Some Commentators Argue That Canada Has Developed a System of "Prime

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Essay

Some commentators argue that Canada has developed a system of "prime ministerial government" in which the prime minister far overshadows other members of the government and where power is too concentrated. Is this true and are fears occasionally expressed about the prime ministers becoming overly powerful justified?

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Definitions:

Dopamine Hypothesis

A theory suggesting that the imbalance of dopamine levels in the brain plays a significant role in the development of schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders.

L-dopa

A chemical precursor to dopamine, used as a medication primarily in the treatment of Parkinson's disease to increase dopamine levels in the brain and alleviate symptoms.

Phenothiazines

A group of antihistamine drugs that became the first group of effective antipsychotic medications.

Psychodynamic Approaches

A set of psychological theories and therapeutic methods which emphasize the influence of the unconscious mind and childhood experiences on behavior.