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York University

Classics in the History of Psychology: Gestalt Psychology Today

For Students 9th - 10th
This site is provided for by York University. Where classic Freudian Psychoanalysis fails with the non-verbal patient, Gestalt Psychology tries to combine a little drama, movement, and action to broaden the scope and population that...
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Shippensburg University

Shippensburg University: Carl Rogers (1902 1987)

For Students 9th - 10th
A profile of psychotherapist Carl Rogers that surveys his life and theory of client-centered therapy. Provides several important biographical details, as well as charts and maps about Rogers' theories.
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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Online

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and the treatments associated with this disease. OCD Online provides general information about the disease and includes write-ups on successful treatment through cognitive-behavioral therapy.
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Pni: Pharmacological Management of Schizophrenia

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides information about the use of psychopharmacology and the management of schizophrenia. Mentions lithium, beta-blockers and electro-convulsive therapy.
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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and Its Treatment

For Students 9th - 10th
Organized into question/answer format, this website is a good introduction to obsessive-compulsive disorder. Read about the causes and treatments associated with OCD and learn how this disease can be managed through behavior therapy.
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Diseases Explained: Treatment of Hypertension

For Students 9th - 10th
Offers a list of antihypertensive drugs used as therapy for patients with high blood pressure and the function of each kind.
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Personality and Consciousness: An Analysis of Carl Rogers' Theory of Personality

For Students 9th - 10th
This page attempts to illustrate Rogers' theory of personality, which evolved from his client-centered therapy. The author includes his theory of self, his view of humans and his belief in the ability of humans to improve their conditions.
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School Health: Oral Motor Exercises: Practical Tips and Tricks

For Teachers Pre-K - K
There are several oral motor exercises that can be easily performed in a group preschool setting. When other children are involved, the exercises are viewed as fun "games" rather than therapy. The exercises below are designed for...
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Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory

Berkeley Lab: Nuclear Medicine: Cancer Therapy

For Students 9th - 10th
Use this site to learn how gamma rays and other forms of treatment are used to destroy cancer cells.
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Meditation Therapy: Brief Instructions for Seated Meditation

For Students 9th - 10th
A set of instructions for seated Zen meditation.
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NPR: National Public Radio

Npr: New Malarial Therapy Reaches Remote Africa

For Students 9th - 10th
Details efforts by Doctors Without Borders to bring state of the art malaria treatments to some of the most remote parts of Africa ( available in audio format). Also provides links to related sites.
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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Biology: Viruses in Research and Medicine

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] An overview of using viruses in research and medicine.
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Rehab Career

For Students 9th - 10th
Are you interested in exploring a career in rehabilitation? Investigate physical, occupational, and speech therapy job opportunties.
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Rehab Career: Industry Outlook

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore the industry outlook for the health service industry. Investigate career opportunities in physical therapy and occupational therapy.
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Group Psychotherapy: An Introduction

For Students 9th - 10th
Useful information regarding psychotherapy, how it works, who can benefit, expectations, and technical details of this form of therapy.
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PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Write Now! Career Prompt: Idd Therapist

For Students 9th - 10th
This Career Clip features Carolyn Matsoe, an IDD Therapy Specialist with Coordinated Health in Bethlehem, PA. Carolyn will discuss what IDD stands for and how the best thing you can do for your career is do what you love to do.
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Pbs Teachers: Scientific American: Beyond Science?: Healing Touch

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Use the scientific method to investigate the claims of "energy field" therapists. Design an investigation to study the claims of biomagnetic therapy.
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Advance News Magazines: Physical Therapists

For Students 9th - 10th
Advance for Physical Therapists gives a web page of a bi-monthly news magazine for Physical Therapists.
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Mental Health America

Mental Health America: Phobias

For Students 9th - 10th
An overview of phobias. This resource lists types of phobias, and discusses treatment options (behavioral therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy).
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Science Buddies

Science Buddies: Deep Knee Bends: Measuring Knee Stress With a Mechanical Model

For Students 9th - 10th
Prosthetic limbs and artificial joints can help people with disease or injury lead a normal life. Sports medicine or physical therapy is also an area that relates to this experiment. Either way, this project serves as a good match if any...
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PBS

Pbs Nova: Rna Virtual Lab

For Students 9th - 10th
Play the role of a molecular engineer by solving RNA folding puzzles. Then take these new skills to Eterna, and design RNAs that could be at the heart of future life-saving therapies.
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PBS

Pbs: Nova Labs: Rna Virtual Lab

For Students 9th - 10th
In this lab play the role of a molecular engineer by solving RNA folding puzzles. Then take these new skills to Eterna to design RNAs that could be at the heart of future life-saving therapies.
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Dolan Dna Learning Center: Inside Cancer

For Students 9th - 10th
Multimedia guide to cancer provided by Dolan DNA Learning Center. The site is extremely comprehensive and is divided into four main segments:Hallmarks of Cancer,Causes and Prevention, Diagnosis and Treatment, and Pathways to Cancer. The...
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PBS

Pbs Frontline: The Alternative Fix

For Students 9th - 10th
Investigate the expanding industry of alternative medicine, pondering whether this is good medicine or just good business. Analyze the role of government in regulating the industry, and explore alternative treatments and therapies...

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