Essays and Research Papers on Psychology Mixed

This is a 3 page paper that provides an overview of developmental obstacles. Obstacles that can occur in childhood, adolescence, and adulthood are indicated. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 11 page paper includes an outline and several sections outlining a propsal for a workshop. The bulk of the paper includes research on the topic of autism. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 3 page paper that responds to two questions. The first discusses depression and antidepressants and reports that less than half of patients with depression are relieved of all symptoms with one antidepressant. The second discusses whether Somatoform disorder should be included in the DSM-V. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 5 page research paper that discusses the effects on behavior generated by exposure to violence in the media, with a particular emphasis on the negative effects of video games. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 3 page paper with two sections. The first explains self-efficacy, how it is developed, and how it affects our lives. The second is about intrinsic motivation and reports the 6 Cs with an example from a highs school classroom. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This is a 6 page paper that provides an overview of overcrowding. Strategies for mitigating the effect of crowding and noise on stress are explored. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 15 page paper. People with Avoidant Personality Disorder hold a distorted view of themselves and the world. People with this personality disorder tend to fear and avoid different kinds of social interactions, even if it to their own detriment. There is no evidence that concludes a specific therapeutic approach is most effective with ...

A 5 page paper that discusses three primary issues: how families affect infant and child development; parenting styles and their influence; and the effect of early childhood education programs on cognitive development. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

3 pages in length. People have a tendency to collect material items that have various levels of worth, with some increasing their emotional or tangible value over the years while others decline. Determining the value of inanimate objects depends a lot upon how it evokes memories –- either good or bad –- monetary ...

A 3 page paper that compares and contrasts three theoretical perspectives regarding human development. The theories are social cognitive, cognitive, and constructivist. The three theorists are Bruner, Piaget, and Vygotsky. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 7 page paper responds to the following: 1. Describe the role of personality in affecting situational behavior. 2. Examine the personality characteristics attributed to each of the theories in your approach. 3. Explain the interpersonal relational aspects associated with the dispositional and learning theories. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 3 page paper responds to 2 questions about mental disorders, specifically related to feigned illnesses. This paper also considers the types of medication prescribed for anxiety disorders and their impacts. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 3 page paper that discusses attachment theory as proposed by Bowlby and Ainsworth. Each offered different attachment styles. The writer comments on how environment affects attachment and how attachment style can affect cognitive processes. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 10 page paper that discusses specific issues in this course. Topics discussed include: building working relationships between therapist and client with an emphasis on alliance; gathering information and data, including the use of motivational interviewing; and the importance of cultural competence with an example of a therapy session gone wrong. Bibliography lists 8 ...

This is a 25 page paper that provides an overview of grief in the workplace. The grief process is explored and a bereavement strategy suggested. Bibliography lists 20 sources.

A 3 page paper that discusses many of the pressures teenagers face. These include peer pressures, pressures to try alcohol and drugs, and high expectations. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 4 page paper provides an overview of how dispositional dispositional theories affect individual personalities and how dispositional theories influence interpersonal relationships. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 5 page paper that discusses growth and development of infants and young children. The impact of the family is one of the topics, another is brain development. The essay also discusses parenting style and recommends one. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This is a 5 page paper that provides an overview of cognitive biases. Biases affecting counselors are examined. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This is a 3 page paper that provides an overview of schizophrenia and self-medication. Several psychological discussion questions are addressed. Bibliography lists 1 source.

Operant Conditioning : This 4 page paper discusses Skinner’s operant conditioning theory. Discussions on rewards and punishments, negative reinforcement, and reward schedules are included. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This is a 4 page paper that provides an overview of the nature vs. nurture debate. Evidence from both sides is weighed. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 3 page essay offers analytical summaries on three articles: Ennew (2000), Kusserow (1999), and MacDougall (2006). The writer comments on issues raised in each article. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This is a 10 page paper that provides an overview of REBT and cognitive therapies. A host of discussion questions are answered giving a broad overview of the topic. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This is a 3 page paper that provides an overview of the theories of James and Adler. Points of contrast and comparison are explored. Bibliography lists 3 sources.