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One of the major developmental tasks teens face is developing independence from their parents - a transition that may manifest in behavior patterns such as ambivalence, defiance, and full-blown rebellion. In this video, teens express their attitudes toward rebellion, their parents, their schools, society in general, and their peers. Subjects covered include healthy versus unhealthy rebellion, anger issues, the role of parents, differences between...
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In this Science Squad episode, Aoibhinn Ni Shuilleabhain attends a workshop where industry leaders such as Diageo and Dell bring their technical problems to be solved by mathematicians from all over Europe. Aoibhinn investigates real-life hospital problems and finds out how the workshop has improved the management and distribution of blood supplies in the Limerick area.
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Is the physical release of anger in a controlled setting a healthy way to process it? Many angry people say yes-but not all researchers agree: "It's a seductive theory. It does make sense, but it's a myth," says noted psychologist Dr. Brad Bushman. In this program, ABC News anchors Charles Gibson and Connie Chung and correspondent John Stossel set the record straight about two different anger disorders and the methods used to control them. For under-venters,...
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What exactly is road rage? What can trigger it? And, most important of all, how can it be avoided? Experts in law enforcement and youth psychology answer those and other questions as the camera captures actual road rage incidents involving teen drivers. These same teens are also filmed in a group setting where they honestly express their points of view as frustrated drivers while openly taking responsibility for their inappropriate anger. Potential...
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Anger is often the most powerful emotion for teens-but it can reveal a deep assortment of underlying emotions. This program covers teen anger and why anger can be the tip of an emotional iceberg. Subjects covered include identifying anger; why anger can be destructive; common sources of anger in teens; how to let out anger; anger and home life; anger on campus; violence and anger; and expressing emotions in a positive way. Correlates to all applicable...
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Calm down, Assess the situation, Gauge alternatives, and Empower yourself by choosing how to react: that's the way to safely C.A.G.E. the rage. By viewing this program, students will Reel 1, see how to identify anger in themselves and those around them; Reel 2, understand why mismanaged anger is so destructive; Reel 3, discover how anger gets repressed, and the bodily and mental illnesses that may result from it; and Reel 4, learn to release anger...
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A lawsuit can drag on for years, creating an emotional and financial drain far exceeding any anticipated rewards. Prolonged litigation also presents huge operational problems for the courts. As a result, the use of alternative dispute resolution is on the rise. With an Australian legal center as a model, this program shows how ADR processes are implemented and how all parties involved in a dispute can benefit from them. Topics include third-party...
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A rival group of adults that calls itself Weird Team arrives with a gadget that fixes any odd problem. As a result, Odd Squad is run out of business and all the agents are forced to disband and go back to their lives as regular kids. Using math skills and teamwork, the kids discover Weird Team isn't actually solving problems, but just covering them up.
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Experts are seeing an alarming increase in severe emotional and behavioral disorders among young children, characterized by abusive language, physical threats, and violent tantrums. "I can't live like this. Afraid to get up. Afraid to go to bed. Afraid of what you're going to find when you walk into a room," says a foster mother of twins she cannot control. In this program, ABC News anchors Diane Sawyer and Sam Donaldson investigate the frightening...
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An astonishing world where toys play while their owners are away. Woody is a pull-string cowboy doll and is the leader of the toys until the latest, greatest action figure, Buzz Lightyear, enters the picture. When the toy rivals are separated from their owner, they learn to put aside their differences and work as a team to get back home to the boy they love.
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There's a dog adoption fair in Storybrook Village and Whyatt has made a new friend named Woofster! When Whyatt discovers that Woofster needs a new home, the Super Readers make it their mission to help out. Before they know it, Woofster has become part of the team! This fun-filled collection of four puppy-packed stories features tons of new furry friends and will have kids begging for more reading adventures!
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Join the expedition visiting legendary Candy Man Willy Wonka in a splendiferous movie that wondrously brings to the screen the endlessly appetizing delights of Roald Dahl's classic book. On a whirlwind tour of Willy's incredible, edible realm of chocolate waterfalls, elfish Oompa-Loompas, and industrial-sized confections, a boy named Charlie will discover the sweetest secret of all: a generous, loving heart.
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Blue's school: Blue and Steve are playing school. Something to do: Blue and Steve are looking for something to do and Mr. Salt has just the right recipe. Rhyme time: Steve's playing poet, but what does Blue want to rhyme about? Puppets: Blue wants to tell a story with puppets. Promotes: beginning reading and comprehension; color-mixing skills; preschool rituals; creative problem solving; construction and combination.
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Meet Duggee, a big lovable dog who runs a club for pre-schoolers that inspires children to have fun, be energetic, and - most of all - to do things! Each episode starts with Duggee welcoming the Squirrels, a bunch of curious little characters who are dropped off at the club by their parents. Their often comical adventures encourage young viewers to actively solve a problem by moving, jumping, running and skipping.