In recent years forensic psychology and related topics such as criminal profiling have been the subject of a whole host of books, films and television series. While this has undoubtedly raised the profile of forensic psychology, the subject has often been presented in a distorted, sensationalised and inaccurate way. With this very much in mind, this article outlines what you…
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Nicotine In Cigarettes Addictive Or Not
The debate continues between medical experts and rehabilitation specialists as to whether or not nicotine in cigarettes is actually an addictive substance. Many people are unaware of the hotly debated topic of nicotine as a n addictive substance. Some experts claim the substance is ‘only’ a psychological addiction, while other specialists claim it is in fact a physiological affliction. I…
Six New Debate Topics
The same debate topics are used again and again. Why not liven up your next debate with some new ideas? Here are some more unusual and fundamental questions to debate. Happiness shouldn’t be pursued. The pro side of this could start with the obvious pain that people face when their expectations are not met. Maybe it is better to just…
Video Streaming A New Town Hall
It was a night in July 2007 when a new town hall was discovered. Men and women from around the United States participated in a debate of sorts between 2008 Presidential hopefuls on the Democratic ticket. What made this event unique is not that the candidates took their message on the road, but that the candidates received questions via video…