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I checked it, use this version form now on. You should arrange it a bit (there is for ex. one page that has only one picture on it). You're also missing the town in some of the books listed in the bibliography. I have changed it teacher. :) ok. you can print it and start on the PP.

TITLE: ﻿Indians - the First American Medicine Men THESIS STATEMENT: Although called Charlatans,these wise men are able to cure 'incurable' diseases with the only use of plants opposing to modern medicine which is uncapable of finding cures for 'death-calling' diseases like cancer,AIDS,leukemia,etc. STRUCTURE: Table of contents:
 * Introduction ||  ||
 * 1. Native-Americans ||  ||
 * 1.1.Back in time ||  ||
 * 1.2.Contemporary times ||  ||
 * 2.The role of Spirit & Connection ||  ||
 * 2.1.The Body ||  ||
 * 2.2.Herbal Plants ||  ||
 * 2.3.Rituals ||  ||
 * 3.Medicine men ||  ||
 * 3.1.Shamans ||  ||
 * 4.Today ||  ||
 * Conclusion ||  ||
 * Bibliography ||  ||

INTRODUCTION: BODY: Chapter 1. Native-Americans Native Americans in the United States are the indigenous peoples in North America within the boundaries of the present-day continental United States, parts of Alaska, and the island state of Hawaii. The terms used to refer to Native Americans are controversial but they like to refer to themselves as American Indians or Indians. 1.1.Back in time The American Indians have a large history begining from the pre-columbians,going through slavery and wars.Although going through hard times,they survived the many dangers which they have encountered. 1.2.Contemporary times Many Indian tribes have nowadays managed to obtain federal recognition from the USA,many Indians becoming representatives of their tribes in the US Goverment. Chapter 2.Role of Spirit & Connection To Native Americans, health is a continual process of staying strong spiritually, mentally, and physically. This strength keeps away or overcomes the forces that cause illness. People must stay in harmony with themselves, other people, their natural environment, and their Creator. 2.1.The Body The body is an expression of the spirit to Native Americans. Each person is responsible for his/her own health. All thoughts and actions have consequences, creating harmony or disharmony. Disharmony can cause illness. 2.2.Herbal Plants Self-medication with herbal remedies is very efficient,however,it can be a real danger.For many plants can cause unpleasant side effects and some deadly poisonous. 2.3.Rituals For the Native American Shamans the vehicle to the gods is the sweat lodge,the rhythm of drums,the pain of ordeal and the arrows of magical plants. Chapter 3.Medicine men Medicine men have been here for more than hundreds of years.These people are a second God,this being the power they have,helping people start a new life. 3.1.Shamans Along the years,it was thought that Shamans were being charlatans.It was impossible to prove that these medicine people were able to heal any kind of disease with the only use of herbs and spirits. Chapter 4.Today Although Indian medicine has a long history it hasn't stopped yet.Their ways of treating sick people are still being practised in the present.

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