Exploring Topics Student Ideas Spring 2016

Developing Questions for Research Allison McLeod

Directions: Identify three (3) topics you are interested in. Under the headings HEALTH (mental, physical, emotional), ECONOMY, SOCIETY (who we are as a society), and GOVERNMENT (legislation, how government operates) Write at least: One (1) thing you know about this topic, One (1) thing you think you know about this topic, and One (1) thing you want to know about this topic. Research information to confirm what you think you know and answer what you want to know. With the information you now have, make a NEW CONNECTION: Write one or two questions relating your original topic to two new topics.

Topic

Health

Economy

Society

Government

NEW Connection

1.

Vaping

Vaping is better for you than smoking.

How does it negatively affect your body?

Is breathing in second‐ hand vape bad for health?

I think vaping is an industry which is steadily growing.

How many companies make e‐juices?

How does vaping effect the tobacco industry?

I know that vaping is becoming increasingly popular.

Why are many people against vaping?

Should vaping be limited like tobacco products?

2.

Roller Derby

How high is the chance of injury while playing roller derby?

I know that roller derby is a great way to relieve stress.

What is the age range of derby players?

Roller derby is a predominantly female sport.

Why did roller derby die off for a few years?

Do movies influence many women to play?

Are the tobacco company‐made e‐ cigarettes comparable to mods that “heavy” vapors use?

As a whole, would it be beneficial for smokers to switch from cigarettes to vaping?

Are there major rule differences between flat track roller derby and banked?

What happened to roller rinks?

3.

Video games

Do video games really increase aggression?

Video games are good for hand‐eye coordination.

Are video games correlated with the increase in people whom require prescription glasses?

Is roller derby aired on ESPN or a common sports network?

I know that there are technically no “professional” derby players.

How much do players give back to the community?

The video game industry is huge.

Does the console war increase sales?

Has the video game industry impacted others?

Why are some government officials attempting to remove flavors from e‐ juices?

What laws already exist to regulate vaping?

What does the government classify vaping as?

Is roller derby going to wind up being an Olympic sport?

Are there any laws that directly affect roller derby?

The Woman’s Flat Track Derby Association writes the rule book.

I know that one government regulation on video games is the rating each receives.

Are there video games that have actually been banned?

Is there legislation about video games?

How big is the console wars between Microsoft, Sony, and Nintendo?

How quickly has video game technology advanced?

Do video games actually teach any useful skills?

I know that video games are a great thing to do with friends.

Why is Madden so popular? Is it the football players who endorse it?

Research Notes

Topic Results of my research

Topic Results of my research

Topi c

Health

Economy http://www.bu.edu/research /articles/behind‐the‐vapor/ There are over 466 brands of e‐juice. http://vaperanks.com/growi ng‐e‐cigarette‐sales‐starting‐ to‐affect‐tobacco‐industry‐ profits/ Cigarette sales have been steadily declining, which is consistent with the rise in vaping.

Society

http://reason.com/blog/2014/02/24/ more‐vaping‐more‐smoking‐the‐ implausible A couple of arguments against vaping are that it potentially encourages tobacco use in kids, and it discourages smokers from quitting, just giving an alternative. http://www.cigbuyer.com/simple‐ rules‐for‐vaping‐in‐public/ Vaping in public places hasn’t been fully established yet, some places allow it, some places don’t, and in others it’s illegal. The main thing vapers need to take into consideration while vaping in public is being respectful. https://wftda.com/news/wft http://www.rollerderbyhalloffame.co http://www.derbylife.com/2014/09/the‐ risks‐of‐roller‐derby/ da‐signs‐deal‐to‐stream‐ m/id3.html Every sport has their risks, in essence roller 2015‐championships‐with‐ Roller derby never actually derby is kind of like tackle football on completely died off, it just became espn3 skates, and a concrete floor. unpopular for a bit as many things For 2015, the WFTDA http://www.oprah.com/spirit/Roller‐ championships were aired on do. It has been quietly going on in the background since 1935.

ESPN3 Derby‐Player‐Beth‐Hollis‐Women‐ http://derbydolls.com/comm http://etheses.whiterose.ac.uk/2327 Pursuing‐Their‐Passions Using the prior knowledge that unity/ /7/The_Unladylike_Ladies_of_Roller_ competitive teams have a minimum age of Roller derby teams are non‐ Derby.pdf 18 or 21, and according to this article, one profit and give back to the It’s not the leading reason women of the oldest players is 53 years old. join, but movies do influence interest community their team is in the sport, especially Whip It!. based on through volunteering and donations.

http://vapeaboutit.com/scientific‐study‐ proves‐second‐hand‐vapor‐is‐not‐harmful A study determined that the vapor exhaled while using an e‐cigarette contains less volatile organic compounds than when a person normally exhales. http://www.bu.edu/research/articles/behi nd‐the‐vapor/ Due to vaping being a relatively new technology, there isn’t any definitive data on negative health defects. According to this study, vaping caused cancer‐like cell growth, but the researcher stated that it is not enough to determine if vaping actually causes cancer or not.

Government http://www.vaporvanity.com/il linois‐tables‐bill‐that‐would‐ have‐banned‐flavored‐e‐juice/ There’s fear that the flavors of e‐juices will influence the use of them for kids. Many states have attempted to ban flavors already. http://www.no‐ smoke.org/pdf/ecigslaws.pdf Each state has different regulations, but the most important regulation was put in place by Illinois, to have child proof caps on juice bottles.

http://blog.sisuguard.com/rolle r‐derby‐at‐the‐olympics‐not‐so‐ fast‐ It is not currently an Olympic sport, but in my opinion one of the rules is against any woman‐ dominated sport from becoming an Olympic sport. http://www.theatlantic.com/bu siness/archive/2014/05/whatev er‐happened‐to‐roller‐ skating/362100/ Due to the increasing popularity of roller derby, roller rinks are regaining popularity.

Developing Questions for Research Katherine Jackson

Directions: Identify three (3) topics you are interested in. Under the headings HEALTH (mental, physical, emotional), ECONOMY, SOCIETY (who we are as a society), and GOVERNMENT (legislation, how government operates) Write at least: One (1) thing you know about this topic, One (1) thing you think you know about this topic, and One (1) thing you want to know about this topic. Research information to confirm what you think you know and answer what you want to know. With the information you now have, make a NEW CONNECTION: Write one or two questions relating your original topic to two new topics.

Topic sample:

Dogs

1.

Caregiver Support

2.

Pets

Health

Economy

Society

Government

I think pet products is a big industry. I wonder how much is spent on pet health and care? How does the use of dogs in advertisement impact sales of a product or service?

I know dogs are popular pets. I see many ads use dogs. Do movies and celebrities make some breeds popular? Pit Bulls/ Chihuahuas?

I know there are animal cruelty laws. What are they? What is the sentencing in animal cruelty cases? What impact does PITA and animal groups have on legislation?

NEW Connection

I have heard but am not certain, that some animal cruelty sentencing is harsher than child abuse sentencing.

Does society value pets more than kids?

Write one or two (1) One thing you know (1) One thing you know (1) One thing you know (1) One thing you know questions relating your about this topic. about this topic. about this topic. about this topic. original topic to two More Caregiver Support Caregivers can suffer Society is not prepared Millions of family new topics. for our aging population economically by trying to for the tsunami of the caregivers in the U.S. (1) Will there be needs to be addressed support their own family older population that provide unpaid care to enough Caregiver by society. on top of supporting their may soon need older adults. support to help (2) One thing you think older family members. care/support.

(2) One thing you think (2) One thing you think (2) One thing you think you know about this you know about this topic. caregivers in the future? topic. you know about this topic. you know about this Society is starting to feel (2) What will happen to There will not be enough Most programs are aimed topic. the pinch of having to family caregivers support older family at economic support of the Society is going to have the economy with so qualified to handling the older adult Not towards difficulties supporting the members and the need for much economic aging population. government support/help. support needed to help the Caregiver giving older population and Support. supporting themselves. support the aging population in the U.S. Write one or two (1) One thing you know (1) One thing you know (1) One thing you know (1) One thing you know questions relating your about this topic. about this topic. about this topic. about this topic. original topic to two I know having pets can Owning a pet can be costly. Dogs are very popular Some states have made new topics. be a rewarding (2) One thing you think pet. laws against owning (1) With the high costs experience. certain types of pets you know about this topic. (2) One thing you think of pet ownership (2) One thing you think because of improper For as many pets that are you know about this should limits be placed use/training from the you know about this topic. available most are overly owners. topic. priced.

I know dogs are used for therapy. How effective is dog therapy? How much attention is dog therapy being given?

Research Notes

Most people have owned some type of pet in their life.

3.

Store bought Processed food

(1) One thing you know about this topic.

Know that it is probably not good for you.

(2) One thing you think you know about this topic.

I think I know what a preservative are supposed to do.

(1) One thing you know about this topic.

Creates jobs to make it and can feed the masses quickly.

(2) One thing you think you know about this topic.

It is cheaper than buying all ingredients to make yourself.

Many people pick their pet to present an image of themselves to others.

(2) One thing you think you know about this topic.

Animal abuse cases should be reported and investigated just like child abuse cases.

(1) One thing you know about this topic.

Millions have jobs making and millions eat processed foods.

(2) One thing you think you know about this topic.

Society is turning obese from eating so much processed foods.

(1) One thing you know about this topic.

Government allows processed foods until it dramatically affects medically.

(2) One thing you think you know about this topic.

The government does investigations on food processing to be sold to the public.

on how many someone should own?

(2) Do the economic burdens that pets can place on a family excuse lack of care for them? (Child needs medical care and pet needs medical care) Write one or two questions relating your original topic to two new topics.

(1) What actually is a qualifiable preservative?

(2) Should processed foods have warning labels? (may have cancer causing agents)

Sample Results of my research

Topic

Health http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubme d/19185195 Study results show benefits to humans in areas of mental health and physical health when therapy dogs are used. http://www.personal.psu.edu/afr3/b logs/siowfa12/2012/12/are‐therapy‐ dogs‐effective.html Article discusses the benefits to students at Yale and Harvard when therapy dogs are present in the library

Economy

Society

Government https://www.aspca.org/fight‐ cruelty/advocacy‐center/state‐ animal‐cruelty‐laws States fine up to $5000.00 Offences to children varies depending on state and how the court classifies the offense.

Research Notes

Topic Results of my research 2 Pets

Topic Results of my research 1 Caregiver Support

Health and Economic http://blog.aarp.org/2015/07/16/fa mily‐caregiving‐worth‐470‐billion‐a‐ year‐aarp‐finds/?intcmp=AE‐POL‐ ENDART‐REL‐EWHERE “The contributions of this invisible workforce go unnoticed, but as this report shows, they are astronomical,” says Susan Reinhard, RN, Ph.D., senior vice president and director of the AARP Public Policy Institute. “And this doesn’t take into account the enormous emotional, financial and physical costs to those people who are caring for their loved ones.” http://www.animalplanet.com/pets/ benefits‐of‐pets/ Top 5 Health Benefits of Owning a Pet

http://blog.aarp.org/2015/07/16/ family‐caregiving‐worth‐470‐ billion‐a‐year‐aarp‐ finds/?intcmp=AE‐POL‐ENDART‐ REL‐EWHERE

http://www.aarp.org/politics‐ society/advocacy/info‐ 2015/rally‐congress‐for‐ caregivers‐raise‐act.html “In 2013, roughly 40 million family caregivers in the U.S. provided unpaid care valued at about $470 billion to adults” Also, “Bipartisan legislation, endorsed by AARP, has been introduced in Congress to support family caregivers.”

https://www.congress.gov/bill/11 4th‐congress/house‐bill/3099/text Text: H.R.3099 — 114th Congress (2015‐2016) To provide for the establishment and maintenance of a National Family Caregiving Strategy, and for other purposes.

http://www.moneyunder30.com/ the‐true‐cost‐of‐pet‐ownership According to this report, the total first‐year cost of owning a dog is $1,270 and for a cat it is $1,070. http://www.omalmalamutes.com /omal/littercost.htm Interesting and unknown information on cost to breed and raise a litter.

http://www.petfoodindustry.c om/articles/3515‐appa‐ releases‐2013‐14‐national‐ pet‐owners‐survey The survey indicated that pet ownership among all US households is 68 percent, an increase to 82.5 million pet‐ owning households in 2012. #1 Dog‐owning households outnumbered those owning cats, but that the total number of pet cats was higher than that of dogs.

http://www.americanhumane.org/ interaction/support‐the‐ bond/fact‐sheets/understanding‐ the‐link.html Understanding The Link Between Animal Abuse and Family Violence Meaning you may not just be protecting an animal but also children by reporting abuse.

Research Notes Topic Results of my research 3 Store bought Processed Food

http://www.healthyfood.co.nz/articl es/2006/june/what‐are‐preservatives Preservatives are natural or man‐ made chemicals that are added to foods to stop them from spoiling.

https://www.sharecare.com/healt h/eating‐and‐society/why‐ processed‐foods‐cheaper‐fresh “the food price disparity in America is the fact that we, the consumers, have voted with our forks and told our government and food suppliers that all we want is cheap, convenient processed junk.”

http://www.foodnavigator.co m/Science/Lack‐of‐diversity‐ in‐processed‐foods‐may‐be‐ causing‐obesity‐and‐cancer Lack of diversity in processed foods may be causing obesity and cancer.

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pub med/19888275 Contribution of highly industrially processed foods to the nutrient intakes and patterns of middle‐ aged populations in the European Prospective Investigation into Cancer and Nutrition study.

Developing Questions for Research Stephen Nicklaus

Directions: Identify three (3) topics you are interested in. Under the headings HEALTH (mental, physical, emotional), ECONOMY, SOCIETY (who we are as a society), and GOVERNMENT (legislation, how government operates) Write at least: One (1) thing you know about this topic, One (1) thing you think you know about this topic, and One (1) thing you want to know about this topic. Research information to confirm what you think you know and answer what you want to know. With the information you now have, make a NEW CONNECTION: Write one or two questions relating your original topic to two new topics.

Topic

Health

Economy

Society

Government

NEW Connection

sample:

Dogs

I know dogs are used for therapy. How effective is dog therapy? How much attention is dog therapy being given?

I think pet products is a big industry. I wonder how much is spent on pet health and care? How does the use of dogs in advertisement impact sales of a product or service?

I know dogs are popular pets. I see many ads use dogs. Do movies and celebrities make some breeds popular? Pit Bulls/ Chihuahuas?

I know there are animal cruelty laws. What are they? What is the sentencing in animal cruelty cases? What impact does PITA and animal groups have on legislation?

1.

Fast Food

I know fast food is convenient. Is fast food actually healthy? Can one eat fast food and have a healthy diet and weight?

Fast food is a huge part of our daily lives. What percentage of our money is spent on fast food? How would fast food use diminishing affect the economy?

2.

Elections

I know we are a free society and have the right to vote. Does health affect how many people vote? Does the time of year affect this also?

Many families eat fast food more than once per week. How much is spent on advertising?

Does fast food affect the family experience of not eating prepared meals together?

Our economy is directly Some people vote along affected by elections. party lines no matter the Which party actually helps message. Do we lose by the middle class more? Do using this process? Why elections really help the are some states known average person in our for voting for only one party? country?

I know the FDA now requires calorie counts for fast food restaurants.

What is the daily calorie intake for the average American? Is fast food responsible for the obesity epidemic?

Government spending is out of control. How do we spend so much more than we take in? How can we fix this problem?

I have heard but am not certain, that some animal cruelty sentencing is harsher than child abuse sentencing.

Does society value pets more than kids?

I have heard that fast food is the reason for obesity in our country.

Is this the only reason for this problem?

I know that some states continually vote for only one party.

Why do Americans not seek out the information to help them vote for the person not along party lines?

Research Notes

I know football is safer now than 50 years ago.

Is a healthier lifestyle the reason why? Or is it the advances in medicine and equipment?

3.

Football

Football is a multibillion dollar business. How much money does the NFL take in yearly? How does this impact our economy?

Football is the highest rated show on television.

How does this impact advertising rates? How does this impact what we see during games?

Football has an anti‐trust exemption. Why do they need it? Does the NFL pay its fair share of taxes?

I know the NFL is currently the king of television. How does this affect our economy?

Topic Results of my research

Sample Results of my research

Topic

Health

Economy

Society

Government

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19185195

Study results show benefits to humans in areas of mental health and physical health when therapy dogs are used. http://www.personal.psu.edu/afr3/blogs/siowfa12/2012/12/are‐ therapy‐dogs‐effective.html Article discusses the benefits to students at Yale and Harvard when therapy dogs are present in the library

https://www.aspca.org/fight‐ cruelty/advocacy‐center/state‐ animal‐cruelty‐laws States fine up to $5000.00 Offences to children varies depending on state and how the court classifies the offense.

Topic Results of my research

Research Notes

Developing Questions for Research Tabatha Sorensen

Directions: Identify three (3) topics you are interested in. Under the headings HEALTH (mental, physical, emotional), ECONOMY, SOCIETY (who we are as a society), and GOVERNMENT (legislation, how government operates) Write at least: One (1) thing you know about this topic, One (1) thing you think you know about this topic, and One (1) thing you want to know about this topic. Research information to confirm what you think you know and answer what you want to know. With the information you now have, make a NEW CONNECTION: Write one or two questions relating your original topic to two new topics.

Topic sample:

Dogs

1. Elderly And nursing homes

2. OSHA Laws

Health

Economy

Society

Government

NEW Connection

I know dogs are used for therapy. How effective is dog therapy? How much attention is dog therapy being given?

I think pet products is a big industry. I wonder how much is spent on pet health and care? How does the use of dogs in advertisement impact sales of a product or service?

I know dogs are popular pets. I see many ads use dogs. Do movies and celebrities make some breeds popular? Pit Bulls/ Chihuahuas?

I know there are animal cruelty laws. What are they? What is the sentencing in animal cruelty cases? What impact does PITA and animal groups have on legislation?

Nursing homes do a lot of advertising. But do they do a lot of false advertising? Do they actually have enough people on staff to care for the elderly that are put into these homes?

I know there is elderly abuse laws. What are they specifically? What are the charges and sentenceing?

How does this effect the nursing homes and those who work there?

I have heard but am not certain, that some animal cruelty sentencing is harsher than child abuse sentencing.

Does society value pets more than kids?

I don’t think elderly abuse is noticed or reported as much as child abuse, are these charges not taken seriously? Do we as a society just turn away from this?

OSHA does a lot of enforcing of their rules and regulations. But do they give to many chances to fix problems when businesses should just be fined?

I know some of the OSHA rules. What are they specifically? How well are they followed or how well are they taken seriously?

What is the health of the I know the nursing home industry along with elderly when put into healthcare is huge. I nursing homes? wonder what kind of health conditions the elderly are in when put into homes. I wonder how well the elderly are taken care of after being put into homes.

I know the OSHA rule What are the OSHA laws/rules? Do business books are in a lot of businesses and half to be really follow them to a read and signed by all tee? employees when hired. I wonder how many businesses actually follow them?

I don’t think OSHA rules/regulations are follow like they should be. Why are there so many chances instead of more fines?

Research Notes

3.

Topic Results of my research

Sample Results of my research

Topic

Health

Economy

Society

Government

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19185195

Study results show benefits to humans in areas of mental health and physical health when therapy dogs are used. http://www.personal.psu.edu/afr3/blogs/siowfa12/2012/12/are‐ therapy‐dogs‐effective.html Article discusses the benefits to students at Yale and Harvard when therapy dogs are present in the library

https://www.aspca.org/fight‐ cruelty/advocacy‐center/state‐ animal‐cruelty‐laws States fine up to $5000.00 Offences to children varies depending on state and how the court classifies the offense.

Topic Results of my research

Research Notes

Developing Questions for Research Jessi Webb

Directions: Identify three (3) topics you are interested in. Under the headings HEALTH (mental, physical, emotional), ECONOMY, SOCIETY (who we are as a society), and GOVERNMENT (legislation, how government operates) Write at least: One (1) thing you know about this topic, One (1) thing you think you know about this topic, and One (1) thing you want to know about this topic. Research information to confirm what you think you know and answer what you want to know. With the information you now have, make a NEW CONNECTION: Write one or two questions relating your original topic to two new topics.

Topic sample:

Dogs

1.Dementia

2.Exercise

Health

Economy

Society

Government

I think pet products is a big industry. I wonder how much is spent on pet health and care? How does the use of dogs in advertisement impact sales of a product or service?

I know dogs are popular pets. I see many ads use dogs. Do movies and celebrities make some breeds popular? Pit Bulls/ Chihuahuas?

I know there are animal cruelty laws. What are they? What is the sentencing in animal cruelty cases? What impact does PITA and animal groups have on legislation?

NEW Connection

I have heard but am not certain, that some animal cruelty sentencing is harsher than child abuse sentencing.

Does society value pets more than kids?

How are other diseases I know dementia patients I know there are laws to I know how frustrating it I know placing a family protect patients in a home. related to dementia? become the center of is do deal with someone member in a home is costly. I wonder how much attention for a family. I Are there preventative special who doesn’t What are they exactly? ways to live life to wonder how many family How well do facilities know you anymore. How is spent a year for decrease the risk? it affects family? How it dementia patients. Where members lose touch with follow them? What if in the world is it most the situation. Why does it family doesn’t agree as to affects an individual? seem like the whom the power of prominent? responsibility falls on one attorney should be? or two people?

I know exercise is I know exercise enthusiasts I know society is I have heard that I know exercise is beneficial for healing utilize gyms to work out. I obsessed with body exercise reduces health beneficial to the body. processes. If everyone risks. What health risks How much is too much? wonder how much is spent image. I wonder if food exercised, how the rate of are reduced the most? a year on going to a gym vs establishments had What happens to your sick and dying would be Can exercise lead to body if you over exert it? outside? What would healthier selections if happen if gyms closed? diseases also? exercising stats would go affected? What impact down. How would this would that have on affect diets as a whole? pharmaceutical companies?

I know dogs are used for therapy. How effective is dog therapy? How much attention is dog therapy being given?

Research Notes

3.Cannabis

I know cannabis can be beneficial to certain health conditions. I wonder how long that list is. How does a condition get diagnosed for the use of cannabis?

I know the economy can be boosted by the growth of cannabis I wonder if growth could be regulated how many states would legalize it? How could the economy benefit from this?

I know some people over use marijuana. How does this affect the status que towards legalization?

How does this affect the youth?

I know some states have legalized cannabis. I wonder how much those states have increased their revenue. Why is it ok for some states and not all?

What role does the government play in this?

They say marijuana is a “gate way drug.”

Where is the connection between a plant and a man‐made drug?

Topic Results of my research

Sample Results of my research

Topic

Health

Economy

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19185195

Study results show benefits to humans in areas of mental health and physical health when therapy dogs are used. http://www.personal.psu.edu/afr3/blogs/siowfa12/2012/12/are‐ therapy‐dogs‐effective.html Article discusses the benefits to students at Yale and Harvard when therapy dogs are present in the library

www.alzhemer.ca Article about the effects of dementia on family www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov>pubmed Explains how exercise affects bone development during growth

www. ncbi.nlm.nih.gov Economic impact of dementia

Society

Government

https://www.aspca.org/fight‐ cruelty/advocacy‐center/state‐animal‐ cruelty‐laws States fine up to $5000.00 Offences to children varies depending on state and how the court classifies the offense.

www.nber.org>winter05>pacula Tells the negative effects of marijuana on youth and society. www.chc.brookes.ac.uk>images>events Laws protecting the basic human rights of vulnerable people

Topic Results of my research

Research Notes

Developing Questions for Research Abby O’Loughlin

Directions: Identify three (3) topics you are interested in. Under the headings HEALTH (mental, physical, emotional), ECONOMY, SOCIETY (who we are as a society), and GOVERNMENT (legislation, how government operates) Write at least: One (1) thing you know about this topic, One (1) thing you think you know about this topic, and One (1) thing you want to know about this topic. Research information to confirm what you think you know and answer what you want to know. With the information you now have, make a NEW CONNECTION: Write one or two questions relating your original topic to two new topics.

Topic

Health

sample:

Dogs

I know dogs are used for therapy. How effective is dog therapy? How much attention is dog therapy being given?

1.

Government Help (Welfare, food stamps, financial aid, etc.)

I know government help programs such as food stamps are put into place to keep families that are less fortunate from becoming malnourished. Are these programs actually helping? Are they just causing the obesity levels to rise causing worse health?

Should there be certain restrictions on what you can and cannot buy?

Economy

Society

Government

NEW Connection

I think pet products is a big industry. I wonder how much is spent on pet health and care? How does the use of dogs in advertisement impact sales of a product or service?

Are these programs giving to too many people? Is it hurting our economy by giving away money that we do not have to give? How much money goes into government help programs each year?

I know dogs are popular pets. I see many ads use dogs. Do movies and celebrities make some breeds popular? Pit Bulls/ Chihuahuas?

I know there are animal cruelty laws. What are they? What is the sentencing in animal cruelty cases? What impact does PITA and animal groups have on legislation?

How exactly does the government decide who qualifies for each program? How do they check up on the people that do get help to make sure they still qualify for help months, years, etc. later?

I have heard but am not certain, that some animal cruelty sentencing is harsher than child abuse sentencing.

Does society value pets more than kids?

I have heard many people try to live below what they are capable of just to keep government help. Is the government handing out too much “free” money encouraging people to live below their means?

Are people that use government help programs given certain stereotypes? Are they looked down upon?

Research Notes

I know police brutality 2. has been a raising Police Brutality/Discrimination problem between different races. Is this causing or contributing to people’s health such as depression, anxiety, etc.?

Does police brutality against races hurt our economy? Does is make certain regions or states with police brutality cases unappealing to the public?

Does society give all police a bad stereotype because of the cases that have been reported? Does this makes people not want to go into the criminal justice field? Are law enforcement jobs becoming harder to find/get?

I know these cases get a lot of media attention but what is the government doing to investigate these cases? Are they letting officers slide by?

I have heard that many offices feel they are above the law. Is this why we hear of very few officers being sentenced for cases of discrimination or brutality?

3.

Animal Shelters

How much money do animal shelters make each year? How much money do they need to operate? How much money does it euthanize an animal at a shelter?

Are animals that are in shelters/older animals made unappealing to society?

Does the government inspect or regulate animal shelters to ensure the animals are getting treated properly? If not, should they be? Are animal’s lives and wellbeing even a concern to the government?

I know a lot shelters in this area euthanize animals after they have been at the shelter for a certain period of time. What is this time period?

Are there laws in place for this?

How does being in a shelter affect the health of the animal?

Would animals that are in a shelter benefit from being in a different environment instead of in kennels all day?

To pic

Health

Economy

Society

Government

Research Notes

http://dailysignal.com/2015/08/01/ho w‐welfare‐spending‐hurts‐the‐people‐ its‐supposed‐to‐help/

“Costing over $1 trillion per year, the current welfare system is enormous, but much of this spending is counterproductive. Today’s welfare programs undermine work and marriage, leading to a broadening pattern of intergenerational dependence and self‐defeating behaviors.” (Winfree) These programs are making Americans think that it is acceptable to live in the means of getting government assistance

http://thinkprogress.org/economy/2013/1 2/18/3081791/welfare‐recipient‐ spending/ People who receive government help are usually talked down upon by. There are many myths about government help programs that people who do not participate in do not know however.

http://www.apha.org/policies‐ and‐advocacy/public‐health‐ policy‐statements/policy‐ database/2014/07/11/14/16/imp act‐of‐police‐violence‐on‐public‐ health

Police brutality does have a negative effect on a person due to the injury that can be caused.

However, no further studies have been done to determine if other health problems arise from this.

https://ourfuture.org/20150610/polic e‐violence‐against‐blacks‐has‐an‐ economic‐context

The racial discrimination from police is hurting the economy.

http://www.pressherald.com/2014/12/13/ police‐all‐of‐a‐sudden‐were‐all‐racist‐ killers/

The few cases of police brutality and discrimination are giving all police a bad name.

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Topic Results of my research

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/ 2015/05/05/food‐stamps‐ obesity_n_7204824.html Americans who receive food stamps are more likely to be obese than the rest of the population

http://dailysignal.com/201 5/08/01/how‐welfare‐ spending‐hurts‐the‐ people‐its‐supposed‐to‐ help/ “U.S. Government Accountability Office found that Massachusetts had just 37 fraud investigators responsible for guaranteeing that no one among the 888,000 people with SNAP benefits, the 1,273,000 receiving Medicaid, and the 92,000 with TANF cash assistance was abusing the program.”

(Winfree) This clearly shows that the government is not ensuring that these benefits are not being abused. http://www.colorlines.com /articles/what‐obama‐ says‐hell‐do‐about‐police‐ brutality

A press release from President Obama says they will be putting steps into place to end these cases. I could not find any reports saying these steps have been put into place yet.

Research Notes

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I could not find any valid studies showing how being in a shelter for extended periods of time alter a pets health.

http://usatoday30.usatoday.com/new s/nation/story/2012‐02‐27/euthanize‐ animal‐shelters/53406232/1

No kill shelters are desirable but the cost to run them is outrageous, forcing the state to help pay expenses.

It costs more to care for the pets that do not get adopted right away than to euthanize them.

http://www.humanesociety.org/news/ma gazines/2014/11‐12/pet‐stores‐offering‐ shelter‐ adoptions.html?referrer=https://www.goo gle.com/

With more advertisement, more sheltered animals could be adopted. Certain states however are trying to shut down puppy mills and stores that sells puppies from puppy mills to help shelter sales.

I found a few articles relating to laws associated with animal shelters but could not find any evidence of the government regulating these. Most laws and regulations are regulated from the head of the shelter.

Developing Questions for Research Erica Jackson

Directions: Identify three (3) topics you are interested in. Under the headings HEALTH (mental, physical, emotional), ECONOMY, SOCIETY (who we are as a society), and GOVERNMENT (legislation, how government operates) Write at least: One (1) thing you know about this topic, One (1) thing you think you know about this topic, and One (1) thing you want to know about this topic. Research information to confirm what you think you know and answer what you want to know. With the information you now have, make a NEW CONNECTION: Write one or two questions relating your original topic to two new topics.

Topic

Health

Economy

Society

Government

NEW Connection

sample:

Dogs

I know dogs are used for therapy. How effective is dog therapy? How much attention is dog therapy being given?

I think pet products is a big industry. I wonder how much is spent on pet health and care? How does the use of dogs in advertisement impact sales of a product or service?

I know dogs are popular pets. I see many ads use dogs. Do movies and celebrities make some breeds popular? Pit Bulls/ Chihuahuas?

I know there are animal cruelty laws. What are they? What is the sentencing in animal cruelty cases? What impact does PITA and animal groups have on legislation?

1. Food

I know food is used for health. How effective is food for people? How kinds of food are healthy for you?

I know the economy relies on food. I wonder how much food the economy wastes a day. How much of food advertisements impact sales of in restaurants?

I know food is the main part of get to gathers. I know that many ads use food. Do commercials and movies make certain food popular? Steaks/ Vegetables?

2. Music

I know that people use music to workout. I know that some people use it as therapy. How effective is music?

I know music has a big impact on the economy.

What kind of impact does music have on the economy? Where would our economy be today without music?

I know music is popular.

Music is used in all kind of ways. Do celebrities and radios make music popular?

I know there are laws against neglect. What are they? What is the sentencing in neglect for not feeding someone?

What impact do people have from not getting food?

I know that there are copyright laws for music.

What are they? What is the sentencing in copying music?

I have heard but am not certain, that some animal cruelty sentencing is harsher than child abuse sentencing.

Does society value pets more than kids?

I have heard but am not certain, that some food digest in your body and some don’t.

Does society value snacks more than vegetables?

3. Clothing

Feeling healthy in clothing makes a good outfit. Are a lot of people that are not healthy insecure in their clothing?

I think that clothing is a big industry. I wonder how the economy would be without clothing.

I know that clothing are very popular. There are many advertising on clothing. Are clothing popular because of brands or celebrities are wearing them.

I know there are laws for not wearing clothing in public. What are they?

Why are there laws for wearing clothing?

I have heard but am not certain, that some music is a form of therapy and some is based off true life.

Does society value CD’s more than ITunes?

I have heard but am not certain, that some clothing is a form of expression and used to cover the body.

Does society value shirts more than pants?

Research Notes

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Sample Results of my research

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Health

Economy

Society

Government

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19185195 Study results show benefits to humans in areas of mental health and physical health when therapy dogs are used. http://www.personal.psu.edu/afr3/blogs/siowfa12/2012/12/are‐ therapy‐dogs‐effective.html Article discusses the benefits to students at Yale and Harvard when therapy dogs are present in the library

https://www.aspca.org/fight‐ cruelty/advocacy‐center/state‐ animal‐cruelty‐laws States fine up to $5000.00 Offences to children varies depending on state and how the court classifies the offense.

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Research Notes

Developing Questions for Research Heidi Petterson

Directions: Identify three (3) topics you are interested in. Under the headings HEALTH (mental, physical, emotional), ECONOMY, SOCIETY (who we are as a society), and GOVERNMENT (legislation, how government operates) Write at least: One (1) thing you know about this topic, One (1) thing you think you know about this topic, and One (1) thing you want to know about this topic. Research information to confirm what you think you know and answer what you want to know. With the information you now have, make a NEW CONNECTION: Write one or two questions relating your original topic to two new topics.

Topic

Health

Economy

Society

Government

NEW Connection

sample:

Dogs

I know dogs are used for therapy. How effective is dog therapy? How much attention is dog therapy being given?

I think pet products is a big industry. I wonder how much is spent on pet health and care? How does the use of dogs in advertisement impact sales of a product or service?

I know dogs are popular pets. I see many ads use dogs. Do movies and celebrities make some breeds popular? Pit Bulls/ Chihuahuas?

I know there are animal cruelty laws. What are they? What is the sentencing in animal cruelty cases? What impact does PITA and animal groups have on legislation?

1.

Vaccinations

I know vaccinations have eradicated many diseases. How effective are vaccinations? Do vaccinations really cause Autism?

I know that pharmaceutical companies make a lot of money off of vaccinations.

How much money is spent on research on vaccinations?

I know that there is a big debate on if children should be vaccinated or not and how safe it is.

Do celebrities have an influence on what people choose to do?

I think that in some states that there are laws about children needing to be vaccinated to start schools? Can the government force parents to vaccinate their children?

I have heard but am not certain, that some animal cruelty sentencing is harsher than child abuse sentencing.

Does society value pets more than kids?

I know that vaccinations are good to keep outbreaks from occurring but are they really safe for children?

2.

3.

Research Notes

Health

Economy

Society

Government

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19185195 Study results show benefits to humans in areas of mental health and physical health when therapy dogs are used. http://www.personal.psu.edu/afr3/blogs/siowfa12/2012/12/are‐ therapy‐dogs‐effective.html Article discusses the benefits to students at Yale and Harvard when therapy dogs are present in the library

https://www.aspca.org/fight‐ cruelty/advocacy‐center/state‐ animal‐cruelty‐laws States fine up to $5000.00 Offences to children varies depending on state and how the court classifies the offense.

Topic Results of my research

Topic Results of my research

Sample Results of my research

Topic

Research Notes

Developing Questions for Research Elizabeth Plumper

Directions: Identify three (3) topics you are interested in. Under the headings HEALTH (mental, physical, emotional), ECONOMY, SOCIETY (who we are as a society), and GOVERNMENT (legislation, how government operates) Write at least: One (1) thing you know about this topic, One (1) thing you think you know about this topic, and One (1) thing you want to know about this topic. Research information to confirm what you think you know and answer what you want to know. With the information you now have, make a NEW CONNECTION: Write one or two questions relating your original topic to two new topics.

Topic

Health

Economy

Society

Government

NEW Connection

sample:

Dogs

I know dogs are used for therapy. How effective is dog therapy? How much attention is dog therapy being given?

I think pet products is a big industry. I wonder how much is spent on pet health and care? How does the use of dogs in advertisement impact sales of a product or service?

I know dogs are popular pets. I see many ads use dogs. Do movies and celebrities make some breeds popular? Pit Bulls/ Chihuahuas?

I know there are animal cruelty laws. What are they? What is the sentencing in animal cruelty cases? What impact does PITA and animal groups have on legislation?

1.

Internet

I know that cyber bullying has reached an all‐time high. How many teens participate in cyber bullying? Has cyber bullying increased the in the number of suicides?

I know music and reading is quite popular. How has the internet affected the music industry with digital downloading? How has it affected the New paper industry?

I know that the internet has opened up a whole new way to learn, but has is created socialized and smart generation?

I have heard but am not certain, that some animal cruelty sentencing is harsher than child abuse sentencing.

Does society value pets more than kids?

I have heard lots of controversy on whether the internet is destroying marriages.

Has the internet caused an increase in break ups and divorce?

College

I know that there is an increased use is sexual activity, and drug and alcohol use. Are colleges doing anything to promote awareness? If so what are they?

I know there are certain requirements and policies.

How were these determined and how to they vary from college to college?

2.

I know that there’s not too much information on the internet that the government regulates.

Should the federal government be allowed to regulate the information?

And if they do already, what are they regulating?

I know most careers want I know there is government assistance to help those some type of college education. What is more pay for college. How much preferred a 2 or 4 year on average is spent and degree and why? And is how is the amount there an increase in pay if distributed determined? you have a 4 year degree?

How many students are a target of sexual assault, and or drug and alcohol abuse?

Research Notes

3.

Sports

I know sports is a great form of exercise to stay physically healthy. How high is the injury factor in physical contact sports vs. working out alone?

I know many sports celebrities are used to advertise shows and clothing products. How much are these athletes paid to advertise these products? How much do sales increase when athletes advertise these products?

I know student athletes want to make it professionally. How likely is it for a high school athlete to make it professionally? Does the use and availability of steroids increase?

I know there are laws based on professional sports. Does the government help to regulate these? If so what are the regulations?

What is the average time span an athlete plays professionally before retirement?

Sample Results of my research

Topi c

Health http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pub med/19185195 Study results show benefits to humans in areas of mental health and physical health when therapy dogs are used. http://www.personal.psu.edu/afr3 /blogs/siowfa12/2012/12/are‐ therapy‐dogs‐effective.html Article discusses the benefits to students at Yale and Harvard when therapy dogs are present in the library

Economy

Society

Government https://www.aspca.org/fight‐ cruelty/advocacy‐ center/state‐animal‐cruelty‐ laws States fine up to $5000.00 Offences to children varies depending on state and how the court classifies the offense.

Research Notes

Topic Results of my research

Topic Results of my research

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/ articles/PMC3477910/ “Although cyberbullying cannot be identified as a sole predictor of suicide in adolescents and young adults, it can increase risk of suicide by amplifying feelings of isolation, instability, and hopelessness for those with preexisting emotional, psychological, or environmental stressors.” http://www.google.com/url?sa=t& rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd= 2&ved=0ahUKEwjouIG‐ vcHKAhWILyYKHQx6C8wQFgghMA E&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alcoh oleducationproject.org%2FDOEMo delPrograms2008.pdf&usg=AFQjCN HzkC_Xb4lD‐V_9Hc6gqC3ryhisnw Each college has its own ways to promote awareness, such as; awareness programs and counseling programs. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/ articles/PMC2786948/

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp ‐ dyn/content/article/2006/06/13/AR2 006061300929.html While even the best magazines and newspapers are being abandoned network television is also losing viewers due to the increased use and accessibility of the internet.

https://www.techdirt.com/articles/201 40804/20514528111/technology‐ doesnt‐make‐us‐less‐social‐it‐just‐ changes‐way‐we‐socialize.shtml The internet does not make us less social it just changes the way we interact with others.

http://www.baker.edu/student‐ services/academics/#policies‐and‐ procedures

http://www.human.cornell.edu/regis trar/requirements‐and‐policies.cfm Depending on which college and what program you are accepted to will determine which policies and requirements will pertain to you, such as; credits taken, SAT or ACT scores, clinical hours etc. http://www.businessinsider.com/18‐ athletes‐more‐money‐endorse‐sport‐ 2013‐6 Surprisingly some athletes make more money through endorsement than actually playing sports.

http://www.usnews.com/education/ar ticles/2014/08/04/how‐employers‐ view‐an‐associate‐degree Four year degrees to seem to be preferred to maintain a high standard however, associates degrees and still very accepted in many fields.

http://www.collegesportsscholarships. com/percentage‐high‐school‐athletes‐ ncaa‐college.htm only about a small three percent of high school students make it professional

https://www.techdirt.com/ar ticles/20140804/2051452811 1/technology‐doesnt‐make‐ us‐less‐social‐it‐just‐changes‐ way‐we‐socialize.shtml The government currently does not regulate anything pertaining to the information on the internet, however, the federal government announces it plan to regulate free speech on the internet. http://studentaidalliance.org /how‐much‐does‐the‐federal‐ government‐spend‐on‐ student‐aid/ Although financial aid only counts as 1% of the federal budget it helps of 8 million students to continue the education.

http://www.google.com/url? sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&sourc e=web&cd=1&ved=0ahUKEwj g77qnw8HKAhWDRyYKHWcd BnUQFggbMAA&url=http%3A %2F%2Fsportinlaw.com%2F2 012%2F03%2F20%2Fleague‐ regulations‐and‐stadium‐ subsidies‐in‐american‐ professional‐sports‐ excerpt%2F&usg=AFQjCNGde crz‐9ki7nUMoFMszNsZ‐ M9lVA

Developing Questions for Research Kaitlin Smith

Directions: Identify three (3) topics you are interested in. Under the headings HEALTH (mental, physical, emotional), ECONOMY, SOCIETY (who we are as a society), and GOVERNMENT (legislation, how government operates) Write at least: One (1) thing you know about this topic, One (1) thing you think you know about this topic, and One (1) thing you want to know about this topic. Research information to confirm what you think you know and answer what you want to know. With the information you now have, make a NEW CONNECTION: Write one or two questions relating your original topic to two new topics.

Topic

Health

Economy

Society

Government

sample:

Dogs

I know dogs are used for therapy. How effective is dog therapy? How much attention is dog therapy being given?

I think pet products is a big industry. I wonder how much is spent on pet health and care? How does the use of dogs in advertisement impact sales of a product or service?

I know dogs are popular pets. I see many ads use dogs. Do movies and celebrities make some breeds popular? Pit Bulls/ Chihuahuas?

I know there are animal cruelty laws. What are they? What is the sentencing in animal cruelty cases? What impact does PITA and animal groups have on legislation?

1.

Gambling

I know you can smoke in certain casinos. Do people who gamble more likely to smoke/drink? What are the emotional states of people who gamble? Are they more likely to be sad or happy?

I don’t think all dementia diseases are hereditary.

Do people who live a healthier lifestyle have a lesser chance of getting dementia? Are there ways to decrease your likeliness of getting the disease?

I know gambling is addicting. I wonder how much an average person spends on gambling? What social class spends more hours gambling? How much do casinos profit yearly?

I think gambling has a negative impact on society. Has the amount of gabling increased over the past years? What are the reasons behind gambling?

I know there is no cure for dementia. How much money is being spent on finding a cure for dementia? How expensive are the medications to help dementia symptoms?

I know dementia affects the older population.

What is the age group of people who are more likely to get dementia?

How many people are affected with dementia yearly? Is the number increasing or decreasing?

2.

Dementia

NEW Connection

I have heard but am not certain, that some animal cruelty sentencing is harsher than child abuse sentencing.

Does society value pets more than kids?

I know there are gambling How often do people laws regarding how old you really win in gambling? have to be to gamble.

And does the casino set up the frequency of What are they? Do they when people win? differ in different states?

How does the government regulate casinos?

Does the government help pay for services for people with dementia? How many government research programs are there if there are any?

How do you care for someone with dementia? Is it selfish to put them in the home? What are the tolls on the family for caring for someone with dementia?

Research Notes

3.

Plastic Surgery

Are there any health risks when getting plastic surgery? Do you need to have a medical evaluation before getting plastic surgery?

I know plastic surgery costs a lot of money. How much money is spent on plastic surgery? Do celebrities who get plastic surgery increase the amount of procedures getting done?

What age, race, and gender is more likely to get plastic surgery? Is plastic surgery for cosmetic reasons socially acceptable?

I know there are laws regarding plastic surgery.

Does government help pay for plastic surgery? If so, are there any restrictions on what they can help pay for?

What are the psychological effects of having plastic surgery done?

Sample Results of my research

Topi c

Health http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19185195 Study results show benefits to humans in areas of mental health and physical health when therapy dogs are used. http://www.personal.psu.edu/afr3/blogs/siowfa12/2012/12/are ‐therapy‐dogs‐effective.html Article discusses the benefits to students at Yale and Harvard when therapy dogs are present in the library

Economy

Society

Government https://www.aspca.org/f ight‐cruelty/advocacy‐ center/state‐animal‐ cruelty‐laws States fine up to $5000.00 Offences to children varies depending on state and how the court classifies the offense.

Research Notes

Topic Results of my research

Someone with a certain addiction is more likely to gamble.

Gambling and alcohol coexist and it may be because of an antisocial behavior. https://www.promises.com/articles/dual‐diagnosis/problem‐ gambling‐alcohol‐abuse/

People who gamble tend to have a low‐self esteem and may be depressed. Gambling has a negative effect on people. http://www.psychologistanywhereanytime.com/addiction_psyc hologist/psychologist_addiction_gambling.htm

People lose around 400 dollars annually in gambling.

http://www.economist.com/ blogs/dailychart/2011/05/ga mbling

Single males aged 18‐29 and 40‐49 are more likely to gamble.

https://www.problemgambli ng.ca/EN/ResourcesForProfe ssionals/Pages/Characteristic sofPeople%20AffectedbyPro blemGambling.aspx

Gambling has increased slightly over the years.

http://www.casinonew sdaily.com/2015/04/22 /the‐future‐of‐the‐ gambling‐industry‐in‐ the‐united‐states/

Legal ages ranges from 18‐21.

http://www.worldcasino directory.com/gambling _age_chart.htm

Research Notes

Topic Results of my research

Less than 1% has a genetic mutation for dementia; otherwise diet and exercise may lower your change of getting dementia.

http://www.alz.org/research/science/alzheimers_prevention_an d_risk.asp

http://www.helpguide.org/articles/alzheimers‐ dementia/alzheimers‐and‐dementia‐prevention.htm

A family caring for a person with dementia can expect to spend 215,000 dollars during the course of the disease.

http://www.usagainstalzhei mers.org/crisis

Only 480 million is being funded towards finding a cure, less than HIV and heart disease.

Your changes increase over the age of 65 (1/14 people) and even more over 80 (1/6).

Women are more likely to get dementia.

https://www.alzheime rs.org.uk/site/scripts/d ocuments_info.php?do cumentID=102

47.5 million people have dementia and there are 7.7 million new cases each year.

http://www.who.int/m ediacentre/factsheets/ fs362/en/

There are 31 disease center for Alzheimer’s, attached is a map.

https://www.nia.nih.gov /alzheimers/alzheimers‐ disease‐research‐centers

Developing Questions for Research Paige Stone

Directions: Identify three (3) topics you are interested in. Under the headings HEALTH (mental, physical, emotional), ECONOMY, SOCIETY (who we are as a society), and GOVERNMENT (legislation, how government operates) Write at least: One (1) thing you know about this topic, One (1) thing you think you know about this topic, and One (1) thing you want to know about this topic. Research information to confirm what you think you know and answer what you want to know. With the information you now have, make a NEW CONNECTION: Write one or two questions relating your original topic to two new topics.

Topic

Health

Economy

Society

Government

NEW Connection

sample:

Dogs

I know dogs are used for therapy. How effective is dog therapy? How much attention is dog therapy being given?

I think pet products is a big industry. I wonder how much is spent on pet health and care? How does the use of dogs in advertisement impact sales of a product or service?

I know dogs are popular pets. I see many ads use dogs. Do movies and celebrities make some breeds popular? Pit Bulls/ Chihuahuas?

I know there are animal cruelty laws. What are they? What is the sentencing in animal cruelty cases? What impact does PITA and animal groups have on legislation?

1.

Abortion

I know there is a certain time frame when abortion becomes unsafe for the woman.

How late is too late to have a procedure?

Our society is struggling to fund planned parenthood and other women’s health clinics, not just for abortions but for other services. How much are they receiving in grants?

I know many people are anti‐abortion. What ratio of anti‐abortionists are men to women or vice versa?

If a woman is killed while pregnant it is considered a double homicide. At what stage in a pregnancy is a fetus considered to have human rights?

I have heard but am not certain, that some animal cruelty sentencing is harsher than child abuse sentencing.

Does society value pets more than kids?

Relating abortion to religion, are there some religions that are pro‐choice?

2.

Affordable Healthcare

I know different plans cover different procedures and areas of healthcare, what plan is most beneficial to the average American?

The market place is supposed to provide affordable plans to Americans, how much are their plans and are they truly “affordable”?

I know not every single citizen currently has health insurance, what percent of our population is uninsured?

I know every citizen needs to have health insurance or they could face a fine. How much is a fine for not being covered?

Relating healthcare to religion, what about the religions that are against seeking health care and rely strictly on prayer for healing?

3.

Tuition Free Education

Do some universities provide health care coverage for their students?

I know tuition free education will help even the playing field between social classes, but how big of gaps can it fill in personal income and class rankings?

I know more Americans are going back to college, but will free education create a wider employee pool and therefore create more competition? How will businesses choose candidates?

I know tuition free education can be a possibility, but what at what expense to taxpayers and the government?

How does the republican and democratic party differ on the idea of free education?

Research Notes

Topic Results of my research Abortion

Topic Results of my research Tuition Free Education

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Economy

Society

Government

http://www.usnews.com/educatio n/best‐ colleges/articles/2012/07/13/heal thcare‐law‐mandates‐major‐ changes‐to‐college‐student‐plans Some universities do provide insurance plans at a cost, usually included in tuition, to their students.

https://www.americanprogress.org/is sues/higher‐ education/report/2015/02/19/105522 /strengthening‐our‐economy‐through‐ college‐for‐all/ Our economy needs educated citizens, the current projection is that by 2020 America will be 5 million short of productive, educated workers.

http://money.usnews.com/money/ blogs/outside‐voices‐ careers/2009/09/14/how‐do‐ employers‐choose‐from‐among‐ many‐great‐candidates Many companies will rely on the fit of the person, not just what they attained in their education but what they can actually bring to the job through their personality and social strengths.

http://www.businessinsider.c om/how‐do‐european‐ countries‐afford‐free‐college‐ 2015‐6 Taxpayers would absorb most of the cost of free tuition, in order to support a growing student body.

http://www.emedicinehealth.com /abortion/page9_em.htm#surgical _abortion 24‐28 weeks is the limit to provide a safe abortion to a woman.

https://www.plannedparenthood.org/ files/7413/9620/1089/AR‐ FY13_111213_vF_rev3_ISSUU.pdf PPP received upwards of 540 million dollars in federal grants and government reimbursements in the year 2013

http://www.politico.com/story/201 5/05/gallup‐poll‐pro‐choice‐pro‐life‐ 118406 54% of men are against abortion compared to 46% of women

http://legal‐ dictionary.thefreedictionary.c om/Fetal+Rights Fetal rights remain with the mother as long as she is not a drug user, up until the beginning of the second trimester.

Research Notes Topic Results of my research Affordable Healthcare

http://www.consumerreports.org/ cro/2012/09/understanding‐ health‐insurance/index.htm There is no perfect plan for any average joe, everyone has different needs and this shows how to customize your plan to fit your health needs.

https://www.healthcare.gov/lower‐ costs/qualifying‐for‐lower‐costs/\ This calculator aides buyers in estimating the cost of their plans through the market place specific to the state they reside in and the size of their family.

http://money.cnn.com/2015/04/13/ news/economy/obamacare‐ uninsured‐gallup/ Just over 10% of Americans are still uninsured.

https://www.healthinsurance .org/obamacare/obamacare‐ penalty‐calculator/ $395 in 2015, jumped to $695 in 2016

Developing Questions for Research Clarinda Warner

Directions: Identify three (3) topics you are interested in. Under the headings HEALTH (mental, physical, emotional), ECONOMY, SOCIETY (who we are as a society), and GOVERNMENT (legislation, how government operates) Write at least: One (1) thing you know about this topic, One (1) thing you think you know about this topic, and One (1) thing you want to know about this topic. Research information to confirm what you think you know and answer what you want to know. With the information you now have, make a NEW CONNECTION: Write one or two questions relating your original topic to two new topics.

Topic sample:

Dogs

Health

Economy

Society

Government

I know dogs are used for therapy. How effective is dog therapy? How much attention is dog therapy being given?

I think pet products is a big industry. I wonder how much is spent on pet health and care? How does the use of dogs in advertisement impact sales of a product or service?

I know dogs are popular pets. I see many ads use dogs. Do movies and celebrities make some breeds popular? Pit Bulls/ Chihuahuas?

I know there are animal cruelty laws. What are they? What is the sentencing in animal cruelty cases? What impact does PITA and animal groups have on legislation?

2.

Drug abuse

people with downs don’t have the opportunity to be out in the workforce like other individuals. There are some places that will hire individuals and pay them piece rate. why isn’t there more opportunities for a job.

People with down syndrome are look upon as monsters in society or by individuals that have never seen a disabled person. People with this disability are just as human as anyone else.

What is actually going on in their mind when certain individuals categorize them.

Being addicted to drugs Drugs are easily found Multiple types of drugs out in society so are addicting. People can causes a lot of financial problems. People with therefore its easier for hide the fact that they the drug to be abused. have a drug issue just to drug problems often hide Drugs are easily abused be able to get a their addiction from their by the wrong people. prescription from the employer. What is so doctor. Why are people important that people cant why do people make so easily addicted to seem to be able to get help drugs so easy to get your these drugs for their addiction hands on.

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People with down Down syndrome syndrome also have a lot of health issues surrounding the disability. How they live life on day to day basis.

And is it true that some people with this disability also have seizures.

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I have heard but am not certain, that some animal cruelty sentencing is harsher than child abuse sentencing.

Does society value pets more than kids?

They are insured through Why is their two state aid, but difficulty different departments being able to get the care when its an adult you need. There is a lot of compared to a child? resources out there for Why is there different individuals with this benefits when it comes disability. If there are more to who can care for these individuals and opportunities for assistance to keep a person still make an honest with this disability living in living. their home It looks like to me that when they government makes drug legal people seem to not make as big of a fuss over trying to get them but they go for more harsh drugs. The penalty for drugs is not that harsh in our state a lot of people go through something

After so many years of being illegal why are drugs now being legalized

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called drug court. Gov. should be more strict

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Alcoholism

A lot of health problems come from drinking, liver failure is a huge one.

Alcohol ruins your liver which causes jaundice.

People aren’t concerned with what happens to their body as long as they have that drink in their hand. What are the rest of the health problems alcohol produces

Economy as a whole seems to ignore alcoholics. People with alcohol problems are just looked at like “another drunk”.

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https://www.aspca.org/fight‐ cruelty/advocacy‐center/state‐ animal‐cruelty‐laws States fine up to $5000.00 Offences to children varies depending on state and how the court classifies the offense.

http://community.babycenter.com/post/a1 0733345/financial_impact_of_down_syndr ome

http://www.bringingthesunshine.com/2011 /10/trick‐or‐treat‐having‐a‐child‐with‐ down‐syndrome‐will‐ruin‐your‐life/

https://www.whitehouse.gov/ondcp/ondcp ‐fact‐sheets/how‐illicit‐drug‐use‐affects‐ business‐and‐the‐economy

http://www.narconon.org/blog/drug‐ addiction/economic‐costs‐drug‐abuse/

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/ PMC1478160/

http://www.ndss.org/Down‐ Syndrome/

http://archives.drugabuse.gov/about /welcome/aboutdrugabuse/magnitu de/

http://alcoholicsvictorious.org/faq/i mpact

http://www.downsyn.com/joo mla/index.php/questions‐ articles/what‐help‐is‐available

http://www.drugabuse.gov/

https://www.government.nl/to pics/alcohol/contents/preventi ng‐alcohol‐abuse‐and‐ alcoholism

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http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/p ubmed/19185195 Study results show benefits to humans in areas of mental health and physical health when therapy dogs are used. http://www.personal.psu.edu/ afr3/blogs/siowfa12/2012/12/ are‐therapy‐dogs‐ effective.html Article discusses the benefits to students at Yale and Harvard when therapy dogs are present in the library http://www.ndss.org/Advocac y/Legislative‐Agenda/Creating‐ an‐Economic‐Future‐for‐ Individuals‐with‐Down‐ Syndrome/

http://www.dseinternational.o rg/en‐us/about‐down‐ syndrome/

http://www.drugabuse.gov/pu blications/drugs‐brains‐ behavior‐science‐ addiction/addiction‐health

http://www.webmd.com/ment al‐ health/addiction/features/12‐ health‐risks‐of‐chronic‐heavy‐ drinking

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Developing Questions for Research Laura Jackan

Directions: Identify three (3) topics you are interested in. Under the headings HEALTH (mental, physical, emotional), ECONOMY, SOCIETY (who we are as a society), and GOVERNMENT (legislation, how government operates) Write at least: One (1) thing you know about this topic, One (1) thing you think you know about this topic, and One (1) thing you want to know about this topic. Research information to confirm what you think you know and answer what you want to know. With the information you now have, make a NEW CONNECTION: Write one or two questions relating your original topic to two new topics.

Topic

Health

Economy

Society

Government

NEW Connection

sample:

Dogs

I know dogs are used for therapy. How effective is dog therapy? How much attention is dog therapy being given?

I think pet products is a big industry. I wonder how much is spent on pet health and care? How does the use of dogs in advertisement impact sales of a product or service?

I know dogs are popular pets. I see many ads use dogs. Do movies and celebrities make some breeds popular? Pit Bulls/ Chihuahuas?

I know there are animal cruelty laws. What are they? What is the sentencing in animal cruelty cases? What impact does PITA and animal groups have on legislation?

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Diabetes

I know there are different types of diabetes. I think doctors can diagnosis the disease by looking at your feet. What can you do if you are pre‐ diabetic? What is best to eat at meal time?

I know there are support groups in our area. I think anyone could join. Is there a diabetes support group in our community?

What other resources are available in our community to help with diabetes?

I know there are government resources available in regards to diabetes. I think there are local government agencies that can offer help to diabetics. What do these programs do to help diabetics?

I have heard but am not certain, that some animal cruelty sentencing is harsher than child abuse sentencing.

Does society value pets more than kids?

I have heard diabetes can cause other health problems. Were army veterans exposed to things that made them get diabetes? Are drug companies taking advantage of a person who has diabetes?

I know there are many people in society that still enjoy trains. I think there is a model train group in our area. How big is the enthusiasm for model trains in our country? Do people from other countries travel more by train than we do in the United States?

I know there are a lot of regulations in place for the railroad to follow. I think the government in other countries also has guide‐ lines for railroad safety.

How has government regulations changed thru the years? How much is our local government involved with the railroads?

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Trains

I know there are products on the market to test your blood. I think there must be products you can use without a prescription.

What can you use to test your blood? Are there natural products that you can use to lower your sugar?

I know trains are a big I know there are different types of trains. I industry. I think trains can think Amtrak is the only boost a community’s passenger train left. Are economy. What impact do there any health trains have on a country’s concerns caused by economy? How does a trains? Do trains cause train derailment impact a noise pollution? local economy?

I have heard about people being killed by a train. How often do people use a train to take their own life?

Does society value the feelings of railroad employees?

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Autism

I know there are different levels of autism. I think autism can be diagnosed at any age. How early can a child be diagnosed as autistic? Does autism cause other health problems?

Autism has a big impact on our economy. I think it could be an economic strain on a family who has an autistic member. Do people who have autism require expense medications? Does autism have an effect on a school budget?

Autism is a part of our society. I think autism support is high in our society. What names of organizations can you go to for help with autism?

How many people in our society are autistic?

I know government has to be involved with autism.

I’m not sure what types of help are available for people with autism. What organizations can you go to for help? What do government studies say about autism?

I would think that autism would put a strain on the whole family. Could something in our society cause autism?

Does the government benefit from requiring vaccinations?

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https://www.nlm.nih.gov/m edlineplus/prediabetes.html Thirty minutes of exercise a day can improve your body’s insulin. http://www.cdc.gov/diabete s/managing/eatright.html Watching your diet can help you control your blood sugar.

http://www.fda.gov/medicaldevices/productsandme dicalprocedures/InVitroDiagnostics/GlucoseTestingD evices/default.htm A blood glucose monitoring device can be used to test your blood sugar. http://www.diabetes.co.uk/Diabetes‐herbal.html There are several different types of herbal therapies available to help lower your sugar.

http://unitedways211. blogspot.com/2012/01 /support‐groups‐ meetings‐ wisconsin.html The last Tuesday of each month there is a Diabetes Support Group meeting at 7:00 p.m. at Aspirus Hospital in Wisconsin Rapids. http://aspirus.org/Rive rview‐Hospital/Our‐ Services/Diabetes‐ Education‐Nutrition‐ Counseling‐293.aspx Asprius Riverview Hospital offers education and nutrition services to people with diabetes.

http://www.diabetes.org/living‐with‐ diabetes/health‐ insurance/prescription‐ assistance.html?referrer=https://ww w.google.com/ Prescription assistance is available for people that qualify for this service.

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https://www.fra.dot.gov/Page/P0362 The United States freight rail network is a 60 billion dollar industry. https://stateimpact.npr.org/pennsylvania/2014/11/2 5/govt‐data‐sharpens‐focus‐on‐crude‐oil‐train‐ routes/ Train derailments can impact the environment which in turn causes economic impact with a derailment.

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http://www3.epa.gov/region 1/eco/diesel/health_effects. html Diesel exhaust from trains can cause health problems. http://www.epa.gov/clean‐ air‐act‐overview/title‐iv‐ noise‐pollution Noise pollution can cause health problems for millions of people.

https://www.autismspeaks.o rg/blog/2013/03/15/how‐ early‐can‐autism‐be‐ diagnosed Signs of autism may be seen at six months, but the earliest diagnosis would be 18 months of age. http://www.mychildwithoutli mits.org/understand/autism/ common‐health‐problems‐ in‐autistic‐children/ Sensory problems, seizures, and mentally challenged can be other health concerns for a person with autism.

http://www.webmd.com/brain/autism/medications‐ for‐autism Medication plays a role in autism, but mainly to keep a child from injury. http://www.edutopia.org/autism‐school‐special‐ needs Autism is the biggest concern in a school system’s budget.

http://www.nmra.org/ There is interest in our society for model trains. This website would give information, but I would have had to join to get information. http://travel.nationalge ographic.com/travel/to p‐10/trains/ This article gives information on the top 10 train rides in the world.

http://www.researcha utism.org/ Organization for Autism Research has spent 3.5 million on research and published guides for the life journey with Autism. http://www.autism‐ society.org/what‐ is/facts‐and‐statistics/ The statistic on a child being born autistic is 1 out of 68.

https://people.hofstra.edu/geotrans/ eng/ch9en/appl9en/ch9a1en.html Changes in government regulations have made the train industry more profitable. http://www.wisconsinrapidstribune.c om/story/news/investigations/2015/ 08/10/trains‐block‐roads‐lives‐‐ regulations‐stall/31135593/ Area residents contact government officials in regards to the railroad blocking city streets.

http://www.hhs.gov/programs/topic‐ sites/autism/index.html This website contains information on symptoms, research, treatments, causes, risks, and screenings on autism. https://www.disabilityscoop.com/20 15/10/27/government‐study‐ autism/20907/ Government studies suggest that autism is being overdiagnosed.

Developing Questions for Research Danielle Harper

Directions: Identify three (3) topics you are interested in. Under the headings HEALTH (mental, physical, emotional), ECONOMY, SOCIETY (who we are as a society), and GOVERNMENT (legislation, how government operates) Write at least: One (1) thing you know about this topic, One (1) thing you think you know about this topic, and One (1) thing you want to know about this topic. Research information to confirm what you think you know and answer what you want to know. With the information you now have, make a NEW CONNECTION: Write one or two questions relating your original topic to two new topics.

Topic

Health

Economy

Society

Government

NEW Connection

sample:

Dogs

I know dogs are used for therapy. How effective is dog therapy? How much attention is dog therapy being given?

I think pet products is a big industry. I wonder how much is spent on pet health and care? How does the use of dogs in advertisement impact sales of a product or service?

I know dogs are popular pets. I see many ads use dogs. Do movies and celebrities make some breeds popular? Pit Bulls/ Chihuahuas?

I know there are animal cruelty laws. What are they? What is the sentencing in animal cruelty cases? What impact does PITA and animal groups have on legislation?

1.

Medical marijuana

I know this can be used to help people with pain and medical issues. How is it to say someone won’t get addicted to it?

How long are they allowed to use it for and what purpose?

How does this affect the animal and people itself when they see and abused animal? Who will have to pay the bill of the animals medical needs?

What kind of cost will this put on the economy? Is it really the best option?

What other options can one look at when it comes to pain control?

Considering people use marijuana other than for medical purposes, how will this affect how others see them? What impact will it have on society?

What are the actually laws for one getting this for medical purposes? What will someone get out of it for wrongfully using it and what will be the punishment?

I have heard but am not certain, that some animal cruelty sentencing is harsher than child abuse sentencing.

Does society value pets more than kids?

Is it really a necessity to legalize medical marijuana? Won’t this impair their judgement on all levels?

How much will animal care cost for an animal that has no home? Who will have to pay for the medical expenses for that animal?

If someone takes the animal in, do they get some kind of funding for doing so?

How do others view the person(s) responsible for the act of cruelty? What will society do to the individual that caused harm to the animal?

Its punishable by law, but how do they know the extent of the punishment?

How do they take the steps to convict the person(s) responsible?

2.

Animal cruelty

Why does society have different laws regarding abuse of an animal or another person? How can we ensure this won’t happen anymore?

Research Notes

How does the state deem who is necessary allowed medical help?

What qualifications to they take into consideration for it?

3.

State help

How much of an impact does this have the economy? What is the portion that they have to pay to ensure people to have insurance or what not?

How does society see people who have state help? Do they think less of them? Why do they get a bad reputation if they do receive state help?

If someone lies or is not fully truthful about the situation they are in what is the punishment? If someone does drugs how are they allowed to receive state help?

In order to work u have to have a drug test, so should people that receive state help, why don’t they? What can we do to reduce the amount of people in low income places?

Topic Results of my research

Sample Results of my research

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http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19185195

Study results show benefits to humans in areas of mental health and physical health when therapy dogs are used. http://www.personal.psu.edu/afr3/blogs/siowfa12/2012/12/are‐ therapy‐dogs‐effective.html Article discusses the benefits to students at Yale and Harvard when therapy dogs are present in the library

https://www.aspca.org/fight‐ cruelty/advocacy‐center/state‐ animal‐cruelty‐laws States fine up to $5000.00 Offences to children varies depending on state and how the court classifies the offense.

Topic Results of my research

Research Notes

Developing Questions for Research Heather Gustin

Directions: Identify three (3) topics you are interested in. Under the headings HEALTH (mental, physical, emotional), ECONOMY, SOCIETY (who we are as a society), and GOVERNMENT (legislation, how government operates) Write at least: One (1) thing you know about this topic, One (1) thing you think you know about this topic, and One (1) thing you want to know about this topic. Research information to confirm what you think you know and answer what you want to know. With the information you now have, make a NEW CONNECTION: Write one or two questions relating your original topic to two new topics.

Topic

Health

Economy

Society

Government

NEW Connection

sample:

Dogs

I know dogs are used for therapy. How effective is dog therapy? How much attention is dog therapy being given?

I think pet products is a big industry. I wonder how much is spent on pet health and care? How does the use of dogs in advertisement impact sales of a product or service?

I know dogs are popular pets. I see many ads use dogs. Do movies and celebrities make some breeds popular? Pit Bulls/ Chihuahuas?

I know there are animal cruelty laws. What are they? What is the sentencing in animal cruelty cases? What impact does PITA and animal groups have on legislation?

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Food

Trendy “mail” food programs are popping up where fresh whole foods are boxed as all ingredients to a meal and mailed to your door.

Media and healthy foods, diets are a huge push.

Are safer cars doing better How often do vehicle Over the past many sales in the economy? How advertisements focus on years, we have put a does the safety rating of a safety? Is safety the huge emphasis in America on the safety of car affect its sales rate? biggest trend when it vehicles and their comes to purchasing a passengers. How new vehicle? Electric cars affective are these safety and environmental measures? friendliness?

How do video games Video game companies There is argument that kids playing video games such as EA games and their impact our society? What for a prolonged period of stock prices. Are these is the impact on time is damaging to their companies flourishing? children? Some link health. Being sedentary Video game sales and the violent gun crimes to holidays? is harmful. video games.

I have heard but am not certain, that some animal cruelty sentencing is harsher than child abuse sentencing.

Does society value pets more than kids?

Our society as a whole seems to be leaning towards the “whole, farm fresh” attitude of food. So then why are we allowing small farms to fail? Shouldn’t they be flourishing?

How important is the safety of a vehicle during the purchase process? Does the safety of a vehicle effect the economic impacts of vehicle sales?

How do video games effect our children in today’s society? Do video games effect them in a negative or positive way?

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Cars

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Video Games

I know America is putting a huge emphasis on “superfoods” and healthy, natural foods.

There is also a huge emphasis on dieting right now.

Food is a huge driving factor in the economy.

Many farms are failing due to growing costs. “Farm to Table” is a growing trend.

The government holds many programs for nutrition assistance for needy families.

How much emphasis does government put on the safety of vehicles?

Government safety rating?

What about electric cars and the environment?

Government rating regulations on video games. Has the government proposed any further regulations?

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Cars Results of my research

Food Results of my research

Economy http://www.sustainabletable.org/491/ food‐economics States figures of how local economies suffer from farms folding. For every

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http://www.nutrition.gov/food‐ assistance‐programs Outlines all of the food assistance programs there are

https://content.sierraclub.org/evguide/ Electric vehicles

http://www.iihs.org/iihs/ratings Vehicle safety ratings

dollar the farm spends, a percentage remains in the local economy, contributing to the economic health of the community.

http://www.nhtsa.gov/La ws‐Regs Safety of vehicles

Research Notes Video Games Results of my research

http://www.video‐game‐ addiction.org/physical‐ consequences.html Article showing many negative health effects of video gaming.

http://www.apa.org/monitor/2014/02/ video‐game.aspx Study that shows positive impacts on video games and children

http://www.entmerch.org/govern ment‐relations/ema‐position‐ statements/regulation‐of‐violent‐ video.html#.VqOlrvm‐mko Discusses video game government regulation

Developing Questions for Research Kannan Bentley

Directions: Identify three (3) topics you are interested in. Under the headings HEALTH (mental, physical, emotional), ECONOMY, SOCIETY (who we are as a society), and GOVERNMENT (legislation, how government operates) Write at least: One (1) thing you know about this topic, One (1) thing you think you know about this topic, and One (1) thing you want to know about this topic. Research information to confirm what you think you know and answer what you want to know. With the information you now have, make a NEW CONNECTION: Write one or two questions relating your original topic to two new topics.

Topic

Health

Economy

Society

Government

I know dogs are used for therapy. How effective is dog therapy? How much attention is dog therapy being given?

I think pet products is a big industry. I wonder how much is spent on pet health and care? How does the use of dogs in advertisement impact sales of a product or service?

I know dogs are popular pets. I see many ads use dogs. Do movies and celebrities make some breeds popular? Pit Bulls/ Chihuahuas?

I know there are animal cruelty laws. What are they? What is the sentencing in animal cruelty cases? What impact does PITA and animal groups have on legislation?

1. Video Games I know video games can be very effective to a Childs brain. How much do video games impact on a Childs brain

I think video game is a booming industry. I wonder how many video games are sold each year.

How much in advertising do they spend a year?

I know that every child has at least some time of video game? Do movies promote video games with positive or a negative effect?

I have heard but am not certain, that some animal cruelty sentencing is harsher than child abuse sentencing.

Does society value pets more than kids?

I have heard that video I know there is a law against people selling video games can take a huge game improperly. What is impact on a child or the punishment for this teenagers life. Does society view video games to help kids?

2. Gun rights

I know people carry around guns to protect their health. How many states allow personal carry and which ones?

I know the gun sales have a big impact on the economy. How many guns were sold in 2015? Which gun was sold the most?

I know from where I’m from everyone seems to have a gun. Do guns create a big conflict in society?

I know in Wisconsin it is legal to carry a concealed carry. What is the fine for not have a concealed carry license?

I have heard that many other states allow concealed carry. So why do people look at guns so badly?

3. sleep

I know on average human needs about 8 hrs a sleep a day. How many of the hours do they need REM sleep?

I know health companies can benefit off sleep aids.

How much a year do people spend on sleep aid material?

I know sleep is a huge thing to get to start off your day right. I want to know how people function who get that 8 hrs of sleep and people who don’t

I really don’t think there’s a law against sleep. But if there is I would to know what it is?

I heard that anyone can benefit from sleep.

Why do people look so rough in the morning?

sample:

Dogs

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Research Notes

Topic Results of my research

Sample Results of my research

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Economy

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http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19185195 Study results show benefits to humans in areas of mental health and physical health when therapy dogs are used. http://www.personal.psu.edu/afr3/blogs/siowfa12/2012/ 12/are‐therapy‐dogs‐effective.html Article discusses the benefits to students at Yale and Harvard when therapy dogs are present in the library

https://www.aspca.org/fi ght‐cruelty/advocacy‐ center/state‐animal‐ cruelty‐laws States fine up to $5000.00 Offences to children varies depending on state and how the court classifies the offense.

http://www.dana.org/Cerebrum/2009/Video_Games_Affe ct_the_Brain%E2%80%94for_Better_and_Worse/ A study has shown that kids who play violent video games tend to be more violent and unwilling to behave.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Concealed_carry_in_the_Un ited_States All fifty states allow concealed carry

http://www.theesa.com/wp‐ content/uploads/2015/04/ESA‐ Essential‐Facts‐2015.pdf About 155 million people on average play video games. IGA is expected to reach over 1 billion dollars in 2016 for advertising http://www.nationalreview.com /corner/425272/americans‐ bought‐half‐many‐guns‐ september‐are‐owned‐all‐ australia‐charles‐c‐w‐cooke Around 15. 2 million guns were sold in 2015

https://www.psychologyt oday.com/blog/inside‐ out‐outside‐ in/201212/violent‐video‐ games‐and‐movies‐ causing‐violent‐behavior a study from Eugene V.

https://www.congress.go v/bill/113th‐ congress/house‐bill/287

Beresin, M.D a professor from Harvard has said that movies play impact on the video game world

prohibits anyone from selling or renting a game under 18 and is a hefty $5,000 fine

http://www.criminaldefe nselawyer.com/crime‐ penalties/federal/Carryin g‐Concealed‐ Weapon.htm Fines and punishment varies between states

Research Notes

Topic Results of my research

http://business.time.com/2013/ http://www.helpguide.org/articles/sleep/how‐much‐ sleep‐do‐you‐need.htm typically you need at least 2 hours 01/28/the‐sleep‐industry‐why‐ of rem sleep were‐paying‐big‐bucks‐for‐ something‐thats‐free/ the sleep industry has made over 32 billion dollars

https://sleepfoundation.o rg/how‐sleep‐works/how‐ much‐sleep‐do‐we‐really‐ need people who sleep the full 8 hrs tend to be cognitively thinking all day while people who didn’t tend to have brain farts

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Developing Questions for Research Katie McDonald

Directions: Identify three (3) topics you are interested in. Under the headings HEALTH (mental, physical, emotional), ECONOMY, SOCIETY (who we are as a society), and GOVERNMENT (legislation, how government operates) Write at least: One (1) thing you know about this topic, One (1) thing you think you know about this topic, and One (1) thing you want to know about this topic. Research information to confirm what you think you know and answer what you want to know. With the information you now have, make a NEW CONNECTION: Write one or two questions relating your original topic to two new topics.

Topic

Health

Economy

Society

Government

NEW Connection

sample:

Dogs

I know dogs are used for therapy. How effective is dog therapy? How much attention is dog therapy being given?

I think pet products is a big industry. I wonder how much is spent on pet health and care? How does the use of dogs in advertisement impact sales of a product or service?

I know dogs are popular pets. I see many ads use dogs. Do movies and celebrities make some breeds popular? Pit Bulls/ Chihuahuas?

I know there are animal cruelty laws. What are they? What is the sentencing in animal cruelty cases? What impact does PITA and animal groups have on legislation?

1.

Wolves

What type of health do the wolves have now that they are considered over populated? Are they struggling to eat?

With the livestock being killed how much is this costing farmers? Are food prices going to go up?

Do the wolves hold up to the rumors? Are they really as bad as the media shows them to be?

Who makes the choice for them to be endangered?

What does the government do to protect the wolves?

I have heard but am not certain, that some animal cruelty sentencing is harsher than child abuse sentencing.

Does society value pets more than kids?

Are wolves populating the rural areas?

2.

Children Obesity

What is the average weight of children now compared to 10 years ago. Are more kids being told they have ADHD or diabetes?

What is the cost of healthy food compared to fruits and veggies? Have fast foods lower prices on fatty food compared to healthy foods?

Are we being over sensitive with weight in children? Or is the norm causing children to gain weight more than the past?

What is the government doing to help this problem? How often are the changes made to the guidelines?

Are parents making excuses for their children being overweight? Or are we over diagnosing?

3.

ADHD in children under 12

What test have to be done for a child to be diagnosed?

How much money does this cost a family?

Are we over diagnosing children? Are there other ways to control this besides meds?

Should the government have stricter laws with medication? What laws are in place to stop from children getting to much medication on once?

Can the kids eat a better diet at school and home to help control the ADHD?

Research Notes

Topic Results of my research

Sample Results of my research

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http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19185195 Study results show benefits to humans in areas of mental health and physical health when therapy dogs are used. http://www.personal.psu.edu/afr3/blogs/siowfa12/201 2/12/are‐therapy‐dogs‐effective.html Article discusses the benefits to students at Yale and Harvard when therapy dogs are present in the library

https://www.aspca.org/fi ght‐cruelty/advocacy‐ center/state‐animal‐ cruelty‐laws States fine up to $5000.00 Offences to children varies depending on state and how the court classifies the offense.

1 in 3 children in the united states between the ages 2‐ 19 are considered overweight. Over weight puts children at risk for high risk health problems as they get older. www.healthiergeneration.org/about_childhood_obesity

Children and families have easier access to unhealthy food. Social media is making a huge impact on what child want to make for food choices. Parents with financial problems might have a harder time focusing making healthy choices. http://www.iccr.org/our‐ issues/food‐safety‐and‐ sustainability/access‐nutrition

In the past 30 years child obesity has quadrupled.

Ages 6‐11 went up from 7% in 1980 to 18% in 2012. http://www.cdc.gov/healthys chools/obesity/facts.htm

The term over weight is “having excess body weight for a particular height from fat, muscle, bone, water, or a combination of these factors.” http://www.cdc.gov/heal thyschools/obesity/facts. htm

Research Notes Topic Results of my research

3 to 9% school‐aged children might have ADAD. The symptoms will vary from child to child. It can cause inattention, hyperactivity, impulsivity.

Medication can cost between $15‐$197. It could be more but matters on the strength of the medication. http://consumerhealthchoices .org/wp‐ content/uploads/2012/08/BB D‐ADHD‐Full.pdf

Only 70‐80% of children respond to medication alone, outside help was needed to help the other percent. http://consumer.healthday.c om/encyclopedia/children‐s‐ health‐10/child‐ development‐news‐ 124/attention‐deficit‐ hyperactivity‐disorder‐ages‐ 6‐to‐12‐645999.html

Canada had to pull off the drug Adderall, because it was causing stroke in children and adults. It’s back out now with warning labels. http://consumer.healthd ay.com/encyclopedia/chil dren‐s‐health‐10/child‐ development‐news‐ 124/attention‐deficit‐ hyperactivity‐disorder‐ ages‐6‐to‐12‐ 645999.html

Developing Questions for Research Kenny Bell

Directions: Identify three (3) topics you are interested in. Under the headings HEALTH (mental, physical, emotional), ECONOMY, SOCIETY (who we are as a society), and GOVERNMENT (legislation, how government operates) Write at least: One (1) thing you know about this topic, One (1) thing you think you know about this topic, and One (1) thing you want to know about this topic. Research information to confirm what you think you know and answer what you want to know. With the information you now have, make a NEW CONNECTION: Write one or two questions relating your original topic to two new topics.

Topic

Health

Economy

Society

Government

NEW Connection

sample:

Dogs

I know dogs are used for therapy. How effective is dog therapy? How much attention is dog therapy being given?

I think pet products is a big industry. I wonder how much is spent on pet health and care? How does the use of dogs in advertisement impact sales of a product or service?

I know dogs are popular pets. I see many ads use dogs. Do movies and celebrities make some breeds popular? Pit Bulls/ Chihuahuas?

I know there are animal cruelty laws. What are they? What is the sentencing in animal cruelty cases? What impact does PITA and animal groups have on legislation?

1.Marijuana

I know marijuana has health benefits. What ways marijuana helps people with depression and anxiety? How does marijuana use as treatment compare to antidepressants?

I know marijuana legalization could be a benefit to the economy.

What type of jobs could be created if legalization occurred? How much money in taxes could be made from marijuana?

I know marijuana use and legalization is a controversial subject. Are all people who are in favor of legalization marijuana users? How many people on average in WI believe it should be legal?

I have heard but am not certain, that some animal cruelty sentencing is harsher than child abuse sentencing.

Does society value pets more than kids?

Many states are considering legalization of marijuana in some form. What steps does a state have to do to make weed legal, whether recreational or medical?

2. alcohol

Alcohol can have serious health life long lasting effects on your body.

How does alcohol damage your body? How many drinks does it take for permanent damage to begin?

Alcohol is something that has a highly profitable market. What jobs does the alcohol industry create? How much money does the alcohol industry bring in yearly?

I know marijuana is illegal on a federal level, with legalization of medical and recreational use and decimalization is on a state, county, or city level in certain areas. Why is it the law regarding marijuana vary depending on location? How much money would the justice system save by not having to jail or prosecute for weed crimes?

I know drinking alcohol is The consumption of alcohol is legal with several widely considered socially acceptable. What rules on a federal level. percent of America What rules does the drinks or has drank at government enforce for some point in their life? those who drink? Why is In what ways does the drinking age law in alcohol effect our place? society?

Alcohol is a highly addictive substance and widely used and socially accepted with no medical benefits.

Why alcohol is a legal drug and marijuana isn’t?

Research Notes

3. cigarettes

Smoking has immediate harmful effects. Why they are cigarettes bad for your health? How does smoking effect your body?

I know smoking is a profitable industry. How much money is spent on cigarettes? Whom gains the most profit in the cigarette industry?

Smoking cigarettes is done by many people of all ages and social groups. Why is smoking done by so many? Why did places start making illegal to smoke in public places?

Smoking is considered legal after a person because 18.

Are there any other federal laws other than age in regards to cigarettes? Why cigarettes are legal regardless of is drug components?

Cigarettes are highly addictive and contain many chemicals. How many chemicals are found in cigarettes?

Sample Results of my research

Topi c

Health http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19185195 Study results show benefits to humans in areas of mental health and physical health when therapy dogs are used. http://www.personal.psu.edu/afr3/blogs/siowfa12/20 12/12/are‐therapy‐dogs‐effective.html Article discusses the benefits to students at Yale and Harvard when therapy dogs are present in the library

Economy

Society

Government https://www.aspca.org/ fight‐cruelty/advocacy‐ center/state‐animal‐ cruelty‐laws States fine up to $5000.00 Offences to children varies depending on state and how the court classifies the offense.

Research Notes

Topic Results of my research

Topic Results of my research

http://www.medicaldaily.com/marijuana‐depression‐ treatment‐rat‐study‐suggests‐it‐can‐alleviate‐chronic‐ stress‐321318 Study show marijuana use can relieve stress therefore can help with depression that’s caused by stress. Other studies for other types of depression haven’t been effectively studied due to the illegality. Many people report personal experiences of it helping however. A chemical found in the human brain is similar to one found in marijuana. https://patients4medicalmarijuana.wordpress.com/m edical‐use‐of‐cannabis‐video/marijuana‐for‐ depression‐bipolar/ Marijuana in some studies has been found to help with brain function and contains similar natural chemicals found in the brain verses artificial chemicals.

Marijuana has none of the negative possible side effects that anti‐depressants have. http://www.niaaa.nih.gov/alcohol‐health/alcohols‐ effects‐body Alcohol has immediate negative effects on the body including elevated blood pressure, weakened muscles, but many long term damage as well such as cancer, damage to heart, liver, brain, pancreas, and immune system. http://pubs.niaaa.nih.gov/publications/aa63/aa63.htm Damage can begin after just one drink. Not just on brain and liver but one drink can cause elevated blood pressure which can lead to stroke and heart attack which can kill you or leave you with permanent damage.

http://naturalsociety.com/colo rados‐marijuana‐legalization‐ creates‐10000‐new‐jobs/ In Colorado where marijuana has been legalized for recreational use it has created a huge new job market. It has created employment opportunity as growers, harvesters, people who sell it, jobs for researching benefits, hemp products, and more. http://time.com/4037604/colo rado‐marijuana‐tax‐revenue/ Legalization has the potential to bring in a huge amount of tax revenue. In Colorado 70million dollars in tax dollars was gained in just 1 year.

http://www.niaaa.nih.gov/al cohol‐health/overview‐ alcohol‐ consumption/alcohol‐facts‐ and‐statistics In 2013 86.8 % of people surveyed 18 and older have drank at some point. http://www.madd.org/under age‐drinking/why21/ The 21 drinking age is said to be in place because the extra time for young people to mature causes fewer crashes and death caused by drinking.

Kaitlin Livernash

Topic sample:

Dogs

1.

Abortion

Health

Economy

Society

Government

NEW Connection

I know dogs are used for therapy. How effective is dog therapy? How much attention is dog therapy being given?

I think pet products is a big industry. I wonder how much is spent on pet health and care.

How does the use of dogs in advertisement impact sales of a product or service?

I know dogs are popular pets. I see many ads use dogs.

Do movies and celebrities make some breeds popular?

Pit Bulls/ Chihuahuas?

I know there are animal cruelty laws. What are they? What is the sentencing in animal cruelty cases? What impact does PITA and animal groups have on legislation?

I have heard but am not certain, that some animal cruelty sentencing is harsher than child abuse sentencing.

I think abortion is a large industry across the US. I wonder what the cost of an abortion is and what happens to the fetus? How do abortions benefit the economy does it save money as this increases?

I know abortion is a popular method to rid of a fetus. I see many brochures at local hospitals on abortion. Does teen pregnancy make getting an abortion a norm from this being unwanted?

I know there are large government debates on making abortion illegal. I wonder if abortion will ever become illegal in many states. What would be the benefits on getting rid of abortion completely?

I have heard but am not sure, that abortion should not be an option due to it not being the mother’s choice but the unborn fetuses.

Does society really believe that an unborn fetus should have a choice and that the right should be taken away from the mother?

I know abortion is used to terminate an unwanted fetus. Does abortion cause a lot of risks for women?

How much attention do these risks get?

Does society value pets more than kids?

2.

Abuse of women

3.

Bullying

I know a lot of women get abused domestically. How much attention is given towards women being abused? I wonder how this effects women’s emotional health.

I know there are shelters for women who get abused worldwide. I wonder what the costs are to keep this large industry of shelters for women available. How much do these shelters impact a change in this happening?

I know women getting abused is common and most times pushed to the side. I see many pamphlets around restrooms and businesses on domestic abuse. Does media have an impact on women getting abused?

I know there are domestic abuse laws.

What are the different laws on domestic abuse towards women? I wonder if domestic abuse could decrease or the laws could be more enforced. How could the law try to enforce the stop of domestic abuse towards women?

I have heard but am not sure, that domestic abuse is becoming more ignored and more women are not reporting it due to the officials not listening.

Does society really ignore domestic abuse against women because they don’t want to look weak?

I know bullying is increasing. How much attention does bullying receive? Has bullying increased suicide rates?

I know bullying happens worldwide. I wonder how much is spent on therapy or suicide costs of victims.

How does bullying affect the economy from suicide or therapy?

I know bullying happens in public and online. I’ve witnessed bullying or see posters to stop it.

Does media or peers increase bullying?

I know there are some laws on bullying. What are the laws on bullying?

What impact do schools or society have on preventing bullying?

How can bullying be prevented or lessened?

I have heard but am not sure, that suicide rates increasing have to do with bullying.

Does society really value ignoring bullying because they don’t know how to prevent it?

Developing Questions for Research Melissa Klumb

Directions: Identify three (3) topics you are interested in. Under the headings HEALTH (mental, physical, emotional), ECONOMY, SOCIETY (who we are as a society), and GOVERNMENT (legislation, how government operates) Write at least: One (1) thing you know about this topic, One (1) thing you think you know about this topic, and One (1) thing you want to know about this topic. Research information to confirm what you think you know and answer what you want to know. With the information you now have, make a NEW CONNECTION: Write one or two questions relating your original topic to two new topics.

Topic

Health

Economy

Society

Government

sample:

Dogs

I know dogs are used for therapy. How effective is dog therapy? How much attention is dog therapy being given?

I think pet products is a big industry. I wonder how much is spent on pet health and care? How does the use of dogs in advertisement impact sales of a product or service?

I know dogs are popular pets. I see many ads use dogs. Do movies and celebrities make some breeds popular? Pit Bulls/ Chihuahuas?

I know there are animal cruelty laws. What are they? What is the sentencing in animal cruelty cases? What impact does PITA and animal groups have on legislation?

1.

Tattoos

I think tattoos artists are sort of seen as independent artists making a living doing their craft.

What sort of finances come into owning a shop? What is a common amount of earnings?

I know veganism is seen I know that ‘health’ foods are much more expensive a very healthy life style to life. How can someone due to the special do it in a budget so they ingredients in them. Would get the proper outcome? more people on this life What happens when style boost the agricultural transitioning from the economy system? old to the new diet?

I know they’re becoming more acceptable to have but still not in a lot of work places. Why aren’t they accepted in a more professional setting?

2.

Veganism

I know they’re a more popular form of body modification. How did they become society?

Where do tattoos come from? What are popular ones to get?

I know it tends to be seen a fad diet. What would happen if more people would go onto this life style? How much animal cruelty would stop from the switch?

NEW Connection

I have heard but am not certain, that some animal cruelty sentencing is harsher than child abuse sentencing.

Does society value pets more than kids?

I know there are certain In what work places specifications needed to be are they acceptable? able to tattoo. What are Why do they have a those specifications? How negative stigma? done one come to obtain them?

I know the meat industry will have a huge impact if more people were on this lifestyle. Would there be new laws towards that industry? Would commercial fishing and factory farming be something the eventually becomes illegal?

What would be the benefits if veganism became the norm?

Would the environment/climate change benefit from this?

Research Notes

3.

Video Games

I know there’s warnings before many titles warning pertaining to seizures and not to play if one has a heart condition. How to video games in the psychological health of people? How do they impact the physical health of people?

I know the video game industry has been growing for the past couple decades. What sort of profit do companies like Game Stop make? What makes a game a loss for a company?

I know there’s a rating system that must be in place for the games. What brought those laws into action? What does a game need to have a specific rating? Why aren’t people under 17/18 allowed to buy ‘rated mature’ games?

I know it’s seen as almost a childish thing to do.

There are also people that think it leads to extreme violence in our youth. Why do rated mature or violent games have such a negative stigma when younger people aren’t even supposed to play them?

Are parents to blame for exposing their youngsters to extreme violents?

Do video games really lead to having more violent youths? Are they considering a modern art form? How does one become a video game designer?

Sample Results of my research

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Health http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/ 19185195 Study results show benefits to humans in areas of mental health and physical health when therapy dogs are used. http://www.personal.psu.edu/afr3/blo gs/siowfa12/2012/12/are‐therapy‐ dogs‐effective.html Article discusses the benefits to students at Yale and Harvard when therapy dogs are present in the library

Economy

Society

Government https://www.aspca.org/fight‐ cruelty/advocacy‐ center/state‐animal‐cruelty‐ laws States fine up to $5000.00 Offences to children varies depending on state and how the court classifies the offense.

Research Notes

Topic Results of my research

http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy‐ lifestyle/adult‐health/in‐depth/tattoos‐ and‐piercings/art‐20045067

Tattoos could cause allergic reactions depending on the inks used. Skin infections can also take place if proper aftercare isn’t applied during the healing process. Proper hygiene on the equipment is necessary. Since the machine used goes into the skin, it can draw blood. Exposure to other peoples’ blood can cause diseases such as hepatitis B, hepatitis C and tetanus.

http://tattooing101.com/the‐4‐secrets‐to‐a‐ successful‐tattoo‐business/

The ways to become a success shop are to have a good location, know your business plan, sticking to said plan, then making sure rent for the stop is paid along with meeting the proper health standards.

http://metro.co.uk/20 15/04/13/21‐reasons‐ tattoos‐are‐wrong‐ and‐must‐be‐stopped‐ 5148427/

The opinions article states that tattoos make you look like you’re not a serious person, they prevent you from having a job and many people are scared to get them due to the pain. It is biased due to the author but it does show some opinions fuels by society.

http://www.ncsl.org/researc h/health/tattooing‐and‐ body‐piercing.aspx

In Wisconsin, tattoo artists are required to renew their licenses, be inspected before a license is issued, and people under 18 cannot learn to tattoo or be given a tattoo.

Research Notes

Topic Results of my research

http://www.nursingdegree.net/blog/19 /57‐health‐benefits‐of‐going‐vegan/

Going vegan reduces the risk of many diseases including heart disease, type 2 diabetes, prostate cancer, arthritis, and also helps with blood pressure.

It also helps with body odor, weight loss, allergies, PMS, migraines, having healthier skin and energy.

http://www.ces.uc.pt/myces/UserFiles/encontros/ 1097_veganomics%20poster.pdf

Being vegan is apparently more efficient versus things like factory farming and commercial fishing.

It helps lower carbon emissions and it’s more sustainable in terms of environment condition.

http://www.peta.org/l iving/food/14‐steps‐ will‐evolve‐views‐ eating‐animals/

From the point of view of a vegan community, it is a better choice considering the health of animals. They views us as not natural meat eaters due to our body’s composition.

There’s also a stigma against the vegan community with them not getting enough of their nutrition from their diet and they’re all underweight.

Many other people think that you need meat products to be healthy due to the protein in said products.

http://mic.com/articles/1147 10/government‐report‐ confirms‐vegan‐lifestyle‐ really‐is‐better‐for‐your‐ body‐and‐your‐ planet#.PfNwPoOqa

The government is finding that the American meat industry is responsible for 20% of greenhouse gas emissions and uses up more soil, water, etc than any other industry. They are finding it’s destroying our planet rather than doing any good.

Steward Zywicki

Topic sample:

Dogs

1.

Gun Control

2.

Natural Disasters

3.

Alcohol

Health

Economy

Society

Government

I know dogs are used for therapy. How effective is dog therapy? How much attention is dog therapy being given?

I think pet products is a big industry. I wonder how much is spent on pet health and care? How does the use of dogs in advertisement impact sales of a product or service?

I know dogs are popular pets. I see many ads use dogs. Do movies and celebrities make some breeds popular? Pit Bulls/ Chihuahuas?

I know there are animal cruelty laws. What are they? What is the sentencing in animal cruelty cases? What impact does PITA and animal groups have on legislation?

NEW Connection

I have heard but am not certain, that some animal cruelty sentencing is harsher than child abuse sentencing.

Does society value pets more than kids?

I know the gun industry is a I know more and more More and more people are Do sticker gun laws I know there have been business are allowing buying “assault weapons.” make states/countries numerous mass huge industry. I think gun concealed carry. I think I think the definition of an safer? shootings in the U.S. sales have risen in the people that conceal carry “assault weapon” needs to over the past five years. I wake of proposed are more likely to help be more clearly defined. think a lot of the people legislation for stricter gun stop an active shooter.

Will bans on certain responsible for mass laws. How much annually firearms be helpful to the shootings claim they do gun sales help the Will gun control laws community? have a mental illness. economy? prevent criminals from Should some mental breaking the law? illnesses prevent people from owning guns?

I know sometimes the I know some severe I know the government will What is the newest I know every year government will help natural disasters can sometimes send in the hundreds of people die technology that is wipe out a town. I think national guard to help. I from natural disasters. I towns and cities affected helping detect natural by natural disasters. I think FEMA is considered the think the U.S. government disasters? think disease is more number one disaster sends more help to outside likely to spread during a natural disasters have countries than our own natural disaster. become more expensive to relief agency in the U.S. What is the effect to the states. How much damage What natural disaster clean up in the past 15 causes the most deaths? years. On average what is society for the aftermath has to been done in order for the U.S. government to the aftermath coast of a of a natural disaster? natural disaster? step in and help?

I know alcohol ads are I know young people in How much to alcohol I know some religions do I know not all alcohol has everywhere. I think alcohol not allow for the some cultures are company’s give back to nutritional facts listed. I introduced to alcohol at sales increase during the society and the consumption of alcohol. I think certain companies holidays. How much a young age. What can allow nutritional facts to be community? think in some countries be the long term effects annually do alcohol sales presented on their alcohol is not allowed. bring to the economy? of drinking alcohol?

How many countries ban alcoholic beverages. alcohol and why?

Should alcohol be regulated by the FDA?

Research Notes

Topic –Natural Disasters Results of my research

Sample Results of my research

Topi c

Health

Economy

Society

Government

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19185195 Study results show benefits to humans in areas of mental health and physical health when therapy dogs are used. http://www.personal.psu.edu/afr3/blogs/siowfa12/2012/12 /are‐therapy‐dogs‐effective.html Article discusses the benefits to students at Yale and Harvard when therapy dogs are present in the library

https://www.aspca.org/figh t‐cruelty/advocacy‐ center/state‐animal‐ cruelty‐laws States fine up to $5000.00 Offences to children varies depending on state and how the court classifies the offense.

http://www.livescience.com/32410‐whats‐the‐deadliest‐ natural‐phenomenon.html “One average U.S floods kill over a 100 people per year, more than any other natural disaster.”

http://www.nytimes.com/ interactive/2015/08/04/ upshot/regional‐natural‐ disasters.html?_r=0 Depending on the natural disaster coast can reach up into the hundreds of millions.

https://www.stlouisf ed.org/Publications/ Regional‐ Economist/April‐ 1994/The‐ Economics‐of‐ Natural‐Disasters Natural disasters can cost the economy and society in terms of “lost wages, utility disruptions, destruction of public and private property, additional transportation costs, and hundreds of lives.”

https://www.fema.gov/ In order for the president and U.S. government to become involved, a process takes place. First, local government responds, then the state responds, third there is damage assessment, then a major disaster declaration is requested by the state governor, FEMA evaluates the governor’s request, and finally the president approves or denies the request.

Research Notes

Topic-Alcohol Results of my research

http://www.webmd.com/mental‐ health/addiction/features/12‐health‐risks‐of‐chronic‐heavy‐ drinking Anemia, cancer, cardiovascular disease, cirrhosis, dementia, depression, seizures, gout, high blood pressure, infectious disease, nerve damage,

http://business.time.com /2012/01/31/cheers‐increase ‐in‐liquor‐sales‐bodes‐well‐for‐ economic‐recovery/ 19.9 billion

http://www.thedaily meal.com/10‐ countries‐where‐ alcohol‐illegal/32514 The number one reason for banning alcohol is for religious reasons.

Some countries that ban alcohol include: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Brunei, India, Iran, Lybia, and Saudi Arabia.

http://lawprofessors.typep ad.com/healthlawprof_blog /2011/01/why‐dont‐beer‐ wine‐and‐alcohol‐have‐ nutrition‐fact‐labels.html “Congress recognized the tax potential of alcoholic beverages and assigned the Treasury’s Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau the role of regulating alcohol, including its labels. http://www.bonappetit.co m/drinks/article/alcohol‐ wine‐beer‐nutrition‐facts “The TTB made Serving Fact labeling optional for alcohol producers as of 2013.”