Essays and Research Papers on Child Psychology

This 5 page paper considers the case of Michael. Michael will only go to sleep with his mother, either in his own bed or in his parents bed. The paper looks at how the parents can get Michael to sleep in his own bed alone. The plan gives a sudden and a gradual option fro ...

A 4 page discussion of the problems we are facing in relation to violence. While a number of theories have been proposed to explain the increase in violence, one of the more interesting relates to the impact violence on television has on our nation's children. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 6 page paper discusses the influence of the very young child's environment. Nature versus Nuture debate is examined, cognitive development and major theories offered. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This 20 page paper is an in-depth look a the case of Little Hans, a case that concerned a five year old boy who developed a phobia of large animals, especially horses. The paper looks at the background and history of Hans, with his sexual development and interest in his "widdler", the castration anxiety, ...

A 4 page paper which argues that boys may well take longer to potty train than girls. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 4 page paper which examines the behavioral characteristics of the child who likes to start fires. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

An 8 page paper. How to explain death to a preschool-age child is an issue of some controversy in the world, however, experts seem to agree that we should not try to shield our young children from the fact of death. Experts also seem to agree that we should not use euphemisms when discussing ...

This 9 page paper examines the 1990 film Kindergarten Cop directed by Ivan Reitman and starring Arnold Schwarzenegger. The paper looks at how theories of learning are portrayed in the film, including classical and operant conditioning and the development stages of the ideas of Erik Erikson. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

A 10 page paper which examines the correlation between poor parenting and children whose violent tendencies can lead to murder. Specifically considered are the issues of attachment disorder, emotional attunement, neglect and (physical and emotional) abuse. Bibliography lists 11 sources.

A 2.5 page paper which considers how today’s youth should combat negative moral influences. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 8-page paper discusses the impact of divorce on children, both from a short-term and long-term perspective. Bibliography lists 11 sources.

A 6 page outline of the causative factors believed to be responsible for schizophrenia. These factors are both genetic and environmental. Recent research has unearthed particularly interesting correlations with obstetric complications. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

A 6 page research paper that examines the possible causes for excessive crying, that is, "fussiness," in an infant at 2 months of age. The writer discusses various physical causes, such as colic, or improper feeding, but also broaches more serious topics, such as the early signs of autism and how the development of the ...

5 pages in length. There is no longer any question – clinical, scientific or anecdotal - as to whether children can be diagnosed with bipolar disorder, a mental imbalance typically attributed to adults. What is especially difficult about making this diagnosis, however, is the manner by which bipolar symptoms closely mimic those of ...

A 10 page review of the issues surrounding these maladaptive conditions. The author of this paper reviews the suspected causes and treatments but contends that the fact that there is not specific etiology for these conditions makes diagnosis and treatment exceptionally difficult. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

This 20 page paper provides a comprehensive overview of development between birth and age 5 with a focus on the development of self-esteem. The essay begins with a discussion of the self, what is the self, how the infant and toddler develop a sense of self, what is the existential self, the categorical self? The ...

A 6 page research paper that explores the child development theory of Lev Vygotsky, which provides a framework for understanding learning and teaching and offers to the early childhood educator fresh perspective and intriguing insight into childhood growth and development (Bodrova and Leong, 1996, p. 6). This examination of Vygotskian theory focuses on Vygotsky's idea ...

A 3 page paper which discusses whether or not spanking is an effective option for parents. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 3 page paper examines the issue of spanking children as a form of discipline. The position taken is that it never is appropriate. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 5 page research paper that recounts a hypothetical interview that was conducted with the mother of two small children. Ginny is the mother of two children, both boys, Tom, 4 years 6 months, and Brad who is a newborn, 6 weeks old. The following discussion relates Ginny's experiences with both of her boys. The ...

A 4 page outline of the correlation that is believed to exist between language impairment and social skills. The author provides a brief literature review and presents a protocol for research. A discussion of the expected outcomes, confounding variables, and implications of future research is included. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 4 page discussion of the increase in school violence. The author presents the case that an increased violent content in the media, in television in particular, can be held responsible. Bibliography lists sources.

A 4 page discussion of the merits of spanking in child discipline. The author emphasizes that while spanking might be appropriate in some instances it is inappropriate in others. Many components of society, however, disagree with spanking in any form or circumstance. Bibliogrpahy lists 1 source.

This 37 page paper is an in-depth literature review considering the role of play and leisure activities for children. The paper starts with definitions of play and leisure and an examination of the different roles of play along with the philosophical approaches to play. The paper then considers the role of play in development looking ...

This 10 page paper discusses Erik Erikson's theories of child development with particular emphasis on the role of the father. Bibliography lists 4 sources.