Essays and Research Papers on Psychology Mixed

This 8-page paper examines literature pertaining to organizational pschology techniques and their applicants. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 5 page exploration of contemporary dating expectations among young adults. Reports the fictional outcome of a survey designed to assess the experiences and attitudes of college students in regard to the courtship process. Provides a particular emphasis on the concept of power in a relationship as well as the specifics of the ...

This 6 page paper is written in first person. Drawing on Alfred Adler's theories, it looks at how power plays out in an individual's life. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 5 page paper that examines the concept of the power of positive thinking and its effects on psychological and physical health. Included are results gleaned from studies conducted over the past few decades that indicate a definite link between optimism and success. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 4 page report on the book “Whale Done!: The Power of Positive Relationships” by Ken Blanchard. No additional sources cited.

An 8 page research paper that examines the two theories that have been proposed by white supremacist that rationalize a basis for belief in the superiority of the white race. The writer argues that these theories present a scenario for white populations that reassures them by proposing a version of reality that presents an all-white ...

This 5 page paper uses quotes from Beth Loffreda, Annie Dillard and James Scott to discuss how meaning is determined in power-inequal relationships. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 4 page paper answers specific questions about the views on religion William James expressed in his series of lectures at Edinburgh University in 1902. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 10 page paper that begins with an introduction of general comments about losing a child. It also explains that the paper is written according to Kolb's Model with each section identified. The essay discusses the link between religion and spirituality and coping with the loss of a child. The empirical results of studies ...

This 10 page paper provides an overview of existing research on the question of whether people of faith cheat on their taxes. Bibliography lists 5 sources

A 6 page paper which examines whether Sigmund Freud had anything significant to say about magic or religion. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 6 page paper reviews Freud's life and beliefs and how religion has played a part in this Jewish psychoanalyst's theories. The role of Judaism in psychoanalysis is discussed as well as how science and religion coexist. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 5 page overview of Freudian theory. The first half of this paper is devoted to clarifying the interaction between the id, the ego, and the superego. The author provides a definition of each of these Freudian terms and details the interaction which occurs between each. In the second half of the paper ...

A 6 page paper Freud’s position on the use and value of religion. Freud held that religion could be used both as a justification for behavior and for restraints against it. He conceded that established religions’ moral teachings could be beneficial, but he also believed that individuals should find their own behavioral motivations ...

A 5 page essay disucssing Maslow's major points in this 1964 publicatoin. Maslow makes a strong case for the interdependence of science and relgion and explains how the two have been polarized. No additional sources cited.

A 6 page discussion of this denouncement of religion. Freud contends that human behavior, even our thoughts and feelings, are determined by innate biologically rooted instincts and not by the artificial guidelines of religion. Our life instincts or “eros” include those that motivate such basic drives as sex, hunger and thirst are what ...

This 6 page paper focuses on literature pertaining to communication between parents and children as it affects religion, sex and drugs. The importance of intimate relationships is emphasized. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

A 15 page paper on the factors that make up self-concept in each country. The writer describes how the mythology, religion, social setting, child-rearing and concepts of success define who people are in each culture. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 120 page paper provides a comprehensive overview of the issue of interfaith marriages, including a look at the cultural, social, and doctrinal differences between the major religious sects in the United States, as well as a view of the way in which marriage is portrayed as an element of religion. This paper also outlines ...

because of their history and family patterns, their desire to shape their personal beliefs around structured religion, or negative personal components, like loneliness, confusion or a lack of a sense of belonging. This 5 page paper reflects on the nature of the relationship between the spiritual and metaphysical and personal characteristics and behaviors. ...

This essay delves into the reasons for why certain people are attracted to and like each other. These reasons can include religion, shared experiences and same interests/hobbies. The paper also examines some examples of people coming together and for what reasons. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 11 page paper examines several issues regarding memories from childhood traumas. False memory syndrome is discussed as are legal ramifications. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

10 pages. Sometimes a situation arises when a family member must be institutionalized for complete counseling and psychiatric counseling care. From an ethical and legal standpoint there can sometimes be problems such as when a child is abused while under the care of the caregiver. This paper reports on such ethics and ...

This 6 page paper considers the protection that is given to consumers under UK law when goods bought are unsafe. The paper looks at the Sale of Goods Act 1979 (as amended) and the Consumer Protection Act 1987. The bibliography cites 8 sources.

A 4 page paper that discusses two ethical issues and two legal issues about psychological testing. The paper also identified a court case that had a significant impact on psychological testing. Bibliography lists 3 sources.