Cosmetic Operations in the Arab World.

Cosmetic operations in the Arab world are not restricted to women anymore. In fact, men entered this field and became a noticed number, increasing day after day. People in the Arab world thought that cosmetics operations are against their religion. Now people approached this field, and cosmetic centers began to spread all over the Arab countries, including the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Gulf.

After the majority of cosmetics seekers use to approach Harley street in London or Beverly Hills in Los Angeles California, or Paris, seeking the best results and trying to protect their privacy for this sensitive subject. They began now to approach clinics and hospitals that spread all over the Arab countries without fear or hesitation or shyness. In addition to high cost they used to pay, and spending most of their vacations in treatment. The Author of "Everything Women Should Know about Cosmetic Surgery" Dr. Jan Adams said "Although many patients think of plastic surgeries as a quick and permanent fix, it's likely that few understand its risks and frequently temporary results."

According to the statistics of the International Society of Cosmetics Doctors in 2001, which had been counted from about 850 members all around 30 countries, the U.S ranked first according to total numbers of cosmetics operations performed there for 21%, followed by Brazil 14%, then Mexico 8%. As for the Arab countries that participated in this statistics, Jordan came in the 22nd place with 0.47%, Egypt 24th for 0.33%, and last U.A.E 26th for 0.27%.

Cosmetic operations include two important types: the first are the corrective operations and the other one are operations done for good look such as lipo suction and others. The first cosmetic operation in the Arab world had been done in Libya, as a face lifting at the 70's. From where cosmetics operations find large success and great admiration in Libya during the last three years. Currently there are about 200 abdomen make up done in Libya every year for both men and women. More people from Arab countries are approaching Libya seeking this kind of operation for less money, which represent about 5-15% of the cost of similar operation in Europe.

Some Saudis think that cosmetics operations cope to the scientific, social, cultural and civil progress in any society, which leaded to substantial progress in this field especially during the last 15 years, while on the other side numbers of Saudi surgeons who obtained postgraduate study certificates in the field of cosmetics operation are increasing. The cost of cosmetics operations in the Kingdom depends on the type of the operation's difficulty and the experience of the performing surgeon. However, there are those kinds of cosmetics operations that deal with accidents results, burns and scratches, and the costs of such operations are moderate and affordable to all. As for the cosmetics operations that are aimed to beauty and appearance, they're more costly, including lipo suction to improve the body. In addition to stable the stomach and its result of weight increase and frequent pregnancies for women, and reform to breast enlargement for men, that cause them great embarrassment, so they're forced to go to these cosmetics operations.

On of the main cosmetics operations that both men and women approach so many cases are nose reform operations. Generally, the cost is between 8000-20,000 riyals. As for face tailor it can cost up to 12,000 riyals and will hold till more than 10 years. The most interesting in Saudi cases is that a large numbers of Saudi women go to the clinics secretly and they request their noses to be reformed to be like their star idol. Jeddah cosmetics hospitals receive more than 120 women weekly so they can be like their idol. In the U.A.E cosmetics operations also wide spread especially during the last five years, and more people are approaching cosmetic centers in Dubai. The most interesting is that men are approaching these kinds of operations like hair implanting, removing excess fat and nose operations. That represents the majority of cosmetics operations and reached about 60%.

Breast operations witnessed great progress in Egypt, which is the most famous operation on the country, and total number of operations might reach till 25,000 each year. According to Sayidaty magazine issue 8937, 35% of Egyptian women are between 17 and 50 years old, are considered obese, and 45% are under the excess weight.

Nose and ear operations fever shifted to Qatar, where men and women are crowding in the cosmetics centers, which assured women obsession on these operations weather they're in the face, chest or abdomen. Nose operations are witnessing great attraction from both men and women. The costs of such operations are between 8,000-20,000 SR, depending on length and difficulty of the operation and the surgeon's reputation


As for Lebanon it is known that around 10,000 operations are done annually in this field, 30% of which aren't for Lebanese, and most of them are from Saudi Arabia and the Gulf. The first specialized hospital in cosmetics affairs had been established in 1999, and it receive about 140 operations every month, which means more than 1680 operations annually, 40% of which are for visitors who come from outside Lebanon and most of them are from the Gulf. It is noticed that total number of males who approach such kinds of operations are increasing while they represent about 30% of people who seek to have operations and most of them are doing nose operations.

Despite the large numbers of operations, cosmetics operations aren't yet considered a phenomenon against traditions, especially if we know that in the USA total number of women who performed operations reached more than 23 million last year. This issue isn't simple, as cosmetics operations veil so many risks, the most important which are the elements used in it, especially those used to enlarge lips or breasts, that are done through silicon or through water and salt.

Silicon is known for its toxic, especially its relation to breast cancer, as reports had been published in New York Times last month, which leaded to failure to some of companies that deals with this stuff. During 1998 Daewoo chemicals, the largest silicon manufacturer paid about 3.2 billion dollars to a large number of people who had suffered from their product. "Another competitive inhibitor is botox. We recognize that one way to cause wrinkles on the skin is muscle contraction and what botox does is essentially smooth out those wrinkles by paralyzing the muscles. "Said Dr. Adams

To sum up, people now are not satisfied with what God has given them. Instead of thanking Him, they torture themselves and pay fortune just to look beautiful, not knowing that beauty is the confidence that comes from the heart and soul not just a phony figure

How to Repair a Broken Heart?

If you are suffering from a broken heart, do not worry, you are not the only one. A lot of people fall into relationships that are not suitable for them. The end of a relationship means the beginning of a period of healing for both people. If the break up was not mutual the person who ended things may be dealing with guilt and feelings that made a mistake. The person being broken up with will definitely have to adjust to being rejected and to live a life without their lover. How do you get through those first few weeks? Here are a few things everybody must do in the early days of a break up to let the healing begin.
First, start a journal. This will help you sort out your thoughts; feelings and emotions like writing a list of all the things that bugged you about him/her, focus on all the things about your past lover that drove you crazy. Think about these things often and replay them in your mind over and over. Then write it down and post it by your mirror. It will make you feel better to remember that your past lover was not perfect and that there are things you won’t really miss. Or talk out your feelings with close friends. Get everything out so that you won’t hold it inside. Your friends may get sick of hearing you talk about the situation but you need to let out all your feelings and thoughts. Cry if you want to. It’s alright to cry over a loss. Don’t hold back, let the tears roll. Their purpose is to cleanse you of any pain.
Second, distract yourself by doing something you've never done before every day. This could mean walking the neighbor's dog or playing Scrabble with your mom. You can learn sign language or learn a card trick and then impress your friends with your new magic skills. Plus, you can volunteer for your favorite cause. There are bigger things out there than anyone. If you can't then go on an adventure by yourself: see a movie, or to the beach. It's good to remember how to hang out just with yourself. Go to the zoo. The monkeys might remind you of him/her which in the end helps you to recognize why it's best you're not still a couple.
Third, move the furniture around in your room. Redecorate your space. You might just need a fresh look on things to cheer you up like planting some flowers in the yard, or in a pot for your windowsill. Change your look by dying your hair a funky temporary color like purple.
Forth, let go of mementos. Put away or give away anything and everything that reminds you of the relationship. Hide them out of sight so they will be out of mind until you are able to remember the relationship without longing for it to still be going strong or a better idea Have a garage sale and sell all of the presents he/she gave you during your relationship.
Finally, mending a broken heart is not easy but it can be done. Just stick to the notes above and before you know it you’ll be just fine and even better than you were in a relationship. Good luck!

Causes and Effects of Stress in Students.

Stress is an enormous problem for students. Students can not function properly because of stress. Stress can effect their studies, social life and even their life itself. In addition, stress can lead to nervousness and mental break down. So, when a student is under stress, he/she must deal with it and find a solution for their problem. In the following lines, I will analyze the causes and effects of stress in students.

On of the main causes of stress is dead line pressure that is to hand in assignments and projects for many courses in a certain time. This causes confusion for the students to remember what to hand in at what time. Another cause of stress is parent's expectation for their son/daughter to be the best in class. The student will do anything to be accepted in the same college as his /her parents were, even in the same major just to satisfy their parents. In addition, when the student is accepted in college, he/she will try anything to be the best. This causes competition between the students. Not to mention the discouragement from doctors or teachers to devastate the students when they shout at them.

As a result of these causes, students may start felling overwhelmed because they have too much to do in little time, they can not possibly do everything they feel they must to. They may feel angry, unfairly judged and lack of patience with everything. They may feel that they don't have enough time to have fun or to be with their family or friends. They may cry and get upset about small things, even they worry about everything. There different symptoms of stress. It includes headaches; stomach aches; chest pains, diarrhea, sweating, sleeplessness, increased heart rate and it may lead to alcohol and drug addiction.

To prevent stress, avoid cigarette. Smoking can cause illness and death; students tend to smoke more when under stress. Exercise regularly helps students to look and feel better and provides health benefits. Get plenty of rest to help students to maintain health and deal better with their problems. Do not drink too much caffeine, because it speeds up the body and can exaggerate the effects of stress. Finally, learn to manage stress and to keep a perspective on things that are important and those are not.

Shocking news: UFO in Jazan!!!!


On June 3rd, 2003. There were an alien landing marks in Jazan. This issue brought up a lot of questions weather it was true or not. On the other hand, many eye witnesses saw it and they confirmed it looked like a UFO. Security resources said it this object might be a spy airplane that went through Saudi Arabia. A lot Amoud Valley people noticed the landing of this awkward object at 9:00 AM on Monday morning, which it caused a collective panicking to the people and the animals of the valley who saw everything.

Abdul Rahman Al-Ousaimi, the mayor of the valley talked to one of the newspaper reporters while he was on his way to check on scene. The mayor heard from the people about this weird event that scared them. He added that the size of the UFO was not that big, but it shape and form was frightened. Al-Watan newspaper founded out from its resources that a specialized unit went to check the scene and investigate the people.

One of the local newspapers went to check the scene of the landing of this object, and met few of the people to get more information about this matter. Salman Al-Raithy (one of the witnesses) said that he actually saw this weird object flying on a low altitude. Then, it landed on the ground, and it stayed nearly half an hour, then it flew again. An old woman suffered from inflexibility in her feet from how much she was afraid after she saw that flying object. She said that she couldn't move, and stayed next to the object. She described it as a circular flying object, and it was on the size of an eagle.

Since this bizarre event, the Amoud Valley witnessed a lot of weird events. One of it was the appearance of sulfuric poisonous water in one of the people's well. This caused a lot of curious people (even from the Gulf countries) to demand from the Farming Ministry for tests on the well for answers. However, the ministry had to fill up the well after it was confirmed that it contained a poisonous elements.

The question is, is there any connection between the mysterious death of animals and the appearance of this flying object in the area? Is it possible that Jazan might be a secret base for aliens? Could it be that these sudden deaths was caused by exposing to radiation or virus from outside the solar system? How come Jazan area? Will Saudi Arabia witness more future activity of UFO's?

Aggression.

The source of aggression within humans is a long summative list, but before trying to understand its source one must apply a working definition of aggression. Aggression in Oxford dictionary means hostile behavior that launches attacks and initiates unprovoked hostilities. Aggression first started in the behavior of animals, and it transferred to human beings. Aggression is a critical part of animal existence, which is an inherent driving force to humans. In this essay, I will analyze the major sources of aggression in humans, expose its effects and provide some solution.

The first cause of aggression is the environmental factors. For example, parental pressure for their child to seek perfection in his/her life can cause aggression. In addition, children can be aggressive by being exposed to negative media like action movies or violent video game. Also, another main cause of aggression is stress in the social life. For example, a person is exposed to pressure at work can be aggressive, or a student who is filled with home works, assignments and studying for exams can feel the pressure and might lead to aggression.

To sum up, the causes of aggression are very awful and sad. However, the effects are even more tragic, hideous and horrible.

Aggression can effect in more than one way. First, youth can be more violent, and harm themselves and the people around them. Second, it can affect their grades by getting distracted from studying. And they might turn into criminals. In addition, it can develop psychological problems, and individuals might become incompetent, alienated and isolated. And it could lead to break up a marriage and divorce. That has a negative effect on children.

So what can we do to reduce aggression? Well, the best answer is to try hard to control anger and to change life style. However, the media should also stop exposing visual violence. Last but not least, people must start supporting themselves and the unfortunate people or groups.