Wednesday, June 24, 2015

Physical Truth About Ghosts: How to Identify If One Is Real or Fake

We live in an entirely strange world. There are elements in the earth that are hidden in the eyes of most people, but visible to a selected few. I know ghost stories is not new to everybody. In fact, we hear countless things about them every now and then. Some will believe. Some will not. But the question is, are these stories true? How will we know?

All my life I have been very curious of their existence. Though I never really wanted to see any of them, I wanted to know more about them. I have read a lot of so-called ghost facts in the books and in the internet. I have watched the testimonials of people about it. But after many years, I have found that most of the existing stories about ghosts were not true. But on the other hand, I believe that some were. And for a very long time, people believe the untruthful truth about them. Even those that we see in movies are totally different from reality.

Yes, I do believe in that they exist. What's my concrete proof? Nothing. How did I know that what I know is true? I can't tell. If you don't want to believe in these things stated in here, it was totally fine with me. But in case you see it, would it be in your own eyes, in a picture or in a video, this facts might help you identify if what you see is a real one or not.

As I said, the world is strange. There are literally different elements lurking here with us. You might witness some events or happenings that you think are involved with ghosts without considering that it might be another type of element that is far different from them.

This is how you identify a real one.

1. They can't set their feet on the ground.
They always float  in the air few inches to a couple of feet above the surface. But you can never see a real one with its feet on the ground. If it's not floating, it must be something else.

2. They don't have faces.
If ever you see one you will notice their hair covering most of their face. But if you see them up close and look closely into it, you will realize that its face is too blurred that you can't see anything. More like a blank sheet. If you see one that has a nose and scary eyes, it could be a more dangerous living creature.

3. They are incapable of moving.
What you saw in the movies are not true. They don't walk, don't talk, or transfer from one place to another. They tend to stay in one place until they disappear.

4. They don't last for long.
As they appear in one place, they consume a lot of energy and the energy is very limited. They usually last for seconds up to a few minutes.

5. They are everywhere.
Actually, they are in every corner of a small room. But the strength that they posses is different from one another. The ones living in a hollow and quiet area are more likely to charge more energy than the others. The higher the energy they have, The more possible it is for them to be seen by people or lenses.

6. They don't attack or possess people.
There were some reports that some people were possessed by them. But the truth is, it is not them who possess people, but another being. As I said, their energy is too limited that they are incapable of moving. Where would they take the energy to possess people? And about attacking, it is not them who attacks either. The only way they can kill you is by scaring you to death/heart attack.

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Friday, June 19, 2015

Genetic Disorders and Chromosomal Defects

The focus of genetics is on the study of the impact of genetic blueprints called genotypes and the observable characteristics or phenotypes. Human and animal genes are the unit of hereditary transmission. They are encoded in the Dioxyribonucleic Acid (DNA) carried in the nucleus of each cell. The chances of sharing certain characteristics between relatives is often dubbed as biological inheritance. Parents and their children are related by 50% and grandparents by 25% and lower degree of relatedness.

Yet there are certain chances of genetic mutation or chromosome abnormality that commonly leads to genetic disorders. Most of these disorders are quite rare and may or may not be heritable or passed down from the parent to the offspring.

1. Diabetes Mellitus. This is an insulin deficiency caused by recessive genes. Though this disease can also be acquired by environmental causes such as unhealthy lifestyle, type 1 diabetes can be inherited genetically. The probability of transmission of this defect depends on several factors like the gender of the parent carrying the genes, the age when the parent developed the disease, and several other aspects.

2. Spina Bifida. A neural tube defect in which the spine remains unclosed at the bottom or a part of skull or brain is absent. This disease can affect the child's development both physically and mentally. Its risk can possibly be lowered by adding folic acid to the mother's nutritional intake before and during pregnancy. And for the infected patients, there are several surgical procedures to fix the gap.

3. Huntington chorea. A lethal disease characterized by the degeneration of the nervous system caused by dominant chromosomes. This disorder induces involuntary muscle contractions, distress, and notable changes in personality. It usually shows up at early adulthood, can start at any age, and affects both gender.

4. Tay Sachs disease (TSD). This is an enzyme disorder that leads to the brain incapacitance to breakdown particular fats. The Tay Sach gene can only be acquired by the offspring if both parents carry the genes and the chances whether the child will have the disease or not varies greatly. Children born with this disease usually die within three years after birth.


The following types of genetic disorder are due to recessive chromosomes:

5. Sickle-cell anemia. This is often carried by recessive genes. Patients with this disease have red blood cells with unusual shape caused by abnormal hemoglobin and multiply with oxygen insufficiency.

6. Phenylketonuria (PKU). The existence of two recessive genes. The liver enzyme bound to break down excess phenylalanine generates poison that impairs the nervous system and leads to mental retardation. For a child to be affected by this disorder, both parents must be carriers of the mutated gene/s. This disorder can be detected easily at birth and though it can't be completely cured, the effects can be minimized through a controlled diet and medication.

7. Muscular Dystrophy (MD). This is a degenerative disorder linked to recessive genes and characterized by gradual loss of strength and inability to walk. There are no known cure for this disease yet, but there are several procedures and programs that help MD patients to live better lives.

The next chromosomal disorders are not genetically related. These are associated with chromosomal failure caused by erroneous divisions and synthesis during meiosis.

8. Fragile X syndrome. Distorted or broken chromosomes more frequent in males  than females. Mental retardation is  usually manifested during adolescence. But there are physical and emotional signs shown at childhood.

9. XYY syndrome. A disorder that affects males caused by an extra Y chromosome. Men with this disease are likely to have exaggerating height. There were no recorded cases of mental retardation in people with this disease, but some of them had learning difficulties.There were some instances of aggression linked to this disease but not evident enough.

10. Cri-du chat syndrome. Also known as chromosome 5p deletion syndrome. Characterized by cat-like cries, facial anomalies, gastrointestinal defects, serious mental retardation, and throat malformation. Because of these physical defects, patients had eating difficulties that results to malnutrition and therefore worsening the situation.

11. Prader Willi syndrome. Removal in the long arm chromosome 15 between band of Q 11 and 13. Usual indications are poor sucking reflex, uncontrollable appetite, poor sexual development, peculiar facial form, mental impairment, and behavioral problems. Because of their compulsive eating habits and poor muscle tone, patients are very much likely to eat and sleep excessively.

12. Down syndrome. Caused by the presence of all or part of and extra 21st chromosome (Trisomy, 21); known as Mongolism, is associated with delayed physical growth, a vast skull that is flat in the back, narrow and tilted eyes, fissured tongue, mental incapabilities, and some congenital heart defects. This is the most typical type of disease related to chromosomal error.

13. Turner Syndrome.  A female disorder characterized by the absence of X chromosomes (45 X); common features are short and wide chest, underdeveloped secondary traits, narrowing aorta, and amenorrhea. Other than alleviating the symptoms, there are no known medicine or medical procedure to cure TS. However, this disease doesn't cause serious mental impairment except for spatial recognition.

Wednesday, June 17, 2015

Characteristics of Human Behavior

Since Psychology is accepted as a systematic science, a Psychologist is thus a bonafide scientist in contrast to the old label as Pseudoscience. And after all, psychologists have been following particular scientific processes.

A psychologist is primarily grounded by these six essential characteristics of human behavior:

1. Human behavior follows an orderly pattern. No matter what happens in a person's life and the changes he come across, there will always be a degree of structure and consistency in the nature of his change. This pattern of change is possible to be understood,

2. Human behavior can be known. Human behavior can be closely examined and analyzed. With thorough and proper investigations, one can easily know and understand why a person behaves the way he does.

3. Knowledge of human behavior is tentative but superior to ignorance. While we have yet to fully understand human behavior, it is still a worthy study. We must seek knowledge and awareness not only for its own sake but also to be able to improve human conditions, ourselves, and the way we deal with others.

4. Natural phenomena have natural causes. All natural events are rooted on natural causes. Science denies the idea that supernatural forces can cause natural events. Natural Scientists have always been striving to give detailed and precise scientific explanations to each occurring natural phenomena.

5. Nothing is self-evident. Truth must be claimed and established only when proof is demonstrated objectively. Scientists never rely on traditional, subjective beliefs. In order for a scientific fact to be generally accepted, it must be supported with clear and acceptable facts. Rational criticism is the core of any scientific undertaking.

6. Knowledge is derived from the acquisition of experiences. Everything in this universe should be empirically explained. We depend on our perceptions, experiences and observations. Perceptions are attained through our senses, although the term "sense" should not be limited to the five sense organs. Knowledge is what you gain from your experience.

What Psychology Means

The term "Psychology" is derived from Greek psyche, human soul, mind or spirit, and logos, which means study. During the ancient era, Psychology is merely the study of human soul. But years have passed and many have contributed to the evolution of its concept. Today, it is defined as the scientific study of human and animal behavior and mental processes. It is primarily focused on stimuli and response. To be able to understand a person, one should consider his or her physical ground of psychological phenomena, family and cultural background, and functions.

Psychology is considered a science because it is objective, systematic, empirical, and dependent on measurement. It answers questions based on certain facts and not on will and desires. Psychology acquired its facts through careful observations and experimentation rather than merely theorizing.

Psychology is a behavioral science that is intended to enlighten everyone on human behavior. The word "behavior" means actions that can be noticed or perceived objectively, such as the reactions of muscles and glands and the correlated patterns of reactions in general. It also covers subjective processes like the cognitive and affective aspects, and other responses that cannot be directly recognized but can be inferred from apparent behavior. Behavior can be categorized as over or covert and intrinsic or extrinsic behavior. Studies conveyed focusing on animals endowed much understanding of human behavior.

As an academic study, psychology facilitates an individual to learn and understand easily and select a career more rationally. It allows a person to acquire emotional stability and make better social adjustments. It empowers one to resolve social and personal issues sensibly and to refine himself into a well-integrated and joyful person.