The academy under siege: an outline of problems and strategies

Article Abstract:

The 1990s has witnessed several problems being visited upon the academy. To address these problems, the faculty may establish partnerships with professional groups, students and lawmakers. By publicizing the problems facing the academe and providing help through official reports and provision of legal aid, professional organizations could serve the interests of the academe. On the other hand, students' support could come in the form of organization of voter registration campaigns in favor of higher education. Meanwhile, the legislature could help by passing laws that will further boost higher education.

Education policy, Education, Higher education, Higher education and state

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On abandoning life when it is least difficult

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The authors examine the hypothesis that Seasonal Affective Disorder, involving lack of exposure to sunlight in wintertime, should increase risk of suicide among the severely depressed. Data from Sweden and New Zealand showing that people in those nations kill themselves most often in late spring is analyzed.

Sweden, Research, Suicidal behavior, Seasonal affective disorder

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On being happy but fearing failure: the effects of mood on self-handicapping strategies

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Study results which show that a happy mood and a positive feedback about performance on a task significantly influence self-handicapping behavior among people are presented.

Psychological aspects, Self-defeating behavior, Self defeating behavior, Self-defeating behaviour, Mood effects (Cognitive biases)

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