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    Indians are the group of people who receive a lot of stereotypes in Thailand. Ranging from public places like shopping centers, parties house, hall way, to university campus, we can notice that many Thai people try to avoid staying close to or interact with Indians. One of the stereotype Thai people have toward Indians include viewing Indians as a snake charmer, which give images of ancient and exotic group of people. There is a famous joke in Thai circles that, "If a snake and an Indian come after

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    Our company, Corbion, the world’s largest manufacturer of biodegradable plastic products, has decided to expand our operations into the Asian Pacific area primarily for access to raw materials and ease of distribution to our larger customers in that region of the world. Our main raw material is sugar which when processed produces monomers and polymers with a base of lactic acid that are used to fabricate our plastic products. Our major markets are food packaging, medical industry supplies, and

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    Part One: Give some examples of what Thai people consider to be confusing or annoying or rude behavior of tourists Greeting: Instead of shaking hands, Thai greet each other with “WAI”. Foreigners are not expected to initiate the “WAI” gesture, but Thais can see it as an insult if the foreigners do not return the “WAI”. The tourists who are more familiar with Thai’s gesture, they would automatically “WAI” in return to show respect to the person they are greeting. But majority of the newly visiting

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    improving postural stability. Two examples of interventions include Qi Gong and Tai Chi. Qi Gong is a mindful exercise that effects neuroplasticity in the brain and can have an effect on the postural instability that Parkinson’s patients experience (Loftus, 2014). Tai Chi is a balance-based exercise that may have an effect on muscle strength and stability for those living with Parkinson’s (Li, et al., 2012). Qi Gong and Tai Chi are two rehabilitation interventions that nurses are implementing to prove

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    History Tai Chi Tai chi is a centuries-old Chinese martial art that descends from qigong. According to some records, tai chi dates back as far as 2,500 years. It contains a sequence of slow, thoughtful body movements that were initially designed for self-defense, today it has evolved to help encourage inner peace and calm. At a high level of skill, a defender can use a minimal amount of energy to neutralize the greater external force of their attacker. Tai chi is also called chi Chuan and has many

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    It was also said that previous positive results are effective worldwide including all age groups. According to Roberson et al. (2015) Tai Chi can increase balance, lessen one’s anxiety, and lower pain. Sannes, Mansky, and Chesney (2008) study aim investigated the variation seen in the length and training session done in randomized controlled trials involving Tai Chi Chih (TCC). The second objective of their study was to examine the attendance rates reported in scheduled intervention classes. Their

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    Rhizoma et Radix Notoperygii (Qianghuo in Chinese also name as Qiang Qing and Tui Feng Shi Zhe (Yang, A. (nd)) is a well-known traditional Chinese medicine providing anti-rheumatic and pain-relieving herb in treating colds, rheumatism and headache (Yaping, W. & Huang, L.-F. 2015; Yang, A. nd; Namba,T., Gu, Z.-M., Zhou,G.-C., Wang,T.-Z.,Huo,M. and Komatsu,K.1995). Commercial names according to their appearance are “Chuan- qiang, Xi-qiang, Can-qiang, Zhu-jie-qiang, Da-tou qiang and Taio-qiang” (Yang

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    population currently is the increased incidence of falls and postural instability.1-2 Several randomized controlled trials have been conducted to investigate the effectiveness of Tai Chi for Fall Prevention for older adults using a twice a week program model. 3The purpose of this report is to identify if a once-a-week Tai Chi program makes a significant difference in improving the balance of a 78-year-old community-dwelling elderly. Case Description: The subject of this study is a 78-year-old female

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    Chinese Medicine (TCM), that are over two thousand years old are still widely used today. Herbal remedies known as zhong yao (中药) are made and sold around the southern Asian continent, and the practice of acupuncture is also done all over the world. Tai chi, a form of martial art developed both for self defense and the improvement of health is a popular recreational activity for many in all demographics. On the other hand, western medicine has made great improvements over its ancient methods. Surgical

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    Mystery Of Chi

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    As recommended in class while discussing Taoism, I watch the film The Mystery of Chi, by Bill Moyers. The film was very informative on the practices of traditional Chinese medicine, which I found to be very helpful in expanding on what I know of Taoism. Chi is otherwise known as the force of life, or vital energy. Chi flows throughout everyone’s body, and a healthy person has an uninterrupted flow. A block or disruption of energy flow is what is believed to create illnesses. This exemplifies a

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