Essays and Research Papers on Abnormal Psychology

4 pages in length. The extent to which society impacted her opportunities, choices and decisions is both grand and far-reaching; that she was expected to live within the boundaries of a rational, civilized and ethical society when her damaging upbringing precluded that from happening speaks to the double-edge sword she faced her entire life. ...

A critique of two articles, by Fox & Levin and Rosenhan, on the subjects of serial murder and the diagnosis of mental illness. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 16 page study researching whether aggression is innate or learned. The paper discusses adolescent stress levels and stressors; personality factors linked to aggression; and quantitative differences between African Americans and whites. Poverty, both individual and community, is seen as being instrumental in aggressive display, as is lack of parental control. The ...

A 6 page paper. Bipolar disorder is often treated with a combination of medication and minimal psychotherapeutic intervention. This paper reports the results from studies where cognitive behavioral therapy was introduced. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

The movie Fight Club is a study in the psychological underpinnings behind the amount of violence or pain, internal or external, a person will endure when trying to find a sense of identity within himself. Fight Club takes a group of people looking for their identities. They may be searching for identities to get ...

This 5 page paper examines the process of synaptic transmission. The paper starts with the historical view, looking at the way understanding has developed. The processed themselves are then outlined and the paper ends by considering how imbalances can result in clinical conditions. The bibliography cites 4 sources.

This 5 page paper examines the differences between functional and dysfunctional families. Furthermore, this paper highlights the importance of overcoming obstacles created within the dysfunctional family framework. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 5 page paper provides an in-depth discussion of oppositional defiant disorder. Furthermore, this paper illustrates how destructive this disorder can be and how it is often associated with other psychological/behavioral disorders as well. bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 3 page paper which summarizes Truddi Chase’s “When Rabbit Howls” and discusses its relevancy to psychiatric nursing. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 5 page book report on a taboo subject that remains a ‘dirty little secret’ in many families. No additional sources are used.

A 15 page paper assessing the relationship between these two conditions among adolescents. The paper discusses ADHD followed by a discussion of depression, to conclude that there is a definite link between ADHD and depression. Bibliography lists 13 sources.

This 12 page paper discusses the symptoms and causes of Rape Trauma Syndrome as well as Post Traumatic Distress Syndrome. In particular is discussed the admissability of PTSD in court as opposed to RTS. Quotes cited from texts. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 4 page paper examines neurosis according to Freud, as well as his concept of psychoanalysis. Furthermore, this paper explores the difference between neurosis and psychosis. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 3 page paper examines the success of programs in Geel, Belgium in respect to the treatment of the retarded and mentally ill. How American society can change to better care for its mentally ill population is examined. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 3 page paper which examines discrimination involving people with psychiatric disorders as it involves employment. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 4 page paper. Eating disorders are complex with no single cause. Research has identified a number of factors that can influence the development of an eating disorder. These factors are categorized as: psychological, interpersonal, socio-cultural and biological. Each of these categories are discussed in this essay. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This 7 page paper provides an overview of the nature of people and the counseling theory that can be used to understand behaviors. This paper integrates a view of the role of the counselor and the theory of change that can be applied to understanding individuals seeking help. Bibliography lists 12 sources. ...

This 8 page paper provides an overview of borderline personality disorder (BPD) and applies it to an understanding of the character Alex in Fatal Attraction. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 13 page paper discussing research into the psychological effects of multiple sclerosis (MS). One of the concurrent effects of MS is that of depression. Other psychological effects arise from MS as well, but more in terms of individuals’ reactions to their diagnoses. Where depression is different is that it can qualify ...

This 18 page paper provides an overview of the application of CBT, cognitive behavioral therapy, as a treatment for nail biting. This paper also considers one other behavioral therapy, self-monitoring, and the implications for treatment outcomes. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This 4 page paper provides an overview of 8 questions on anxiety, personality and psychological disorders. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 5 page paper relates the reasoning behind the use of hypnosis and cognitive behavioral therapy, through a comparative view of the two. This paper demonstrates the value of these two techniques. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 9 page paper provides an overview of the conditions of anxiety and personality disorders. This paper outlines the view of a client with this dual diagnosis. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 8 page paper supports the argument that Graham from the film Sex, Lies and Videotapes, has borderline personality disorder. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 18 page paper provides an overview of CBT, cognitive behavioral therapy, and considers the application in a variety of different ways. Bibliography lists 15 sources.