1.0 Introduction To theories on behavior 1.1 Definition of psychology according to Kalatt (2008) is the systematic study of behaviour aqnd experience. This definition takes cognizant of the mental processes such as thoughts feelings and imagery which though not directly observable but are covert activities of man. The above definition is in support of Meyers’ (1989) definition of psychology as the science of behavior and mental processes. This definition is different from John Wastons definition of psychology as the study of measurable and observable behavior (Waston, 1919). 1.2 Definition of theory As a science, psychology involves systematic gathering of data through observing and measuring events. Psychological theories, like all scientific theories are general principles which explain and summarize many observations and predict what can be expected to happen in new situations (Moragn , King, Weisz & Schopler, 1993). A theo
THE IMPORTANCE OF CPR I have had a life experience which made me too strongly believe this saying. A friend in need is a friend indeed. Most of the accidents take place with close proximities to safety zones. With immediate first aid and medical attention, a life can be saved. Drowning is a respiratory impairment from being in or under the liquid. The concerning victim of drowning is incapable of even shouting for help and instinctive drowning response is the final set of autonomic reactions in 20-60 seconds before sinking underwater, and to the untrained eye can lack similar to safe behavior. Moreover choking is caused by a blockage in the throat, which restricts airflow. It is important to remember that air enters the lungs via the trachea (wind pipe). The first aid and symptoms involve violent coughing, clutching throat, red face and a visual sign of someone drowning is desperation of staying above water, flailing arms and possible coughing. If it happens to see some