Conformity and Obedience In many instances, people can be influenced by other’s behaviors. The result is conformity that often tends to stem from obedience and compliance. Conformity and obedience are common in society. Conformity occurs when one changes behavior or belief based on actual or imagined group influence. Conformity can occur through acceptance, where one sincerely believes in the values upheld by the group (Chapter 6, n.d, p. 142). It can also come from compliance when one behaves as if in acceptance of the group values but inwardly does not. Conformity can also occur through obedience because one has to accept authority. Factors that influence conformity and obedience include depersonalizing the individual, such as abusing someone on social media but cannot do so face-to-face. Obedience can also be influence by one’s closeness to legitimate authority (Chapter 6, n.d, p. 154). Finally, group influence can lead to conformity and obedience because of the availability of social support. All these indicate conformity and obedience. The phenomenon that is applicable to my personal experience is normative influence. It refers to the desire to…

Cyber terrorism and its aftereffects – Case of financial institutions Description of the attack Financial institutions in the U.S. have been reported to be under a series of attacks during 2007-2013.  The JP Morgan Chase, American Express, and the Bank of America were hit with an attack, and hackers gained access to sensitive data of the customers. The incident came into the forefront when customers of American Express were trying to receive access to their individual online accounts. JP Morgan witnessed a similar case, and approximately 32,000 computers were hacked in South Korean banks (Nytimes.com, 2020). The New York Times reported the incidents in March 2013. It became clear that hackers targeted the reputed financial institutions. The attacks caused a loss of millions of dollars. The incident was aggressive, and it completely disabled the online banking operations and transactions. Cyber terrorism not only disrupts the operations of the bank, but it also destroyed the activities. The attacks on the mentioned institutions occurred within a period of six months, and it was anticipated that the incident was conducted by a terrorist…

Conception to Birth After watching the video, I realized that the fetus begins developing after conception. From the stages of fetus development, I also learned that the heart forms after a few weeks of conception, contrary to what I thought before. The video has helped me understand that the life of a baby begins immediately after conception. When the two cells meet, the baby starts developing immediately. I have also understood that vital organs begin forming in the first few weeks, which explains that the fetus develops faster in the first few months of pregnancy. During the first weeks of conception, most of the vital organs that constitute a healthy human being form, and therefore, the life of a fetus begins the sperm and ovum meet immediately. The video has educated a life on the process of conception and fetus development. The magic then happens in pregnancy and how rapidly a fetus develops into a baby. I have also understood the process of heart and brain development and how rapidly they develop in the first few weeks after conception. The…

MY CONCERNS AS I BEGIN MSN PROGRAM Introduction Beginning by just taking a single step is the first stride towards achieving one’s goals despite the fear of beginning something new. Before taking the first step to enrol in master program, I have had fears including how scary the new program would be, and how I will manage my time considering bachelor degree was demanding. Besides, I have other responsibilities being a parent, a full time working nurse, and now, a student. However, I believe in my focus, and my main goal is to pursue my masters in nursing and become a better nurse by effectively managing my time and setting my priorities right.  Meiring (2017) cites the importance of focusing on essential issues according to Pareto’s principle, which states that 20% of focused efforts produce 80% results and vice versa. The purpose of this paper is to address the concerns I have, which my colleagues will respond to me as we all embark on this educational journey. Time management The cost of education is high, coupled with high costs of…

Concert Report 3 On Sunday, March 8, 2020, at 9:30-10:00 pm, I had an opportunity to attend a choral, classical, Early music concert at the Saint Mark’s  Episcopal Cathedral in Seattle, Washington, by the Compline Choir. The performance was fascinating, and everyone enjoyed the live performance. St. Mark’s Cathedral is at the top of a very steep drop-off to Lakeview Boulevard East. The wooded hillside is known as the Greenbelt. St. Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral in Seattle, Washington, is the seat of the bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Olympia. The church founded as a mission church of Trinity Parish Church. When you observe the exterior appearance of the cathedral, it appears to be furnished smoothly with staircases leading to the main entrance of the church. The tall trees outside the temple give it a serene environment for everyone. With ample parking space at the east door of the cathedral, it makes it easier for the concert attendants with vehicles to come in and live at any suitable time due to ambiance. The interior of the temple has a well-developed altar…

Classical Conditioning Classical conditioning entails two completely different stimuli eliciting unrelated behavioral change in an animal or person (McLeod). This school of thought is used in many realms of society, such as training dogs on obedience. In this paper, I will explore how classical conditioning can be used to explain my fear of drivers seeking my help when I was a child. When I was young, I watched the film The Deliberate Stranger. The film was inspired by the story of renowned American serial killer Ted Bundy. In this film, Ted Bundy was getting his victims by pretending that he was injured and needed help to access his car. From this day, I could not get myself to come close to any parked cars whose driver was asking help, either locating a place or building or getting something into or out of his car. Classical conditioning occurs in three phases. The first phase is before conditioning, and it involves a person or animal only eliciting natural behavior in response to specific stimuli (McLeod). For instance, before watching The Deliberate Stranger…

6 Amazing Benefits Of Commercial Cleaning Services Cleanliness in your business establishment is paramount. The US Bureau of Statistics estimates that Americans spend over 50% of their total waking hours at work. A cleaner office environment increases your employees’ productivity, whereas appealing to your clients. Hiring commercial cleaning services allows you to remove more deep-seated dirt, dust, and allergens from your surfaces. Read on to find out more about the advantages of seeking professional office cleaning services. A Healthier and Safer Working Environment Janitorial services are thorough in removing dirt and germs that pose a health risk in your commercial space. The issue of health in the work environment continues to raise significant concern. Businesses are scrambling to abide by the law requiring employers to provide safe workspaces for their employees. Professional cleaning service providers remove dust, pathogens, mold, bacteria, and debris that risk the safety of your workers. Reduces The Spread of Diseases Most workers still report to work even after being requested to stay home. It poses a health risk to the other staff through the spread of…

Communing with the Dead What is the author arguing? The author’s argument is based on Metis identity.  Joseph Boyden shows the disconnection existing between the current generations ‘new Metis’ to the Indigenous, who were the descendants of the community. He argues that many Metis of the present lacks the sensible connection between themselves with the traditions of the Metis communities. The author shows that the currents generation lacks the community’s history and the values of the traditional Metis. According to him, the discovery of the long-living Indian ancestors could be beneficial to the community as it can help self-identification, spiritual growth, as well as the realization of the sense the ancestors have to the Metis identity.[1] His position is that the current generation has lost the traces of their origin and the values, norms, and beliefs of their ancestors. What are the evidences used to support the argument? To support his argument, Joseph Boyden reveals that the traditions of the Metis are no longer in existence among the community, but they can only be read from genealogical reports. He says…

Ford vs Ferrari Introduction Ford and Ferrari are two mega car brands that have been involved in the battle over the supremacy dominance in the industry. The two brands have an outstanding performance in the industry. Much of their rivalry recounts on which brand is willing to invest millions of money and more engineering manpower to develop the best model car. Apart from the rivalry, the two models have a sparing difference ranging from the car shape, model, location, and brand. However, despite all these differences, the two-car brands have some similarities as well. Both the difference and similarities can be derived from comparing each model’s system, features, and cost. With this in mind, this paper analysis the systems, features, and cost of Ford followed by that of Ferrari. In the end, the paper will examine the differences and similarities that exist between the two brands by summarizing it in a conclusion.     Ford System (The Henry Ford’s Mass Production System) The system was laid down by Henry Ford in 1910, which was a system for assembling and organizing…

Competency 6 In the professional world, competency is a crucial aspect to have as it encourages a profession in any field of work to maintain professionalism in his or her day to day activities.  Maintaining professionalism in the medical field is essential as it allows delivery of quality care to all the patients, which results in improvements in the health status of the patient and encourages collaboration of various professions that lead to proper care for the patients. The chosen file reflects on how the application of competency results in personal growth and collaboration to improve patient’s health. In an ICCU scenario, patients who are admitted, there are usually at a high risk of losing their lives due to health complications and other threats that might come with their health status. With the application of competency by the health workers ensure that they do everything possible to offer the best care to the patient to save his or her life. Through the competency principle, it encourages inter profession collaboration where different healthcare professionals bring their ideas together and work as…