Multi-Dimensional Movement Arts® (MDMA®) is a bodywork modality practiced in warm water, combining massage and yoga-like techniques to relax and realign the physical, energetic, spiritual, and emotional bodies. Developed by Sandy Friedland, it allows clients to fully relax their muscles and experience potential emotional and spiritual releases. The technique can be applied anytime, by anyone, […]
The Slow Movement, or Movimento Lento, is a cultural shift towards a slower pace of life. It started with Slow Food in Italy in 1986, advocating for natural and regional foods. Slow Travel, Slow Design, Slow Sport, Slow Shopping, and Slow Work followed. The World Institute of Slowness and Cittaslow in Italy joined the movement. […]
The militia movement in the US believes citizens must train in armed militias to defend their constitutional rights. They interpret the Second Amendment as allowing them to fight against the government if it oversteps its limits. Some groups believe in a New World Order conspiracy or are motivated by religion or racism. Not all groups […]
The anti-slavery movement aimed to abolish slavery, particularly the transatlantic slave trade. It originated in the mid-16th century and gained momentum in the late 18th century, led by England and Scotland. In the US, notable figures included William Lloyd Garrison, Frederick Douglass, John Brown, and Harriet Beecher Stowe. The movement culminated in the American Civil […]
The Down to the Countryside movement was a policy by Mao Zedong in the 1960s and 1970s to send urban youth to work in villages to remove bourgeois feelings and reduce urban population. It aimed to increase agricultural production and reduce urban unrest, but had negative physical and psychological effects on those involved. It resulted […]
The civil rights movement fought for equality among different peoples, with a focus on African Americans in the United States between 1950 and the early 1990s. Martin Luther King Jr. was a key leader who used peaceful protests to end discrimination and promote suffrage. The movement’s roots can be traced back to slavery and the […]
Stereotypic movement disorder is a condition where a person repeatedly makes purposeless movements, potentially harming themselves and interfering with normal activities. The cause is unknown, but it can be caused by medical conditions, drug use, or have behavioral, genetic, or neurological origins. It occurs more often in boys and is most common in adolescence. Treatment […]
Political movements are organized groups attempting to change behavior and mindset on social issues, often leading to legislation. Examples include the civil rights movement and the pursuit of same-sex marriage rights. These movements often have recognizable leaders and use various tactics to gain support. Success depends on the effectiveness of supporters in convincing others. In […]
The Good Roads Movement, led by cyclists, aimed to improve road conditions in America from 1880 to 1916. Poorly maintained and unpaved roads were difficult to navigate and hindered rural development. The movement spread nationally, advocating for government funding, bike lanes, and organized traffic laws. The movement owes its birth to the bicycle, but cyclists […]
The temperance movement in the US aimed to reduce or eliminate alcohol consumption, citing negative effects on society. Prohibition laws were passed in the 19th and 20th centuries, but were eventually repealed due to unintended negative consequences, such as an increase in crime rates and organized crime activity. In the United States, the temperance movement […]
The abolitionist movement in the 19th century aimed for an immediate end to slavery and included organized efforts in both the North and South of the United States. Abolitionists wanted black emancipation and the right to land, education, and the vote. The movement was motivated by Christianity and the hypocrisy of opposing monarchical rule while […]
Resistance movements are political protests against foreign occupation or government policies. They can be violent or nonviolent, such as the French underground resistance during WWII or Gandhi’s nonviolent resistance against British rule in India. Insurgencies and religious conflicts can also lead to resistance movements. Protests against a government can also be classified as resistance movements, […]
The Black Power Movement was a time during the 1960s when African Americans changed their views on how to gain economic power, political power, and civil rights. The movement evolved during a time when black people were said to be free and equal, although the reality of life proved otherwise. Prior to the Black Power […]
The Progressive Movement in the US occurred between Reconstruction and WWI, with a focus on social changes and the use of science and reason. It aimed to regulate business and promote innovation, and was supported by middle-class workers and journalists. The movement led to important changes such as women’s suffrage, prohibition, and the establishment of […]
Fetal movement begins around 7-9 weeks after conception and can be felt by the mother between 16-22 weeks. Movement includes bending, stretching, kicking, and punching. During the third trimester, movement is quite strong, and the fetus can even move to the beat of music or a familiar voice. The fetus moves 50 times or more […]
The open source movement involves skilled volunteers developing software that can be modified and distributed for free. It has reduced technology costs and enabled educational and non-profit groups to use technology. Notable examples include Linux, Apache, Firefox, and OpenOffice. Open source hardware is also becoming popular. Open source software is different from free proprietary software […]
Decreased fetal movement can occur naturally but may also indicate a problem. Patients should discuss changes in fetal activity with their obstetricians and use the pregnancy kick count to establish a baseline. A decrease in fetal movement can indicate a circulation problem or fetal death. Patients should report decreased fetal movement to their doctor and […]
The hospice movement provides end-of-life care that focuses on patient comfort and dignity, rather than curative measures. It began in the 1960s with British physician Cicely Saunders, who identified the need for total patient comfort. Hospice care can be provided at home, in a specialized hospital setting, or in another setting. Members of the movement […]
A motion is a written request filed by a party in a legal proceeding with the court, outlining the reasons for the request. There are audible and unheard motions, and they require various documents and supporting evidence. The court responds with a decision, and common types of motions include a motion to dismiss and a […]
A limine motion is a motion made before a trial begins to seek a decision on evidence. Lawyers can file pre-liminary motions to exclude evidence or challenge its admissibility. The purpose is to prevent the evidence from prejudicing the jury. Lawyers can also challenge evidence in court if they are not successful in their pre-trial […]
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