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    TI Subject Description

    Sabah ElroubatCrystal RodwellENG 21002 D2 #32311February 10, 2025TI Subject Description Nora AB., a 27-year-old woman, has a master’s degree in sociology, but strongly adheres to hertribe’s traditions. She belongs to one of the ancient tribes in the northern region of Saudi Arabia.From an early age, she participated in seasonal celebrations and tribal gatherings, where elderspassed down oral histories and traditional wisdom. She grew up in an environment that respectsand preserves tribal traditions, although she studied abroad for two years while preparing for hermaster’s degree.She excelled in her undergraduate studies at King Saud University, where her interest inunderstanding social structures naturally led her to sociology. Her academic excellence earnedher a scholarship…

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    FO Subject Description

    Sabah ElroubatCity College of New YorkENGL 21002 Writing for the Social ScienceDr. Crystal RodwellMarch 12, 2025 The Psychology Society (𝚿) is a rapidly growing online community established on 𝕏(formerly Twitter) in May 2024, amassing 38,700 members in less than a year. Operating within𝕏’s Communities feature, it offers a semi-private environment where Arabic-speaking Muslims,who make up approximately 95% of the membership, can openly discuss mental health concernswhile maintaining anonymity. The platform fosters a supportive space for individuals seekingguidance on psychological well-being.Content within the community predominantly focuses on depression, anxiety, and socialanxiety, reflecting prevalent mental health challenges in Arab communities. These topics alsohighlight cultural influences that shape which psychological concerns members feel…

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    Field Observation Notes

    Sabah ElroubatCity College of New YorkENGL 21002 Writing for the Social ScienceDr. Crystal RodwellMarch 21, 2025 Community Overview Platform: 𝕏 (formerly Twitter)Community Name: Psychology Society 𝚿Slogan: “This is where science meets emotions and knowledge meets awareness, to risetogether towards better mental health”Created: May 17, 2024Membership: 38.7k members Core BeliefsThe Psychology Society is founded on principles that balance scientific understanding withemotional awareness, along with considering religious principles The community values: Community Rules Community Demographics and Behavior Patterns Questions:1- Why do discussions predominantly focus on depression, anxiety, and socialanxiety rather than a broader range of psychological topics? Could this reflect: 4- How are the community rules enforced, particularly regarding staying on topicand…

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    Field Observation Essay

    Field Observation Essay Sabah Elroubat The City College of New York ENG 21002: Writing for the Social Sciences Crystal RodwellApril 2, 2025 …Introduction In an era where awareness of mental health is gaining global momentum, culturalcontexts continue to shape how mental health is discussed and addressed. This field essayfocuses on the “Psychology Community Ψ”. A community on the social media platform 𝕏(formerly known as Twitter). This is a rapidly growing virtual community serving Arab andMuslim users seeking support and information in the field of mental health. This article discussesthe research problem of the intersection of cultural identity and mental health discourse in elect,specifically studying how Arab and Islamic cultural contexts…

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    Transcultural Interview Essay 

    Sabah ELroubat Department of English, The City College of New York    Writing for the Social Sciences (ENGL 2100)     Professor Crystal Rodwell March 16, 2025 Historical Roots of Tribal MarriageThe tribal marriage system in the Arabian Peninsula dates back to pre-Islamic times whenthe tribe constituted the fundamental social and political unit. Marriage within the tribe wasconsidered a means of maintaining tribal cohesion and strength while protecting resources in aharsh desert environment governed by scarcity and continuous struggle for survival.With the emergence of Islam, some tribal practices were modified, but the tribal systemitself continued as an important social framework. Islam encouraged expanding the circle ofmarriage beyond the immediate family while emphasizing the…

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    ​ FINAL ASSESSMENT ESSAY 

    As someone who came to the United States a few years ago, I have always struggled with everything related to the English language, especially writing. This course was heavily focused on writing and reading, which was a nightmare for me. However, the course also gave me the opportunity to delve into many social issues, analyze and critique them methodically, and allowed me to discover the joy of exploring different and distinctive writing styles, beginning with the Transcultural Interview Essay and Commentary assignment.   I was used to reading articles and books and then critiquing them, but here I had to interview someone and lead the conversation myself, without expressing any…