Social Science - 10 April 2007

A while ago a university did a survey asking guys if they'd rape an attractive girl if they were absolutely sure they wouldn't be caught or identified (yeah a hypothetical question). A large percentage said yes. Do you think this study was accurate?(sorry I don't have a link)

2007-04-10 12:01:30 · 19 answers · asked by LanceMiller77 2 in Gender Studies

2007-04-10 11:17:53 · 3 answers · asked by Pamela C 1 in Economics

Although I was an economics major in college, I can't figure out how the Czechs seem to artificially keep prices high here in Prague. A typical salary here is often only $800 - $1,000 a month, but a normal size bottle of coke, it is $1.50, higher than in the U.S. Clothes cost a fortune, way more than in U.S. Average casual shoes are $100 or more.

Even small, depressing apartments are grossly over priced. A tiny, two bedroom apartment (75 sq. meters) that is a 15 -20 minute tram ride from the center can cost $1,000 - $1,400 per month. It doesn't make any sense.

People tell me they are just catering to tourists, but I am looking at the same apartments a Czech citizen would. The prices are ridiculous. If someone has a rental property, they won't sell it because they can make so much.

How are they keeping the prices artificially elevated? There is not a shortage of housing here. Some apartments stay vacant many months, but the owners won't discount them.

2007-04-10 11:16:10 · 6 answers · asked by pachl@sbcglobal.net 7 in Economics

Its been a very long time since I studied Psychology. I need an update on the field.

What are the principle schools of thought? What are the most researched areas? Who are the big names and what are they saying?

2007-04-10 10:58:05 · 3 answers · asked by tuthutop 2 in Psychology

I've heard of mantras, visualisation and positive thought, but how do you really make fundemental changes to yourself?

2007-04-10 10:44:07 · 13 answers · asked by tuthutop 2 in Psychology

2007-04-10 10:37:53 · 6 answers · asked by wiser 1 3 in Psychology

I feel that I've been overly blessed. That some angel has accidently spilled blessings, and I was the lucky one below. I've had a great life, no illnesses, am content with what I have and seek no greater thrill than reading before bedtime. I have no debt, desire nothing I can't pay cash for, and know that the best is ahead for me. I look around and see so much suffering, most of it voluntary. I just be quiet, and re-feel my great luck, over and over again.

2007-04-10 10:35:08 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Psychology

ex. He left the family before she was born.

2007-04-10 10:28:04 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Gender Studies

or tape worms?

2007-04-10 09:24:29 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Social Science

After seeing the Rutgers girls on t.v. do you think maybe Imus was right?

2007-04-10 08:12:51 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Gender Studies

2007-04-10 08:11:26 · 7 answers · asked by Edward C 1 in Psychology

Last night I dreamt I was swimming in a river when all of a sudden I noticed the wrist on my right hand was covered in leaches. I couldn't pull them off and I started to panic and feel really helpless. What do you think it means?

2007-04-10 08:09:47 · 7 answers · asked by CC 6 in Psychology

They never used to be. Just asking...

2007-04-10 07:56:54 · 1 answers · asked by wildhorsesrunfree 2 in Sociology

2007-04-10 07:52:20 · 12 answers · asked by adrian r 1 in Gender Studies

Is it bad for the USA that the US dollar is weak? What is the likelihood that the dollar will get stronger soon?

2007-04-10 07:41:48 · 6 answers · asked by pomosimulacrum 2 in Economics

If this comes back to haunt me, I hearby publicly acknowledge my error and embarrassment. Ooops!

2007-04-10 07:32:08 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Psychology

please tell me a fear so i can overcome mine!

2007-04-10 06:50:55 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Psychology

How do you describe a man without ambitions in his/her life? How do see him?

2007-04-10 06:30:23 · 9 answers · asked by vijay_nz 2 in Psychology

2007-04-10 06:25:13 · 7 answers · asked by luly 1 in Psychology

Every night for the past five nights I have had dreams of my dead relatives and I half expect to have one tonight.Does it mean anything?Like maybe I'll soon be with them?My health is very bad by the way.If anyone knows about dreams or any good websites please let me know.Thanks.

2007-04-10 05:55:33 · 7 answers · asked by ? 6 in Psychology

Maybe if they lost their minds, they would become ruthless dictators. What's your own opinion?

2007-04-10 05:32:02 · 50 answers · asked by Anonymous in Psychology

People without children do not use the public education system, other than their childhood which was taxed of their parents ( and is fair because the PARENTS should be responsible).... those without children who also earn their way without welfare consequently leave those resources intact, and should only pay taxes for what is neccessary to non-parents... highways, military defense and government employee wages to keep our country safe (Police, Fire, Administrative). We need to reward those without children with a tax incentive to promote restraint...thus lessening the burden of an overcrowded, resource-draining population exploding at the seams. Your opinions on a tax break for non-parents.?

2007-04-10 05:03:51 · 12 answers · asked by Mizz SJG 7 in Economics

i'm not that bed.

2007-04-10 05:00:05 · 11 answers · asked by ! ~~ O ~~ ! 3 in Psychology

What's the psychology behind sarcasm? Is it the result of repressed emotions, or insecurities?

2007-04-10 04:25:52 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous in Psychology

I can't walk through a clothing store and see a piece of clothing that has fallen off a hanger onto the floor, and just leave it there. I have to pick it up. As retarded as it sounds, I feel bad for it. It deserves to be back on the rack and get its fair share of attention, not be stepped on and disregarded.
Why??
Yea, I know. Issues--probably enough to buy a pychiatrist a Porshe. I guess some things I'll never truly understand and I guess thats OK.

2007-04-10 04:18:36 · 8 answers · asked by brodiemojo 2 in Psychology

My boyfriend Kevin and I have been together for about 3 years since we were both 19.His best friend of 5 years, Jake and my best friend of 7 years, Casey have been dating for about a year now and we would hang out together a lot. One night 6 months ago we arranged for the 4 of us to go to this party and both my boyfriend and best friend couldn't make it so me and Jake went together. We flirted most of the night and ended up sleeping together. We felt like total **** about it the next day because my boyfriend pretty much worshipped the ground I walked on and my best friend adored Jake. We agreed to keep it a secret which turned into a 6 month affair that neither of our partners ever suspected. We probably would've felt guilty as hell if we hadn't had so much fun together and had the motto that you’re only young once. Two weeks ago we got caught and our partners went nuts. I've had my BMW keyed, the word “****” spray painted on my car, Jake’s car got bashed with a baseball bat and his tires slashed which my they’re getting the bill for. They’re being really childish about all of this and making idiots out of themselves. What is wrong with these people?

2007-04-10 04:16:34 · 24 answers · asked by Anonymous in Psychology

The past never was, the present always is, and the future never will be.

2007-04-10 03:52:03 · 9 answers · asked by Noland Voyd 3 in Psychology

2007-04-10 03:47:21 · 12 answers · asked by Casey 3 in Psychology

if a person has social anxiety, when they are with just about anyone, it will cause a light adrenhaline rush wont it? i ask because i have social anxiety and even when i feel comfortable with people, like friends i know, i feel what i think is a slight adrenhaline rush, it keeps me slightly on edge, but in a good way. having a conversation with someone gives me a rush, what do you opine?

2007-04-10 03:41:34 · 7 answers · asked by lonesome me 4 in Psychology

http://www.lessonsite.com/AuroraImages/Economics101/Proficiency/LSSFootBalGraphic.gif

The U.S. Population is represented along the length of the football field above, arranged in order of income. Median U.S. family income (the family at the 50-yard line) is $40,000, or a stack of $100 bills 1.6 inches high. The family on the 95 yard line earns about $100,000 per year, or a stack of bills 4 inches high. At the 99 yard line, the income is about $300,000, or a stack of $100 dollar bills about 1 foot high. The curve reaches $1 million-- a tack 40 inches high-- one foot from the goal line.

* What does this graphic representation imply about the distribution of wealth in our economy?
* What changes would be required in order to more evenly distribute wealth? Would any of these changes entail changing the entire governmental or economic system?

2007-04-10 03:32:20 · 1 answers · asked by Vienna 3 in Economics