Geoffrey W. Sutton PhD, Psychology and Culture

  I read a lot of papers and manuscripts and find so many errors. I'm not talking about graduate students. I'm talking about professors, clinicians, and famous authors writing for journals and magazines. The editing work of popular books is better, but their work is not perfect. If major authors cannot get things right with the help of professional editors, I would guess most of us need some extra help. It turns out that some people are unaware of the "Read Aloud" option in Microsoft Word. So, here's what I found. I can proofread my text with the “Read Aloud” option in Microsoft Word.  to try it, type some text to be read. You will need speakers hooked up to hear the voice. Also, you will need a recent version of word that includes the "Read Aloud" option. Firstly, click on the Review Tab at the top of the Ribbon. Secondly, find the “Read Aloud” item on the left section of the ribbon--see below. Thirdly, place your curso...

  On 11 September 2020, in the former slave state of Missouri, a man driving a truck in Springfield slowed by a house. The Black woman looked up, thinking he might want directions. Instead, he hurled that ugliest of racial epithets, "Hey nigger!" He drove off. Racism continues to thrive like a deadly virus. I think it impossible to really understand US slavery or racism from my location in 2020; however, I believe the quest is important for all who live in America and want to create a future that embraces the ideals of liberty and justice for all. As many have said, slavery has been a part of human history for millennia. And it is noteworthy in a nation formed by so many Christian tribes that slavery was a part of Christian history. The 1619 Education Project When trying to set the context for US slavery, it is difficult to know where to set the boundaries of context. The 1619 project of The New York Times focuses attention on the arrival of more than 20 Africans sold to...

  Poor from Edge search- photo free to use Have you ever known someone who got food stamps? Do you know any folks getting help under the Medicaid or Medicare programs? Do you know anyone who got government help to train for a job after they became too disabled to do their previous work? Do you know anyone who borrowed a book from a public library? These socialist programs are under attack by Conservatives in 2020. It’s no secret that conservatives believe people should take the responsibility for their own welfare and not be a tax burden on their fellow citizens. Conservatives oppose socialism. Truly, businesses and workers would pay less in taxes if social programs were cancelled provided that the money wasn’t spent on other projects. I have known a lot of people who depended on food stamps (or food benefits) and Medicaid until they were able to obtain work. Others need financial assistance to retrain for work following a disability. Personally, I don’t mind paying...

  Socialism is evident in American Education. Recently, socialist policies have come under attack. I got a good education at the public High School in Millville, NJ. Millions of Americans attend public schools between Kindergarten and Grade 12. And many of us go on to state universities for additional studies. All of these schools are funded by taxpayers. K-12 are free except for the cost of personal supplies. State universities get funds from taxpayers, student tuition, grants, and investments. In addition to public schools, wealthy people who send their children to private schools also get socialist tax-breaks. Nonprofit institutions do not may taxes, which places a burden on workers and businesses to cover all the things our taxes pay for. I think it is a good thing for all members of a democratic society to have a basic education. I might disagree on the components of a basic education and how many years a person should get at tax-payer expense, but I believe public ed...

Wisconsin Man Shot by Police Everyday, American police put their lives on the line to keep communities safe from violence. Many deal with the trauma of urban combat for years--trauma that affects their minds and relationships. America needs a strong blue line. Police Officers Shot in Philadelphia Headlines reveal black families torn by grief as another loved one lies before us gunned down by a police officer. The traumatic scene is an image played on the minds of children, spouses, and parents. The hole in the heart lasts a lifetime. American police can be judged unfairly by the lurid and obscene violence of a few officers. American protesters can be judged unfairly by the destructive and wanton destruction of family businesses and cars. Racism exists and must be protested when racists show their fists. Peaceful protesters need police protection. Laws, policies, and training programs must be changed as needed to promote safe communities. Systemic Racism can exist in unjust laws, unjust...

  QAnon offers a religious worldview, that has won the minds of some conservative American Christians. Katelyn Beaty ( 2020, August 17 ) opines “Once the fascination of far-right commentators and their followers, QAnon is no longer fringe.” Argentino calculates a huge increase in QAnon content ( 2020, July 8 ). I have been researching the QAnon movement since 2018. Based on my most recent social media analysis, QAnon has seen a 71 per cent increase in Twitter content and a 651 per cent increase on Facebook since March 2020. New Religious Movements (NRMs) used to be called cults, but behavioral scientists have dropped the term cult because of its negative connotation. Religious scholars remind us that at one time Christianity was considered a cult. QAnon appears to be an NRM with a strong attraction for some evangelical Christians concerned about their faith and their country. Hypotheses about the growth of QAnon are not in short supply . Pastor Jon Thorngate of Wiscons...

Why I don’t post about religion on my personal page.   I  have friends who have various religious beliefs or none at all on all continents except Antarctica. I respect their cultural traditions and I want the same respect. Friendship is about good relationships. I enjoy sharing news about family and friends, experiences we have in common like places we lived or schools we attended, and interesting places to see or visit. I’ve never cared for intrusive salespeople— religious or otherwise. If I want advice, I will do my own research or ask a friend. Perhaps that's why I like shopping online--I never liked sales people trying to push me into buying something I didn't really want. It's so damned annoying! It's worse when religious people want to force their books and pamphlets on you at your home or in your face in public spaces. The whole problem is one of disrespect. I have an interest in religion and I write about that. Interested friends can read my blogs about Cu...