While Under Political Crises During the Rule of the Hasmoneans

question 27

Essay

While under political crises during the rule of the Hasmoneans, issues of what it really meant to be Jewish arose. Discuss how the ancient Jews understood what it meant to be Jewish in terms of how the basic principles of their religion united them and how differences in interpretation of the Law splintered them into a number of sects. Name the fundamental religious beliefs they all shared.

Understand the complexities and challenges in distinguishing between addictive and nonaddictive substances.

Recognize the key questions and indicators that can help identify addiction.

Define and distinguish between obsessions and compulsions.

Recognize the characteristics and misconceptions associated with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).

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Definitions:

Type 2 Diabetes

A chronic condition characterized by high blood sugar levels due to the body's inability to effectively use insulin.

Cognitive Behavioral

A psychological approach that addresses dysfunctional emotions, behaviors, and cognitions through a goal-oriented, systematic process.

Emotion-focused

A therapeutic approach aimed at helping individuals manage and cope with difficult emotions rather than attempting to directly change them.

Hypnosis

A trance-like state of focused attention, increased suggestibility, and heightened imagination, often used for therapeutic purposes.