Sociology 12/5

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Criminology

Lecture on Hypnotically Refreshed Testimony

Discussion: Should hypnosis, and similar techniques, be used in the criminal justice system? Why or why not?

I hope all of you have found someone to interview for your project. If you are still having trouble locating someone, I may be able to arrange something for you. Please come to me after class with questions or concerns.


Death and Dying

Lecture on Euthanasia

Discussion: Considering the ramifications personally as well as socially, do you believe people have the "right to die"? Should people be able to choose when to end their lives absolutely, should there be laws that allow only physician-assisted suicides and how should they be written if so, or should no one be able to make that choice for themselves?

And for your information, you will be having a final exam. Please begin reviewing your course materials. A study guide will be made available at a later date.

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Re: After Class

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Maia jumps a little at Grissom's tone but she nods. "I know you are." Her voice was very quiet "But sometimes, its nice to let people who care about you help you. Its not about taking care of you or your ability to take care of yourself, its about letting people help because..." Maia hesitated "because thats what people do for their friends." She finished staring down at her hands now.

Re: After Class

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Grissom is silent for a moment, and then looks up.

"I apologize. That was uncalled for. I didn't mean to snap at you, I'm just not having the best day. Thank you for your concern, I appreciate it."

Re: After Class

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Maia rose slowly and nodded. "It's ok, no need to apologize." She frowned and then laid her hand on Grissom's shoulder "It's going to get better." She looked into his eyes for a moment and then nodded giving his shoulder a squeeze. "We should go have coffee sometime." She said still watching him.

Re: After Class

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He sighs. "How about a glass of wine? Easier on the digestion," he says with a tentative smile.

"I am sorry."

Re: After Class

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Maia's smile brightened "Wine would be wonderful. Just say when and we'll do that." Maia picked up her bag and smiled again. "I know you are, its ok."

Re: After Class

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"I'll give you a call this evening, once I can take care of things here."

He tossed the ramen out and picked up the apple. "I'll see you later."

Re: After Class

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Maia smiled as he took the apple. "Alright I'll talk to you later." She walked out of the room wondering what in the world to get Grissom for Christmas