Discussion: Definitions and Theoretical Models of Addiction The term addiction is used throughout this course to include both substance-use disorders (e.g., alcoholism, cocaine dependence) and behavioral disorders with addictive components (e.g., pathological gambling, sex addiction). Addiction, whether to chemicals or behaviors, is part of a broad continuum (Doweiko, 2019). At one end of the […]

Discussion: 1. Using different scholarly or peer-review articles involving data mining, describe THREE (3) note worthy application or usage of "data mining" in the real world. Support each usage with examples for each use.  Assignement:  2.  What are FOUR (4) differences between descriptive and Predictive categories of Data Mining. Each difference discussed must be clearly stated before describing them  in […]

  Discussion Topic Topic #1 Invasive or Alien Species Invasive or alien species have decimated natural ecosystems and cost us untold millions of dollars in environmental damage. Define what constitutes an invasive or alien species. Why, in general, do invasive species pose such a serious problem for natural ecosystems? Select one invasive species from the […]

  Discussion Topic Ecological Concepts We have learned a lot of important ecological concepts this unit. Briefly explain TWO of the following ecological concepts and provide an example for each you described. I expect more than just a sentence for each; demonstrate depth, breadth and application in your responses. Ecological succession - include what it is and the difference between primary and […]

Discussion scenario for Module 1, more details forthcoming Posted on: Saturday, February 20, 2021 5:21:19 PM EST Discussion for Module 1: Scenario 1: A 16-year-old boy comes to clinic with chief complaint of sore throat for 3 days. Denies fever or chills. PMH negative for recurrent colds, influenza, ear infections or pneumonias. NKDA or food allergies. […]