Sara Bilodeau
I am a stay at home mom of one son, two guinea pigs, two gerbils, and one dog. I enjoy writing for fun and professionally. I also enjoy doing several craft projects for fun. I recently began work on a Ph.D. in Public Safety with an emphasis in criminal justice. In the future I plan to teach at the university level and online.
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University of Evansville, BS Sociology; University of Cincinnati, MS Criminal Justice; Capella University, Ph.D. Public Safety in progressMotto
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Individual Level Theories as a Method of Explaining Individual Differences in Crime RatesExamines individual level theories of crime that explain why some individuals engage in criminal acts while others do not.
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Strain Theory and Control Theory Methods of Explaining Crime RatesStrain theory offers several theories as to why the disadvantaged engage in criminal behaviors.
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Evidence in Favor of Improving the Juvenile Justice SystemCharacteristics that should be incorporated into the juvenile justice system in order to better serve those youths involved with the system.
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Stable Characteristics Throughout the Lifecourse that Predict Criminal BehaviorExamines a number of characteristics that have been found to remain stable throughout the lifecourse that are also indicators of criminal behavior.
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Criminal Behavior Predictors Found in Young ChildrenAn overview of the characteristics found in young children that often predict future delinquent and criminal behavior.
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Juvenile and Criminal Court: A ComparisonAn informative review of the juvenile court system.
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The Juvenile Justice System: Diversion and Waver ProgramsFeatures of a diversion program that contribute to it's effectiveness.
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Competing Goals of the Juvenile Justice System: Rehabilitation and PunishmentThe juvenile justice system operates to rehabiliate delinquents while also punishing those same delinquents for their delinquent acts.
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The Binary Nature of the Justice SystemThe juvenile justice system has long been established as a seperate system from the adult criminal justice system.
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Tennessee Board of Probation and Parole ReviewA short overview of the Tennessee board of probation and parole, their mission, and how they serve the community.
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Biological and Genetic Influences on Criminal BehaviorA brief overview of the influences biology and genetics play in criminal behavior.
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Differences Between Prosocial Adolescents and Antisocial AdolescentsFocuses on the differences between prosocial adolescents and adults as compared to antisocial adolescents and adults. Focuses on developmental pathways, personality characteristics, and typical problem behaviors.
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Creating a Successful Rehabilitation ProgramDescribes the components needed in order to provide a rehabilitation program that is likely to be successful at lowering offender recidivism.
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The Effects of Stability and Continuity on Criminal BehaviorA discussion of the effects of stability and continuity on individal criminal behavior.
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Brain Mechanisms Associated with Aggression and Criminal BehaviorA review of the different brain areas believed to play a role in aggressive behavior and criminality.
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Biological Differences Between Men and Women: How Behavior is EffectedDescribes biological differences in the brain between men and women and how these differences help to explain behavioral differences between the sexes.
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Offender Assessment While Incarcerated: Reasons for AssessmentAn overview of the many different reasons why an offender might be assessed while incarcerated.
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Effectiveness of Deterrence as a Crime Control PolicyAn overview of general and specific deterrence as well as a review of the effectiveness of deterrence theory to prevent crime.
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Incapacitation as a Crime Control Policy: The Incapacitation EffectDescribes the incapacitation effect and the likelihood that incapacitation will play a role in future crime control methods.
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The Principles of Effective Intervention with Offender PopulationsAn overview of the principle of effective intervention and how it relates to offender populations.
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Correctional Classification Systems and UsesThere are a number of ways and reasons to classify offenders. Assessing risk to other offenders and the general population and likelihood of benefiting from treatment are two assessment reasons.
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Static and Dynamic Risk Assessment Factors Used Within the Correctional FieldAn over view of a number of static and dynamic risk factors used to assess convicts within the correctional field. There is also a set of guidelines that would be helpful to the correctional officer who wishes to asses.
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Generational Differences in Racial StereotypesRacial stereotypes and levels of racism were compared between two generations. Race was found to play a role in racism. Racial bias was found in Hispanics with the older generation having more racially biased views than the younger generation.
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Exonerations: Current Trends and Future DirectionsInnocent people are sent to prison every year for crimes they are falsely convicted for. Exonerations release these falsely convicted individuals and allow them to return to society.
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Eyewitness Testimony: Is it Accurate Enough to Convict?Eyewitness testimony is flawed in a number of ways. This article examines the research on eyewitness testimony and attempts to conclude if eyewitness testimony is actually accurate enough to convict.
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Phantom Limb Pain and Its Treatment Using HypnosisPhantom limb pain is a very real phenomenon that may occur when an individual has a limb amputated. Hpnosis is a viable and effective way of treating phantom limb pain.
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The Death of Innocence: Juveniles in Adult CourtJuveniles are increasingly being tried in adult courts for their crimes.
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Childhood Obsessive Compulsive Disorder: Symptoms, Treatment, and Unique ChallengesChildhood obsessive compulsive disorder can be tricky to diagnose and treat. There are also several unique challenges associated with raising a child with obsessive compulsive disorder.
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Daycare: The Benefits and Drawbacks of Extended UseDaycare is used extensively within the United States by families where both spouses are working. There are benefits and drawbacks to this extended use.
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John Wycliffe and the Beginnings of Religious Movements Throughout EnglandA historical review of John Wycliffe and his contributions to society.
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Community Oriented PolicingAn evaluation of Community Oriented Policing (COP)
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Random Preventive Police PatrolAn article evaluating the effectiveness of random preventive patrol.
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Population Dynamics in the United StatesThe dynamics of the population within the United States can change dramatically based on a number of factors.
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The Right to Bear Arms: Gun Control in the United StatesThe debate of gun control has been going strong within the United States for several decades and does not appear that it will wane any time soon.
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American Values: Our Unique ValuesAmericans adhere to a number of unique values that they hold to a higher importance than do individuals in other countries.
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The Horatio Alger Myth is Alive and Well in American CultureAmericans are still able to work their way up in the United States and make themselves something from nothing.
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Health Care Reform in the United StatesHealth care within the United States is a flawed system that requires some form of reform before it can properly care for the whole population.
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What You Need Before Bringing a Hedgehog HomeBringing a new hedgehog home can be a very exciting time but it will be much less stressful for the hedgehog if his needs have been met ahead of time.
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The Pros and Cons of Small Animal BeddingThere are a number of different types of small animal bedding that are used for a variety of small and exotic pet breeds.
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Tending to the Needs of Your Long-haired Exotic PetIt can be difficult keeping your pet's long hair from becoming tangled and ragged looking unless you properly maintain and care for your pet's hair.
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Sea Monkeys Make Great PetsSea Monkeys have come a long way since they were first introduced to the public. With new methods of caring for the Sea Monkeys they are a great alternative to a more traditional pet.
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Resources for Showing Your Small AnimalAs the popularity of showing small and exotic pets increases so do the number of resources available to those who wish to enter there pets in small animal shows.
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Protecting Your Pot Bellied Pig from the Swine FluHow to care for your pet pot bellied pig in order to prevent them from contracting the swine flu or other illnesses.
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Keeping a Panther Chameleon as a PetInteresting facts and information related to keeping a Panther Chameleon as a pet.
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Keeping a Guinea Pig as a PetInteresting facts and information related to keeping a Guinea Pig as a pet.
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Keeping a Cockatiel as a PetInteresting facts and information related to keeping a Cockatiel as a pet.
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Pet Care Before, During, and After a TornadoAlthough being involved in a natural disaster can be a frightful experience, it is important to properly care for yourself and your pets.
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Keeping Scorpions as PetsScorpions can make excellent pets when kept in an appropriate environment.
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Is a Bunny Really the Best Gift to Give This Easter?Easter is a great time to spend with family and friends and to give small tokens to the people you care about. However, rabbits should not be given as Easter presents.
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Introducing Your Exotic Pet to Your NewbornHow to introduce your newborn to your small and exotic pets.
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Health Benefits of Raising PetsIn the failing economy it may seem that having a pet is a luxury that most people can no longer afford, however there are a number of health benefits to owning a pet that may justify the expense.
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Guinea Pig Breed and Pattern VariationsA guide to the numerous Guinea Pig breeds and pattern variations.
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Gerbil Color and Pattern VariationsHw to tell the difference between gerbil colors and patterns.
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Ferret Color and Pattern VariationsAn informative article highlighting the differences between ferret colors and patterns.
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Before Buying a Guinea Pig: Picking a Healthy PetSigns to look for in order to buy a healthy pet Guinea Pig.
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Review of Cuddly Cavies CreationsReview of the online store Cuddly Cavies Creations which specializes in clothing and costumes for Guinea Pigs.
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Love PoemA poem about love.
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Love PoemA poem about love.