires' galore! Assumed leadership in Asia defeating Japan with high concentration of wealth in a few thanks to facilitator Governments including Communist West Bengal!

Planning a rocket-trip to a celestial abode - Moon - at the cost of billions, forgetting and escaping from all pressing priorities ignoring even the basic essentials that its citizens need.

How nice this country would be to live in if the Government and the few wealthy spent more towards achieving social equality among the subjects than throwing money in the gutters of ego and pride! Agree or Disagree?

2007-03-11 11:32:35 · 9 answers · asked by Nimit 2 in Economics

Should i still seek help??
Since Late Novemeber I havent been feeling the greatest, I went to the doctors and was put on medication for anxiety, after 2 months of being on Ativan i was put on Effoxor. I felt like crap and went deeper into depression(as much as I hate to admit it) and by request of a friend got off of them both. They made me feel worse then I was feeling so my doctor reffered me to the mental health clinic to get properly assessed. Though i feel better then a couple weeks ago, i am still pretty anxious and really uptight. Should i still go to my appointment at the Clinic?? WIll they think its a waste of time?? No mental issues run in my family and i cant figure out what has made me worse in the last couple of months and whats made me better, will they be angry for that???

Extras:
* My friends are noticing i am withdrawing myself from them even though i want to go out with them .. i just really cant

2007-03-11 11:29:11 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Psychology

Sometimes we can be so stubborn we are said to " cut off our nose to spite our face" WHY??? Im always doing this and im always like - "why am I doing this?" but cant help it (one of my bad traits!" )

2007-03-11 11:23:15 · 12 answers · asked by Leesa 2 in Psychology

Mine is the social system that humanity must adopt.
Mine is life on the moon.
Why am I not recieving my rent?

Baughwawn Lord of the wicked.

2007-03-11 11:06:52 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Sociology

All right, I'm not eaxctly what you would call a skinny girl by any means but I don't think I should have to change. People tell me that the reason I haven't ever had a boyfriend is because I'm too big but I can't stomach that all guys are as shallow as that. Tell me is it true?

2007-03-11 11:01:30 · 13 answers · asked by Becky 5 in Gender Studies

2007-03-11 11:01:15 · 16 answers · asked by Leesa 2 in Psychology

I'm in my 20s and have never had a boyfriend or a real meaningful relationship. I am pretty shy and I am not amazingly beautiful so I don't have tons of guys after me, but even when some are interested I usually avoid them b/c either I am not interested or am just afraid to actually get into a relationship. I feel like I have problems actually getting close to people, like I never really know what to say or what to talk about, that things are always awkward. A lot of times I almost dread actually going out w/ people. I dont go out often and when I'm out usually I have an ok time, but most times days before I know I have plans to go out to a bar or wherever I'm dreading it. But then when Im home alone on weekends, I feel like such a loser/loner and think I should be out doing something. I don't know if I'm depressed, have some type of anxiety disorder or just have self-confidence issues. Anybody have any advice as to how to improve myself?

2007-03-11 10:59:39 · 14 answers · asked by rasp712 1 in Psychology

2007-03-11 10:55:03 · 5 answers · asked by Notre1Dame 2 in Psychology