Posts Tagged ‘ research ’

4/20 Update: Marijuana, Religion, and the First Amendment

2010-08-06
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4/20 Update: Marijuana, Religion, and the First Amendment

“THEN GOD SAID, I GIVE YOU EVERY SEED-BEARING PLANT ON THE FACE OF THE WHOLE EARTH, AND EVERY TREE THAT HAS FRUIT IN IT.” GENESIS 1:29-30 Good Friday, 1962, fell on April 20. That morning, 20 university theology students — all men — delivered themselves into the hands of Boston University researchers in the basement...

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Medical Research Studies & “Spin”

Medical Research Studies & “Spin”

Weekly Health Update: Medical Research Studies & “Spin” “A critical weekly review of important new research findings for health-conscious readers…” By, Robert A. Wascher, MD, FACS Updated:  05/30/2010 The information in this column is intended for informational purposes only, and does not constitute medical advice or recommendations by the author.  Please consult with your physician before making...

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Publication & Citation Bias in Favor of Industry-Funded Research?

The information in this column is intended for informational purposes only, and does not constitute medical advice or recommendations by the author.  Please consult with your physician before making any lifestyle or medication changes, or if you have any other concerns regarding your health. PUBLICATION & CITATION BIAS IN FAVOR OF INDUSTRY-FUNDED RESEARCH? In last...

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Domestic Violence Prevention – More Hyperbole Than Truth:Part 2

2008-03-05
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Domestic Violence Prevention – More Hyperbole Than Truth:Part 2

In my last article, “Domestic Violence Prevention – More Hyperbole Than Truth: Part 1″, I wrote about Jackson Katz, an anti-sexist advocate who’s work focuses on the so called “crisis” in masculinity, and how this crisis leads to violence against women and other men. I wrote that I’m sure Mr. Katz means well, and...

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Domestic Violence Prevention – More Hyperbole Than Truth:Part 1

2008-02-28
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Domestic Violence Prevention – More Hyperbole Than Truth:Part 1

As a writer of male issues, I find myself facing a paradox when I come across individuals that are showing a genuine concern for men’s issues, but after further review, find their ideology behind the work is suspect, and/or their methods to address the problems appear to exaserbate the problem rather than offer a...

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Yes, I Am An Extremist

2008-02-26
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Yes, I Am An Extremist

Since I have been indirectly labeled an extremist, I feel this qualifies me to be in the position to reach out to others who may be the same. This is how I felt after reading Jonah Bloom’s article at Glenn Sack’s blog. Jonah is Executive Editor and writer for Advertising Age, a weekly marketing...

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I Want Success… And Exploit Myself

2008-02-20
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I Want Success… And Exploit Myself

Who is actually responsible for overt female sexualization. I asked myself this question after a week in which adult women were reported to be engaged in what some in society would label “improper” or “lewd” behavior. First, the Sacramento King cheerleaders have brought attention upon themselves after provocative photos of the women surfaced on...

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