Genetic Testing In Employment
By Veronica Emilia Nuzzolo, MBA, MAOP
On May 21, 2008, President George W. Bush signed the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA) into law. Congress enacted GINA because of the increased use of genetic testing. According to Congress as research progresses and new genetic information is presented these advances may result in the misuse of genetic information to discriminate in health insurance and employment, (GINA Section 2). (more…)
The Untouchables…
By Veronica Emilia Nuzzolo, MBA, MAOP
Many articles have been written about bad bosses, destructive person
alities, or the charismatic, narcissistic leader. But could it be that the real reason destructive personalities continue to thrive in leadership is because of conducive organizational cultures and the refusal to report bad leader behavior? (more…)
Really,, Your Genes Made You Do It?
By Veronica Emilia Nuzzolo, M.Ed., Ph.D.
Genetic influences are those inherent traits that specific genes are credited for. Behavioral genetics is the study of genetics that attempts to determine the connection between genes and patterns of behaviors and the environment (i).
I find most interesting the topic of alcoholism. Scientific/biological research has suggested that there are specific genes that determine if one would be more prone to addiction than others. For this particular issue the discussion suggests that if you possess the “addictive” gene and are exposed to environments that promote the use of alcohol then it is more than likely that this person will become an alcoholic. This environmental factor coupled with the genetic makeup of the individual appears to be a combination of genetics and environment, influences, and learning choices. (more…)
My Apologies, I Am a Bit Under the Weather Today….
Stigma
By Veronica Emilia Nuzzolo, M.Ed., Ph.D.
I woke up this morning,, really just not feeling myself,, it was a struggle to get out of bed,, I physically hurt, I forced myself up and out, because I had to, I have to go to work, I cannot afford to be out sick,,
I’m a bit ill, a little under the weather,, I will be fine,,, oh, how nice everyone in the office is,, so very concerned,, do you feel o.k., can I do anything for you,, would you like a nice hot cup of tea,, feel better soon,, oh aren’t you so kind,, I will be fine,, thank you,,, (more…)
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