Essays and Research Papers on Psychology Mixed

This 3 page paper emphasizes the varied impact of PTSD. Any trauma can cause the condition and no one is immune from its impact. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 5-page paper takes a look at the pros and cons of the violent media causing violence argument. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 3 page paper explains this illness, including the symptoms. The paper includes information from an actual patient and what she lived through. Possible causes are reported. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 5 page paper discusses some of the theories that can potentially account for hate crimes. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 4 page research paper that offers a brief overview of the approach to therapy developed by Alfred Adler, as well as the client-centered approach developed by Carl Rogers. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 3 page paper looks at false memory syndrome in a number of ways. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This is a 4 page paper that provides an overview of the brain's role in cognitive functioning. The role of the Phineas Gage case in the debate between localized functioning models and large-scale network models is highlighted. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 3 page paper is a reaction to the book “As Nature Made Him.” Bibliography lists 1 source.

6 pages in length. The mind and body do not work independently of each other but rather reflect a synergistic union that depends upon the health of each entity to fortify the connect. When the body is not receiving appropriate nutrition for proper development, the brain - one of the largest and most ...

This 7 page paper considers the theories of personalist John MacMurray in relations to the Jewish holocaust. The author contends that not only did the Jews suffer this crisis, so too did the Nazis. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 3 page paper provides a brief introduction to these theorists and then presents the major concepts in each theory. The writer comments on how they are alike and different. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 5 page paper examines the debate surrounding nature versus nurture. Alchoholism, heart disease, and criminal behavior are some examples discussed. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This is a 6 page paper that provides an overview of the theoretical origins of emotion. Biological, psychological, and chemical perspectives are examined. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

8 pages in length. The natural reaction when faced with the issue of death is for people to be afraid of verbally addressing. Being more in touch with death puts people more in touch with life; by openly coming to terms with mortality, individuals can bypass the social stigma that is inherently attached ...

A 7 page paper that explains what family life cycle stages are and emphasizes the fourth stage, Families with School children. The case looks at a family with a chronically ill child and how that does or does not impact the family life cycle stage. Includes interview questions and hypothetical responses. Bibliography lists 7 ...

A 10 page paper. This essay reports and discusses the BASC-2: what it is, purpose, reliability, validity, what changed in the revision, the different forms, behaviors and feelings it measures, and other information about this comprehensive assessment tool. The writer briefly reports some research studies to demonstrate the versatility of the BASC-2. Bibliography lists ...

This 10 page paper argues that in many cases, though not all, children who see abusive behavior later become abusive themselves. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 3 page paper discusses some of the psychological probems that are presented in a fictional account about a young man named Glen. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 7 page paper considers how Piaget's theory and Erikson's theory might form the foundation for therapy. Piaget's stages of cognitive development and Erikson's stages of psychosocial development are explained. The writer explains how the Gestalt theory could integrate Piaget's cognitive theory and how Schema theory would work for Erikson's maladaptations. Bibliography lists 6 sources. ...

A 4 page paper. Each of the identified disorders is defined with the types within that category. The writer comments on symptoms for some of the disorders. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 4 page paper discusses the difference between life span and longevity; uses the Erik Erikson theory to describe developmental stages and considers two concerns about life span development. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 5 page paper which provides an overview of chapters 8-12 of 60 On Up: The Truth About Aging in America by Lillian Rubin. No additional sources cited.

A 3 page paper which compares and contrasts optimism and pessimism. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 4-page paper analyzes the nature/nurture debate regarding criminals and whether individuals commit criminal acts based on their genetic disposition or the environment they are raised. There are 7 sources cited.

This 10 page paper discusses the physical and psychological impact of 9/11 on those who were first on the scene. It also mentions how rescue operations have changed because of the attack. Bibliography lists 9 sources.