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I'm studying for my final and I can't seem to find the lesson in my book. Can someone help me?

For my AP Lang class, we've been assigned an essay where we choose an example of stereotyping/ discrimination against a group of people that is personal (or something we believe strongly in.) I've chosen male discrimination/ stereotypes. However, I'm not a boy, so I can't really do more than scratch the surface, and I've no immediate male relatives or friends. I'd like some examples of male discrimination/ stereotyping.

For example, comedian Bill Burr, in one of my favorite comedy specials, ranted about how men aren't allowed to enjoy some things because they'll be called gay by there friends. Later, he said that he didn't understand why, in domestic abuse cases, the man's side is never taken, and only the woman gets to speak. I know this may not seem very important, but I can't help but feel there is some truth to this. The first time I watched the special, it made me think. Why do we celebrate women but not men? We have a breast cancer month, with pink ribbons, pink NBA headbands, etc. and yet, what about prostate/testicular cancer month? Why can't a man be seen with a child without people assuming he's a pedophile? Why can't a man walk down a dark street without people assuming he's a rapist?

I don't know, maybe I'm looking too much into this. But maybe I'm not. It just really irks me that, in our society, it's all about women. Everything revolves around women. I'm not a boy, but maybe some guys out there can help me?

I am a high school Junior and, occasionally, I remember I only have a year and a half (more or less) until I graduate. Then, I get this kind of nervous thrill as I'm about to go on a roller coaster, followed by terror.

My entire life has been very protected. I can count on two hands the amount of times I've gone out with anyone other than family, I've never dated, never gone to dances, played sports, etc. Most of this is because I have a disabled younger sister and a single mom, and I've always felt guilty for asking for money or clothes or leaving my mother to take care of my sister. The other reason is that, of my entire family, I am the least aggressive and most "naive." As a result, my mother is very protective of me, especially after going through my older sister's rebellious teen years.

So anyways, as you can tell, I've kind of been in a cacoon for all of my life. All I've ever known is "Home,""School," and "Family." Now I'm going to be thrown into this new world. I plan on going to a college out of state, so I mean this almost literally. I'm glad because I can start really living, but I'm also terrified. College, career, dating, friends, losing my virginity, marrying, having kids, dying. It's so overwhelming. What will I do when my mother dies? My sisters? My grandmother? What if I get divorced? Or I fail at my career? I'm just freaking myself out now. How can I deal with this??!

I just... I'm not good enough. For anything. I'm smart but not smart enough, fat, unattractive, boring, quiet, socially inept, lazy, naive, and a major screw up. I never do anything right. I feel so inferior, so out of place, so...just... I don't know. My heart physically aches just thinking about this. And the worst part? I'm too much of a coward to try and kill myself. What do I do?

Today is my first Halloween giving out candy, and I was excited, "was" being the key word. You see, my first trick or treaters came by in a small group. I, being the idiot I am, held out the candy bag toward them. They all took large handfuls, and sometimes even two. I didn't expect this. I thought they would each take two or three candies, because its what I would have done. Yeah... nope. Now, my mom is mad at me.

I feel like an idiot who has learned her lesson. I know now that people will always take advantage of others. However, knowing this doesn't mean my mom is any less angrier, or that bag any fuller. How can I fix this?

Ugh, I make it sound like I'm being bombarded by the affections of many males. Anyways...

I don't like having guys approach me. I'm not sure whether they do it in search for friendship or more, but I don't like it. I mean, I'm not pretty, or interesting. I have a pleasant enough face, but my default facial expression is cold disinterest (though I'll admit my childlike, chubby face kind of makes it seem, well, not cold.) Anyways, in general, guys don't approach me, but when they do, I hate it. I'm not good at interacting with others and, thanks to me teen hormones, with boys even less. I especially hate how disappointed they look once they speak to me. I'm a fun person, I guess, and my friends have often described me as "cute" in my actions (I have a tendency to exaggerate my facial expressions and hand gestures) but this only emerges when I'm with people I know. Otherwise, I'm straightforward, quiet, and serious. So... Boring. I think they expect a happy, giggly girl, and I can't be that. I prefer interesting conversation and debate (One of my only male friends for my old school used to get into heated arguments with me about things. We would question everything and debate over what the answer was). Usually, they become disinterested in me, which is good, but it makes me feel bad that I don't live up to expectations. How do I keep other males from approaching me?

I'm writing a story set in a fantasy world. The first chapter introduces a boy name Nylo who, after his father was taken to the capitol, was taken in by the secret thief guild, which is located in the ruins of the Mana Breather guild. Mana Breathers are people who were born imbued with the power of mana, a mineral found in their world. Anyways, in the first chapter, he has not met his required quota (money stolen from others and given to the guild) and is threatened with being kicked out. He discovers a way to recreate the powers of Mana Walkers through a set of gloves that use Mana Energy and is taken in to the head honcho, who has been waiting for Nylo to figure it out. Look, this is difficult to explain, just go here and read please:

http://www.wattpad.com/74142625-the-journey-of-nyl...

Of course, you don't have to, but it'd be easier. Anyway, the first chapter ends with two fellow guild members deciding to take him in to see the boss. I don't know how to start the second chapter though. I was thinking either he's taken to the boss and the reader goes through the whole thing with him, or it just starts a little later on and I use Nylo to remember in bits and pieces what went on. Or maybe something else? Any suggestions? Also, if you do choose to read, please give me some input on my story. Thank you.

I'm not atheist in the sense that I reject the idea of god, but that... Geez this is hard to explain. And this needs to be said. I don't believe in a god. Mainly, it's because I utterly dislike the principles? Ideas? That come with the belief. I' not just talking about the whole gay/pro-life/whatever else the bible says/controversial topics, but the idea that there is someone deciding things for me. I like the idea of there being someone to watch over and protect me, like a father or a mother. This being said, here is where I'm feeling conflicted.

When I'm scared, or lonely, or hopeless, I want to pray to God. But the thing is, I'm an atheist, I've chosen not to believe and I know even if I tried to, I couldn't. I'm just not capable (I'm also a strong believer in "You can talk to god at home as well as you can in church"). Plus, I don't think it's right for me to talk to Him only during the bad, and never the good. Even worse, If I praed,, I'd still be on the fence about whether or not he exists. Is it okay if I pray? Even if I don't, can't, believe?

First, I'd like to start out by saying that my mother and I love my sister very much. She is eight years old next month and has Angelman Syndrome. Also, anyone who wants to reply with "she doesn't know any better," just don't. Many mentally disabled people have the mental capacity to learn what is wrong and right; my sister does as well.

So anyways, my sister has recently hotten into the habit of taking out her own feces from her diaper, whether she be pantless or not. It needs to stop, because, honestly, my mother and I just can't take it. Usually, we use negative reinforcement for other things (scolding, slapping her hand lightly) but that isn't working here. My mother gets so angry she hits her a bit harder than "lightly" (though not hard enough to really do harm) and yells at her loudly. At first, it seemed to be working because afterwards she would skulk around like a puppy. Now, she doesn't even react and it happens more recently (twice yesterday, once today). What do I do?

I am a Junior in high school and the college brochures have been coming in lately. I've set my mind on becoming a psychiatrist and recently learned they go through as much education as other doctors. Recommended AP Chem, Pre-med, the MCAT and, if passed, Medical School, and a residency. I don't have anywhere to turn to for questions since I'll be the first to really go to college, and my school counselor told me as long as I graduate nothing matters (which really irked me). So please answers some questions?

How difficult was the Pre-med course? I'm planning on a B.A of Biology, is this okay? How time consuming is it? Is there ever time for going out or working? I have a tendency to procrastinate and keep myself from asking for help. Will this keep me from doing well? How long did it take to finish the course? What does Pre-med actually consist of? Is it a major?

Medical School: Is it a special institute or just a course in a college? What goes on in the course? Is it similar to regular college? Can it last longer than four years?

How expensive is the whole education? If you've already payed off loans, how long did it take? If not, is it taking a lot out of you having to pay? When do they make you start paying the loans? Can you use your degree from college to get a job while going through medical school? How old were you when you finally finished? Would you say it is/was worth it? As a student who is not mathematically oriented, will it be more difficult for me?

Thank you

What do you think America will be like in ten, twenty, thirty years? I reas and article that predicted 3D printing of food, hovercars, and house serving droids by 2030 (I don't think so) but what do you think? Also, which race do you think will become the next to be prejudiced against? Do you think, should we develop super advanced technology, it would widen the gap between social classes? Or that we'll lose the ideals of our

country? If so, WHEN do you think it'll happen?

Well, not really hate, but feel disgust for. It's not really because of my weight (though its a small part of it). But something else. Its just, sometimes I feel naked fully clothed or my breasts will popout a little and I feel such revulsion. Or I feel a tingle in THAT way and I'll hate myself, but why? Do I hate it for being female?

I watch Supernatural and something that plays an important role is the existance of the crossroads demon. Basically (and this is real lore) you bury some stuff with sonething personal to you in a box at a crossroads. A demon will appear, usually in the form of an attractive member of the sex you prefer, and you tell it what you want. In return, she/he gets to take your soul to Hell in a designated amount of years (usually ten.) Dean Winchester, one of the show's main characters, brings back his dead brother, but only gets one year left to live before being dragged into Hell by a hellhound, so you can assume that bringing back a loved one would cost this much. So the question is:

Would you make a deal with a crossroads demon?

I watch Supernatural and something that plays an important role is the existance of the crossroads demon. Basically (and this is real lore) you bury some stuff with sonething personal to you in a box at a crossroads. A demon will appear, usually in the form of an attractive member of the sex you prefer, and you tell it what you want. In return, she/he gets to take your soul to Hell in a designated amount of years (usually ten.) Dean Winchester, one of the show's main characters, brings back his dead brother, but only gets one year left to live before being dragged into Hell by a hellhound, so you can assume that bringing back a loved one would cost this much. So the question is:

Would you make a deal with a crossroads demon?

I'm on the third episode and I'm just wondering. I don't like to see them apart for too long.

I'm reading a book about the ways girls show aggression compared to boys. Boys show it by being physical and maybe getting over it. Girls are worse. We lie and cheat and steal, attack the deepest fears and insecurities of other girls, then cover it in a sweet facade. The book talks about how teachers never realize what is going on because no one says anything or does anything to betray what is going on. Not only that, but other girls may turn against one in fear of being abandoned as well. We're kind o like animals, actually. I myself have never been a target or starter of this kind of thing since I generally avoid confrontation, but I have seen it first hand and boy is it some shady stuff. A girl in sixth grade (when I was in fourth) convinced every girl in fifth and sixth grade to chase another girl around the playground. Boy was that a sight. Then, she was ignored for a month by anyone other than the fourth graders. They pretended she didn't exist. Another girl (she was in fourth, I was in fifth) was often talked about behind her back by this group of girls. They put her down a lot, calling her ugly and a whore. I defended her and almost got beat up for it but got out of the fight by reminding her bullies that she was just a person (though she was annoying.) what are your thoughts on this kind of aggression?

My mother restricts me in anything that involves going out by myself. I can't go out with friends unless she meets their parents, I can't get a job farther than a ten mile radius from home, I join clubs or sports; it's frustrating. I want to do all this, especially the last two because I need extra curricular activities for my college applications. When my older sister lived with us she was allowed to do stuff (though she often betrayed my mother's trust). I've asked why I'm being treated differently and she tells me it's because I can't defend myself and I'm too trusting.

I'm not going to deny it. I have a baby face and I'm small (though chubby). I'm also pretty weak. I expect people to do their worst and am wary of them, but my hope that they'll do good overcomes that. I'm the kind of person that gives money to the hobo or stops to listen to the weird woman who's talking about the apocalypse. I'm the kind of person that tries to help animals and people. My mother... Is not. Her motto is "trust no one." She hates my shy, submissive demeanor and behavior, especially because I apparently don't stand up for myself. I appreciate how much she cares, but it's stifling and detrimental to my future. She won't let me make mistakes that I can learn from, or go out and experience anything. How do I show her I can defend myself?

I'm sixteen and I've done nothing in my life so far as a teenager. I know these years are fleeting and I should make the best of them, but I can't. My mother is very overprotective. I've never gone on a date or had a boyfriend, I've never been to a dance, I can count on one hand how many times I've gone out with friends since I turned thirteen, I don't have a drivers license, and I can only get a job if it's within a specific distance from home. I've never been to a party or had a beer, I've never snuck out. I'm not allowed to join a club or sports. Even if some of these things are ones that I shouldn't do, I think they're crucial to being called a teenager, because this is the only time we can be stupid and someone will have our backs doing it (our parents). I've never gotten the chance to be stupid and I won't. I know I'll regret it. Is there a way I'll be able to make it up after I leave for college? Any of it?

I'm a Junior this year at a new school. Technically, I started in April (worse time to start at a new school, by the way) and in the three months there, I made no friends. Literally. I'm not a charismatic person, and even when I want to make friends, I come off kind of cold and actively avoid people who reach out. I've never had to worry about this because I knew a lot of the people at my old school since third grade. I have no social skills, and, at this rate, I'll have no friends by the time prom comes around.

I wouldn't mind missing prom. I've missed so many other social events that are supposed to define me as a teenager (my mom's quite a bit over protective because she thinks I can't defend myself) and I don't care anymore. But this is something that I think I'll regret not going to when I'm older . Plus, my mom told me she'd make me go even if I didn't want to... I'm not pretty (and I'm not mature enough to be in a relationship, I think). I've got the personality of a dead fish so I won't have any suitors. I'll most likely have no friends. What will I do when prom comes? (Even if you think I'm exaggerating, just humor me and answer the question please. As a backup.)