Essays and Research Papers on Psychology Mixed

In four pages this paper discusses Hans Selye, examines his definition of stress, and considers his views on how stress affects people in life. Five sources are listed in the bibliography.

3 pages in length. The biological, psychological and sociological systems that comprise an individual's life are the specific aspects that determine how a person develops in both an emotional and mental capacity. Studies that have followed the progression of twins raised by different families find a common denominator of environmental and genetic components ...

This 4 page paper provides an overview of the personality development and environmental strategies used by Will Hunting, the major character in the film Good Will Hunting. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 3 page paper which summarizes and evaluates an article by Jaegwon Kim on the theories which have been put forward regarding the mind body problem. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 4 page paper. Following general comments about the development of the brain, the writer describes the functions of the lobes and other parts of the brain. The paper reports and discusses the case of Phineas Gage and the knowledge science gained from this terrible accident in the mid-1800s. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

In seven pages the question of why people become depressed is examined from biological, cognitive, and social perspectives. Five sources are listed in the bibliography.

6 pages in length. An individual whose life is consumed by anxiety has a greater inclination toward developing defense mechanisms - even toward situations that present no clear threat - a behavior that occurs as a way to make uncomfortable situations easier to address. Five such defense mechanisms Rhea displays in association with ...

A 5 page paper that discusses the origins of the MBTI and its relationship to Jung's personality types. The writer identifies the personality types per Jung and according to the MBTI. The writer also briefly comments on the ethics of administering personality assessments. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 4 page consideration of the costs verses the benefits of psychological therapy. This paper contends that the societal rewards far exceed the societal costs. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 4 page essay/research paper that discusses this book. The writer discusses 4 of the chapters in order to illustrate the point that how reality is viewed depends on the cognition and knowledge of the individual. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 3 page research paper that discusses the foundational assumptions of behaviorism and the influence of B.F. Skinner. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

3 pages in length. Love and lust are easily interchanged by those who are not aware of the grander nuances that distinguish these two emotions. While they both involved physical feelings, lust - the carnal, emotionless desire to have sexual relations with another person - does not go beyond the tangible aspect; love, ...

This 11 page paper provides an overview of the basic theories of transference and countertransference and applies Petruska Clarkson's views to an understanding of the issues related to these. Bibliography lists 11 sources.

This 8 page paper argues that, contrary to expert opinion, spanking can be seen as a positive way to discipline children. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 5 page paper, including a PowerPoint presenting of 7 slides outlines the main points and concepts of Vygotsky's theory of social cognitive development, a theory that is contradictory to the ideas of Piaget. The bibliography cites 4 sources.

10 pages in length. Erikson's detailed breakdown of the human developmental process affords a much more intimate look at the way in which an individual's psychological progression is hinged upon a number of components that - if ingrained through absent or negative rather than nurturing and loving reinforcement - shapes that person in such ...

A 3 page paper which examines some of the reasons men hit women. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 7 page review of how physical environment can affect prisoner psyche. This paper compares the intent and outcome of the infamous Stanford Prison Experiment and the real life horrors of Abu Ghraib. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 10 page paper focuses on the book called The Lucifer Effect. Why people commit evil acts is the focus of discussion. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 3 page paper discusses Deborah Tannen’s article “Sex, Lies and Conversation.” Bibliography lists 1 source.

5 pages in length. The precedent setting properties of Freud's psychoanalytical theory is such that it all but restructured the way in which psychologists approached treatment for and understanding of the human mind, its heretofore unidentified behavioral subdivisions, as well as its capacity to subconsciously protect people from their fears. Bibliography lists 5 ...

A 4 page paper that briefly explains each of Erikson's eight stages of development. The writer comments on the fact that Erikson conducted no research studies when devising this theory, yet, they have been shown to be valid. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 5 page paper considers ethics, the concept of the cost/benefit ratio, false confessions and how they might impact psychological research. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 6 page paper discusses the developmental theories of Skinner, Vygotsky and Piaget and their points of similarity and difference. It also discusses the interaction of cognitive, physical and emotional development and its impact on the child, and why it’s important to understand normal child development in order to assist children to reach their potential. ...

This 3 page paper examines the role of hormones and heredity on the human body. Bibliography lists 3 sources.