This document discusses the 2007 Virginia Tech shooting by Asian American student Seung-Hui Cho and the mental health issues faced by Asian American students. It explores reasons for Cho's actions like bullying, depression, mutism, and loneliness. Asian American students often face pressure from parents, peers, and stereotypes. Suggestions are provided for teachers, parents, students, and others to help address these issues through communication, support systems, expressing love, and building confidence. The mental health of many Asian Americans is impacted by pressures from society and lack of understanding.
The document discusses the history of chocolate, from its origins in Mesoamerica to its spread throughout Europe. Cacao beans were first used as currency and medicine by the Olmecs and Mayans before Spanish conquistadors brought chocolate to Europe in the 16th century. It then grew in popularity among the elite classes and was promoted as a health drink. Chocolate eventually became commercially produced and more widely consumed in the 18th century.
Many Asian populations feel politically apathetic due to cultural differences, language barriers, and a belief that they are not part of American politics. Common reasons for apathy include not having time to vote, illness or disability, and a belief that one's vote does not matter. The document encourages Asian communities to become more politically active through organizations, convenient voting processes, and strong Asian leadership as ways to increase engagement.
This document discusses the 2007 Virginia Tech shooting by Asian American student Seung-Hui Cho and the mental health issues faced by Asian American students. It explores reasons for Cho's actions like bullying, depression, mutism, and loneliness. Asian American students often face pressure from parents, peers, and stereotypes. Suggestions are provided for teachers, parents, students, and others to help address these issues through communication, support systems, expressing love, and building confidence. The mental health of many Asian Americans is impacted by pressures from society and lack of understanding.
The document discusses the history of chocolate, from its origins in Mesoamerica to its spread throughout Europe. Cacao beans were first used as currency and medicine by the Olmecs and Mayans before Spanish conquistadors brought chocolate to Europe in the 16th century. It then grew in popularity among the elite classes and was promoted as a health drink. Chocolate eventually became commercially produced and more widely consumed in the 18th century.
Many Asian populations feel politically apathetic due to cultural differences, language barriers, and a belief that they are not part of American politics. Common reasons for apathy include not having time to vote, illness or disability, and a belief that one's vote does not matter. The document encourages Asian communities to become more politically active through organizations, convenient voting processes, and strong Asian leadership as ways to increase engagement.