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The American Dream as myth and meritocracy in American sociology

Definition of Concept/Theory: The American Dream is one of the most pervasive elements of American consciousness and identity. It is the cornerstone of the myth of meritocracy in America, as the American Dream suggests that anyone can achieve upward social mobility simply by working hard.

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Diabetes information on MedicineNet and CDC websites compared

Diabetes is a common condition which is a form of affliction that pervasive in the U.S.

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Chronic sorrow theory and caregiver grief management

Chronic sorrow is a continuous, pervasive sadness and also permanent and intermittently intense. An individual often encounters loss experience because of their disability, relative or chronic illness (Isaksson, 2007, p. 18).

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Improving website usability and accessibility for disabled users

The Internet is now the preferred method of collaboration, commerce and communication and the pervasiveness of its use is well-known and relied on globally.

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From Bell's conception to Motorola's portable handset innovation

Cellular telephone technology is something we often take for granted, as it has become such a pervasive component of everyday modern life. It has only been since the late 20th century that cellular phones as we know them have been commonplace throughout society.

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Proposal for a Chief Security Analyst position to address organizational counterterrorism

Although many of the figureheads of international terrorism have been exterminated, terrorism remains a pervasive reality. Whether from domestic or foreign sources, terrorism remains a real threat.

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Mind and matter in Aquinas and Descartes

The discourse on the relationship between mind and matter and between human being and nature has been a pervasive theme throughout the history of Western philosophy. The philosophical views of Thomas Aquinas and Rene Descartes represent diametrically opposed aspects of this problem.

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Fatalism in Thomas Hardy's "The Return of the Native"

The theme and concept of fatalism expressed in the Return of the Native is an important and pervasive element in all of Thomas Hardy's Works.

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Depression: symptoms, types, causes, and treatment options

Depression can be considered the "common cold" of psychological disorders. This expression describes its pervasiveness, but definitely not its seriousness. Depression is considered a mood disorder, which is a psychological disorder, characterized by emotional extremes.

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Legalizing prostitution in New York City: weighing social benefits against moral concerns

Historically, one of the criminal problems that has proven most pervasive and difficult to eradicate in New York City is prostitution. Prostitution has a long history in the city, and was legal for much of the city's history.

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