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    Congenital Malformations

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    Tuesday‚ 21 January 2014 Systemic congenital malformations! GIT - aglossia- without mouth! - lingua plicata- fissured tongue! - micrognathia- small jaw! - progenia- premature ageing! - fordyce spots- raised sebaceous (sweat) glands! - dens in dente- tooth within tooth ( coronal more common)! - amelogenesis imperfecta- AR disorder of enamel—>small‚ discolored‚ pitted or grooved‚ and prone to rapid wear and breakage! - dentinogenesis imperfecta- dentin dysplasia that causes teeth to

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    Biological Model: The biological model of abnormality views abnormalities as medical illnesses. The abnormalities are believed to be caused by genetic inheritance‚ evolution‚ prenatal exposure‚ viral infections‚ or injuries to the brain tissue that affect the brain structure and chemistry. Also‚ it is believed that hormone levels and other levels of chemicals can cause the neurotransmitters to perform improperly which can lead to a mental disorder. Due to many advances in the medical field most

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    some type of abnormal psychology‚ which proves that the events on the play are consequence of it. Hamlet’s psychological abnormality triggers the construction of madness throughout the play. Defining abnormality is a complicated matter. When asked to describe abnormal behavior‚ it is usually defined as an infrequent event‚ is odd or strange‚ the characteristics of abnormality include danger and tragedy. Once a behavior influences the way of living successfully functioning in an important aspect of

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    For one to be classified as psychologically abnormal‚ he or she must display the four mannerisms of abnormality‚ known as "the four D’s: dysfunction‚ distress‚ deviance‚ and dangerousness. I am certain that the Hollywood star‚ Lindsay Lohan‚ meets the qualifications of abnormality. Lindsay’s behavior prevents her functioning normally in life. Lindsay Lohan’s addiction to alcohol and her drug abuse has landed her in and out of jail and as well as rehabilitation centers numerous times. According to

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    of abnormality as I read through chapter three in all its glory. When I first considered the question for discussion‚ I was momentarily puzzled. Actually‚ I suppose puzzled is not the precise choice of wording‚ more like torn. Yes‚ I was torn between the different models of abnormality; for each one of them came equipped with their own set of good and bad ideals. After wrestling with this question in my mind‚ I eventually settled on the Biological Model. The Biological Model of abnormality is the

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    What is the most significant abnormality shown in the serum chemistry? -The most significant abnormality is a rise in the Potassium levels. The reason this is the most significant is because of the narrow physiologic range. What abnormality is shown in the EKG? -There are “peaked” or “tented” T waves. The T wave represents the repolarization of the ventricles which is normally demonstrates soft gradual rise following the QRS complex‚ however in this case the t wave is not properly formed.

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    Revision Notes- Abnormality Definition of abnormality * Failure to function adequately- An assessment of an individual whose disability prevents them from pursing normal goals and activities. Rosenhan and Seligman (89)-7 characteristics; Suffering- most abnormal individuals report that they are suffering Maladaptiveness- danger to self (usually occurs as a result of lacking relevant knowledge and skill) Vivid/unconventional behaviour- ways in which abnormal individuals tend to behave often

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    Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia Overview Every gene information of an individuals‚ were passed down to them by their ancestors. The deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) information is the genetic code double helix that determine our traits‚ malfunctioning‚ diseases‚ and so on. There are numerous deadly diseases and one of them is called Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia. Chronic Myelogenous leukemia is a type of many cancer that exists. As is said by many cancer is when the cells in the body begin to grow out of

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    Gene Mapping in Ascospore Sordaria Cultures by Recombination Abstract The laboratory experiment demonstrates the process of meiosis using the Sordaria Fimicola fungi. Meiosis is important because it is the process that generates diversity in genetics. A wildtype was crossed with two mutant types: tan and grey. In order to exhibit recombination‚ the sequence of ascospores needed to result in a 2:2:2:2 or 2:4:2 sequence. From the crossover

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    Biological and Psychological Models of Abnormality   Introduction The many different models used to explain the nature and treatment of mental illness compound the problems of defining and classifying abnormal behaviour. Five major schools of thought are summarised below.   The biological (medical) model The medical of abnormality model has dominated the psychiatric profession since the last century . The underlying assumption of this model is that mental illnesses resemble physical

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