Essays and Research Papers on Personality Psychology

This six-page-paper compares and contrasts two articles about homosexuals and their lifestyles. One article is based on the biblical belief that it is wrong because it goes against God, while the second article believes it is wrong for medical reasons. Bibliography lists two sources.

A 10 page paper that addresses the question: who is responsible for a student's motivation to learn in the classroom, the parent or the teacher? There are valid arguments on each side of this question but there is another alternative that is more effective (and truer). The writer discusses this third alternative supported with research. ...

This 11 page paper highlights the concept of sense of self and applies it to gender. The male is the focus of this paper that delves into societal notions of maleness as well as dominant culture perceptions versus the uniqueness of the individual. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

An 8 page paper which presents an overview of Howard Gardner's book, "Frames of Mind" and then illustrates five strengths and five weaknesses within the book. No additional sources cited.

This 5 paper looks at the role of communication between siblings and the way it may influence their later lives. The role of conflict and parental intervention is considered and an interview between two siblings is used to ascertain the accuracy of the literature review. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

A 6 page research paper that analyzes Carl Jung's psychoanalytical theories as expressed in his "Symbols and the Interpretation of Dreams." In this work, Jung proposes that an examination of dreams and symbols as a window into the unconscious can possibly facilitate discerning the resistances that need to be overcome before one can engage the ...

In 5 pages, the author discusses Albert Bandura's social learning theory, which is also known as cognitive learning theory, and its relation to information science. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 14 page review of the work of the renown American psychologist B.F. Skinner in the behavioral sciences. Provides an overview of Skinner's work in operant conditioning and naturalistic ethics. Includes an extensive review of the literature, both historic and contemporary, in search of support for Skinner's theories. Concludes that while Skinner has received ...

This 5 page paper provides an overview of the first four chapters of a book on behavior management by Walker and Shea. The book utilized is aimed at educators and provides useful suggestions. No additional sources cited.

This 5 page paper discussed Clyde Edgerton's successful novel Raney, as related to the family structure theories of Minuchin, Bowen and Satir. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

An 11 page paper. To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee was published in 1960 but the story takes place in 1930s Alabama. In this paper, the writer provides an overview of three main characters in the book. The overview is intended to describe the characteristics and qualities of each of the identified players. The ...

This 17 page paper considers the hypothesis of risk compensation as it applies to road safety. The issue is considered from different aspects including its application to road design and lay out, legislation such as compulsory seatbelt use the and wearing of helmets by cyclists and the effect on other road users and pedestrians. Results ...

A 5 page paper. The Horse Dealer's Daughter is one of D.H. Lawrence's short stories. As with all his work, this one is rich with symbolism. The story, however, is approached in terms of a Freudian analysis. The focus is Mabel. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 2 page paper looks into this subject, inclusive of both nonverbal and verbal methods. Ideology regarding the use of other methods besides behavioral approaches are discussed. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 7 page report discusses the concepts associated with inner child therapy and also looks at them in terms of the recovery process of one young woman who is a recovering alcoholic and anorexic. The fundamental premise of personal therapy based on the ideas associated with “accessing” a person’s “inner child” are primarily founded on the fact that many people who ...

This 8 page paper looks at different serial killers and attempts to determine if their future actions could have been determined prior to the events by personality analysis. The paper discusses the similarities and differences, as well as the time and aspect of any observed personality changes. The bibliography cites 6 sources.

This 14 page paper provides an overview of an experiment utilized to determine the process of memory encoding and the influence that encoding has on world recognition. This paper outlines the elements of a research experiment and provides a brief overview of the current literature. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This five-page-paper presents an in-depth discussion on the beliefs of psychotherapist Irvin Yalom on group therapy. Bibliography lists two sources.

A 7 page paper which presents information pertaining to temperament testing as it relates to a hypothetical social services counseling environment. The hypothesis is presented that there is a very strong link between temperament and employment in this environment. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 7 page paper discussing the usefulness of the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) in solidifying "who" an individual is and how that increased self-awareness can be used to improve leadership abilities. The paper explores personal history, strengths, vision and values of a real person (the writer) in light of MBTI categorization, and how that person can use the ...

This 12 page paper provides an outline of each theorist's work and compares and contrasts their ideas. Issues related to behavior are discussed. Other topics addressed include ethics and the measurement of intelligence. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

This 10 page paper provides an overview of the nature-nurture debate with a focus on the genetic component. Several studies are cited, with a concentration on twin studies. IQ testing is explored. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

A 5 page paper. Between two and three percent of the American population has some form of mental retardation. This paper discusses the definition, incidence, and etiology of mental retardation. It concludes by identifying prevention interventions. Statistics included. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 10 page paper explores passive aggressive personality disorder as it pertains to the DSM IV classification. Bibliography lists 15 sources.

A 5 page paper which discusses the various domains for analysis as it relates to relationships and social interaction. The various domains discussed are personal, interpersonal, intrapersonal, groups, and societal. The paper argues, through the examination of the domains, that interpersonal domain serves as the best focus for analyzing relationships and social interactions. Bibliography lists 5 sources.