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Nutritional Needs for Preschool Children, 2008.
This paper is a review of literature that seeks to clarify nutritional needs for preschool children as required by parents.
2,795 words (approx. 11.2 pages), 10 sources, MLA, £ 57.95
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This paper explains that, while much is known about appropriate nutritional needs for infants and for children and adolescents, preschoolers are a demographic that is generally understudied in the nutritional literature. The author points out that nutrition for preschoolers is determined by the physiology of the child, the degree of activity expressed by the child and the context in which consumption of food occurs. The paper stresses that many of the rules of thumb that govern dietary habits for adults do not work in respect to preschoolers especially in the area of fat consumption. The author relates that preschoolers are predisposed towards diets that are high in fiber, such as grains and vegetables. The paper suggests that parents, who want to improve their children's nutritional health, should look to organic products.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Nutritional Needs for Preschoolers
Nutritional Determination and Preschoolers
Nutritional Environment and Preschoolers
Possible Threats to Appropriate Nutrition for Preschoolers
Summary: Recommendations for Parents of Preschoolers
From the Paper
"The National Agriculture Library indicates that most preschool children require a balanced diet from the "five food groups". These five food groups consist of grains, fruits and vegetables, meats, dairy, and foods with high fat and sugar content. In diet recommendations for preschoolers, the grains and vegetables are fundamental components. These diet recommendations are made with the exclusion of fruit: fruits contain high levels of natural sugar and should be minimized. This is likewise true for juice consumption, which also has a high level of sugar in it."
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Toy Preference Among Preschool Children, 2008.
A study on the relationship between gender and play carried out by observing toy selection in two classrooms of preschool children.
2,442 words (approx. 9.8 pages), 3 sources, APA, £ 51.95
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This paper presents a study on how gender stereotypes encompass even the toy preference of preschool age children. The paper tests the hypothesis that, as children become older, they prefer to play with sex-congruent toys rather than toys of the opposite sex. Specifically, the paper seeks to determine if children identify more with toys labeled as their individual gender when they are 3- to 4-year-olds in comparison to 2- to 3-year-olds. The paper describes the methods, procedure, and results of the study and then analyzes those results. The paper concludes with recommendations for conducting future research.
Outline:
Abstract
Method
Results
Discussion
Appendix A
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"We encountered many limitations while conducting our experiment on the toy selection of different genders. Our hypothesis was that as children got older they would choose to play with toys that were identifiable with their individual gender. Conducting our experiment in classrooms that were set up to be gender-neutral made it hard to evaluate this. The activities and toys chosen the most were gender-neutral and therefore did not support or counter our hypothesis. Gender-neutral activities included: drawing, play dough, constructing shape pattern on sheets, going down the slide, generic books (particularly on frogs), puzzles and playing in the sand table."
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Behavior of Preschool Children, 2002.
This paper analyzes observed behavior of the author?s preschool children on the basis of child development theory.
785 words (approx. 3.1 pages), 3 sources, MLA, £ 18.95
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This paper relates that the author?s twin girls often stare at each other for hours, making faces and laughing at each other, taking part in ?social exchanges? by a ?reciprocal matching process?, which is a process in which an infant will try to ?match or copy each other by approximation of each other?s gaze, use of tongue, sounds, and smiles? .The author points out that a recent study found that young children left in day care were not as close to their mothers as those children whose mothers stayed home during the early years. The paper stresses that games that involve both girls and use friendly competition always catch their attention.
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"Watching my girls at day care is enlightening. They ? all the preschoolers -- are still at that stage where everyone is their best friend. Sometimes it takes a half hour to pick them up in the afternoon because they all have to hug each other goodbye! Oden writes in agreement that children at this age do not differentiate between a best friend and an acquaintance or even a stranger. However, I have noticed that at church, they do have their favorite people they tend to seek out."
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Stuttering in Preschool-age Children, 2006.
An overview of this speech disorder in young children.
4,123 words (approx. 16.5 pages), 13 sources, APA, £ 76.95
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Stuttering is a communication disorder that interferes with a child's ability to speak fluently. It is characterized by the prolongation or blockage of sound, repetition, syllables or words, and its course can be cyclical, with the frequency and severity of the stuttering changing dramatically over time. This paper provides an overview of stuttering in preschool-age children, including how a stutter develops and how children are assessed.
Paper Outline:
General Description of the Disorder
Stuttering in Preschool-age Children
Patterns of Stuttering
Development of a Stutter
Assessment of Preschool Disfluent Children
Predictive Factors of Preschool Children Who Will Have Persistent Stuttering
References
From the Paper
"Trautman says that there is also some research suggesting that children who have a behaviorally inhibited temperament might be at increased risk for stuttering (e.g. children who appear to be more sensitive to changes and tend to cry more often). In addition, Trauman notes that some parents have reported changes in the fluency of their child's speech after (non-related) treatment with stimulant medications, such as Ritalin (methylphenidate) and some asthma medications. However, she says that she knows of no clinical evidence supporting these observations."
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Preschool and Autistic Children, 2002.
The effects of a preschool disabled program on the social development of autistic children.
5,150 words (approx. 20.6 pages), 11 sources, £ 129.95
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This study represents an attempt to build a home-based intervention package wherein caregivers encourage positive interactions between young children with autism and their siblings. Using a previously validated, classroom-based social skills intervention package, caregivers in three homes were able to produce substantial improvements in sibling interactions. Social validation assessment revealed that the modified intervention package was easy and enjoyable to follow. Moreover, caregivers reported interest in continuing to use the package after study completion.
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Nutrition for Children, 2008.
Discusses the importance of teaching proper nutrition for young children.
810 words (approx. 3.2 pages), 9 sources, APA, £ 19.95
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This paper explains that the obesity epidemic in America can be traced as far back as infancy nutrition. The author urges that a healthy eating teaching plan, including a scheduled daily interactive "meal" time when children are encouraged to explore many nutritious options, should be part of each school day including preschool. The paper suggest that, in this manner, children will be able to use their natural play and creativity instincts to make healthy eating choices.
From the Paper
"The ability of daycare providers to offer to children healthy options on a frequent and rotating schedule, especially finger foods that are colorful and tasty and are shown by example to be easy to eat and good tasting, as they watch their other daycare friends eat such options. The teacher should offer the food, family style, in much the same way that art supplies are placed in the center of the table, appealingly and for everyone to take turns with."
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Preschool vs. Adolescent Development, 2005.
An examination of the differences between preschool children and adolescents.
2,475 words (approx. 9.9 pages), 11 sources, £ 67.95
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The paper focuses on the differences between preschool (preoperative) children and adolescents. The hypothesis developed and proven by a literature review was that preoperative children and adolescents are developing faster and facing more challenges as a result of rapid growth, based on social, technological and educational changes that are taking place. The paper focuses on the risk of a dramatic increase in clinical depression among preschool children and the equally dramatic increase in the rate of teen suicide.
From the Paper
"While often lost in what they believe is pretend, preschool children often attempt to mirror the developmental qualities based on emotional level of functioning, interest in social skills, money, possessions, etc. of their older adolescent brothers and sisters. However, they are not psychologically equipped to handle such activity on a daily basis; there are additional stages of learning and development that are required. The adolescent on the other hand, more than anything else, attempts to mirror the qualities they see and strive for in the adult world."
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Nutritional Science, 2007.
This paper explores the lack of scientific method in nutritional science.
1,159 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 2 sources, MLA, £ 27.95
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The paper looks at "Nutrition: From Myth and Magic to Science" by Alfred Harper where he discusses nutritional science's short history. The paper discusses how nutritional research lacks a solid and established knowledge base to refute popular hazardous diets and nutritional tips. The paper shows how today anyone can be an authority on nutritional science.
From the Paper
"In the exploding world of global communication, personal information has become an activity of communal sharing. One of the most common human experiences is that of eating: it is only natural then that the channels of global communication, like magazines, the internet and TV, are saturated with ways to prepare dishes along with what foods and diets are the most healthy. Anyone who cares to have an opinion or release a diet has a venue to be heard. However, many of the diets and tips presented through these outlets may be untrue and potentially dangerous. Because of Nutritional Science's short history it lacks a solid and established knowledge base to immediately refute these hazardous diets and nutritional tips. The results: countless fad diets and a general distrust (and confusion) from the public as to what foods and practices of eating are the most beneficial."
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Depression and Nutritional Deficiency, 2006.
This in-depth paper analyzes the correlation between depression, suicide and nutritional deficiency.
13,154 words (approx. 52.6 pages), 75 sources, MLA, £ 172.95
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This well-researched paper is a comparative analysis of the symptomatic cluster used by the DSM-IV in the establishment of an Axis I diagnosis of depression and the psychological symptoms associated with nutritional deficiencies. The writer of this in-depth paper examines numerous published studies and literature between 1995-2004 regarding deficiency symptoms of B1, B2, B3, B6, folate, magnesium and zinc and compares the findings with the psychological symptoms found in depression. While low self-esteem and suicidal tendencies were not listed in any of the texts, the writer contends that these were in fact substantiated when analyzing the studies detailed in this paper. This paper delves into the findings that prove magnesium and zinc deficiency may be involved in the psychopathology of suicide.
Table of Contents:
Abstract
Introduction
Nutritional Deficiencies and Depression
Nutrition, Culture and Depression
Nutrition and Rule-Out Diagnosis on DSM-IV Axis III
Review of Literature
Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
Vitamin B9 (Folic Acid)
Magnesium (Mg)
Zinc (Zn)
Summary
References
From the Paper
"Thiamin is a water-soluble vitamin with limited body storage capacities and must be replenished regularly through the diet. It acts as a coenzyme in the oxidative metabolism of glucose and partakes with niacin and riboflavin in glucose oxidation to yield useful metabolic energy in the form of adenoside-tri-phospate (ATP). The nervous tissue is dependent solely on glucose for energy and as such these tissues are very sensitive to fluctuation in thiamin levels. Thiamin's role as a cofactor in conversion of glucose to sugars may explain why a diet high in carbohydrate could deplete the thiamin reserve. Classic thiamin deficiency, beriberi, is rare, whereas Wernicke-Korskoff Syndrome, a condition often found in alcoholics, is commonly encountered as clinical manifestation of B1 deficiency."
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Daily Nutritional Intake, 2008.
A discussion on recommended daily nutritional intake with a look at the writer's own intake.
746 words (approx. 3.0 pages), 3 sources, MLA, £ 18.95
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This paper discusses where one can find a policy basis for federal dietary guidance and for shaping nutrition education. It looks at and discusses various guidelines that have been set down with regards to daily nutritional intake. The writer then analyzes his own daily dietary intake and compares it to the recommended daily nutritional intake.
From the Paper
"There is no RDA for fiber at this time. The average consumption in industrial nations is 15 grams per day, which helps in a number of ways to keep the dietary tract healthy. Fiber also helps fight obesity and decreases the level of cholesterol in the body. It helps stabilize glucose concentration in the blood and can purify the body of toxins and heavy metals. However, high dietary fiber can reduce the effectiveness of some medicines. It may also restrict the absorption of nutrients such as iron, magnesium, phosphorus, zinc, and calcium (What is dietary fiber [fibre] and its role in nutrition, 2007, Sections 1-2)."
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HIV/AIDS and Complementary Nutritional Therapies, 2007.
A dissertation on the implications and recommendations for using complementary natural therapies in the treatment of HIV/AIDS.
20,383 words (approx. 81.5 pages), 39 sources, MLA, £ 172.95
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This paper looks at the problem of HIV/AIDS and the issue of complementary nutritional therapies that can be used to slow its progression and boost the immune system of HIV/AIDS patients. The paper also discusses the implications of utilizing these therapies and gives recommendations how to implement complementary nutritional therapies for HIV/AIDS. The paper discusses these treatments and also looks at how HIV/AIDS symptoms can be affected by proper nutrition and nutritional therapies and what kind of prevalence is noted with reduction of symptoms of HIV/AIDS when proper nutrition and nutritional therapies are employed.
Table of Contents:
Chapter 1 - Introduction to the Problem
Statement of the Problem
Background
Research Question
Hypothesis
Significance of the Study
Definition of Terms
Summary
Chapter 2 -- Review of Related Literature and Research
Introduction
Literature Review
Summary
Chapter 3 -- Results and Findings
Introduction
Analysis of Data
Findings
Summary
Chapter 4 -- Conclusions, Implications, and Recommendations for Further Research
Conclusions and Implications
Summary
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"Although it would appear that the government in general is doing little to help communities from being completely decimated by the HIV/AIDS virus, there are some HIV/AIDS prevention measures that are being undertaken by some areas of the government that may apply to many individuals. In general, however, most of the information given is not culture specific and therefore will not apply well to some individuals and their cultural beliefs and feelings. The government is also lacking in getting the message out regarding what should be done once the virus is contracted and there has been almost nothing from the government regarding complementary nutritional therapies. Some of this information is important here, however, because it indicates what makes an HIV/AIDS program successful and may be helpful to educators in the future as they work toward finding various ways to get the treatment information out there to more people."
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Personal Nutritional Analysis, 2002.
This nutritional analysis is designed to provide the reader with a broad idea on what an analysis takes into consideration.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 3 sources, £ 24.95
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This nutritional analysis is designed to provide the reader with a broad idea on what an analysis takes into consideration along with the effort put into it.
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Nutritional Foods, 2004.
Considers the case of Nutritional Foods and a possible food poisoning outbreak.
1,840 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 5 sources, APA, £ 43.95
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This paper considers the case of Nutritional Foods and a possible food poisoning outbreak. It concludes that an immediate recall is necessary, as well as the establishment of an ethics committee within the organization and a code of ethics to guide future actions.
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Nutritional Therapy for Down Syndrome, 2005.
This paper discusses the possible use of nutritional therapies for Down Syndrome children.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 3 sources, £ 18.95
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The topic of this paper is nutritional/vitamin therapies for children with Down Syndrome. It is argued in the paper that there are three problems in this regard. The writer notes that the first problem is that there has not been enough study concerning this matter. Further, the writer points out that the second problem is that there is no evidence that these therapies work and the final problem is side effects.
From the Paper
"Children with Down syndrome experience a wide range of health problems. According to Terry J. Hassold and David Patterson in 'Down Syndrome A Promising Future, Together', children with Down syndrome can experience, "congenital problems ranging from cataracts, heart disease and anomalies of the gastrointestinal tract as well as a predisposition to get infections". Because children with Down syndrome have such a wide range of health problems there has been a lot of interest in finding ways to improve their quality of life. The idea of using nutritional/vitamin therapy for children with Down syndrome has been an area of interest for a number of years."
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