Essays and Research Papers on Psychology Mixed

The problem of racism and the use of racial slurs by public servants has gained considerable representation in recent years, as public servants from police officers to the governors of a number of states have been reprimanded for their inappropriate behaviors. This 12 page paper considers the problem of the use of racial slurs ...

In this 6 page research paper, the writer explores the precepts of Behaviorism briefly tracing major contributors from Pavlov to Skinner. The effect this theoretical concept has had on learning is the focus. How the individual is perceived within the Behavioristic theory is also discussed. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

An 8 page discussion of the societal need for effective youth leadership. Discusses the phenomena of increasing violence and the role of youth leadership in combating this trend and in decreasing other youth behaviors which are not of benefit to society as a whole. Concludes that it is every adult's responsibility to provide ...

5 pages in which the writer defines various kinds of reinforcement (positive, negative,scheduled etc;) and presents personal examples of each. All terms are well-defined. No Bibliography.

This 8 page paper analyzes some of the functions of deviance and how the violation of norms actually contributes to social order. Bibliography cites 7 sources.

This 8 page paper provides an overview on the concept of deviance. Several aspects are explored including the relative nature of the concept. Labeling theory is discussed and the paper focuses on juvenile delinquency when it provide examples. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 8 page paper develops the view that cognition and emotion play equally important roles in the development of consciousness. Though it has been proposed by psychologist like Ellis that cognition must come before emotion, there is also opposition to Ellis' premise. By looking at the cognitive theories of psychologist's like Piaget, and ...

This 5 page paper explores how an individual's sensory perception influences blind taste tests. The writer is concerned with various psychological factors and how they may or may not impact the validity of relevant studies. Bibliography lists approximately 10 sources.

A 5 page research paper on the intricacies of perception and how they affect what we believe about reality. The writer reviews some of the current thinking on this subject and relates it to how sometimes what we see is affected by what we believe; just as other times, what we believe can literally affect ...

A 4 page analysis of the book by Karen Horney that examines specifically Horney's theories which pertain to how the neurotic personality often craves affection while simultaneously is able to give affection in return . No additional sources cited.

50 pages in length. A comprehensive, analytical body of graduate level research / model thesis. Subject explored is The Enneagram; a controversial; personality test. Contains a comprehensive literature review building upto supporting evidence through analysis of early theories posited by Freud, Jung, Adler, and others. Bibliography lists more than 30 sources.

A 6 page paper that investigates the subject of remembering what one sees -- what factors play a role in one person remembering accurately and another not remembering. The writer reports studies and discusses different issues such as mood, hormones, aging and types of memory that are affected. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

Erich Fromm, humanist and existential psychologist, observed first-hand the neuroses of adult human behavior. In this 8 page research paper, the writer details through the use of examples-- how Fromm had a more general understanding of the adult personality than did his contemporaries. Theories of character, social development, etc;-- are discussed. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 6 page paper that provides an overview and comparison of Adlerian therapy and person-centered therapy. This paper demonstrates that these different approaches can be utilized to address different levels of personality disorders. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

The concept of defense mechanisms are and how we use them are discussed in this 10 page research paper. The writer explains defense mechanisms, then identifies and describes, with examples several of those used often. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

This 12 page paper looks at anger and aggression, its manifestations and the impact of punishment and reinforcement on behavior. Media is explored as being a reinforcer of aggression. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 5 page paper comparing and contrasting Jacob Bronowski's "The Nature of Scientific Reasoning" and Northrop Frye's "The Motive for Metaphor." Both of these essays deal with creative thought in one way or another. They both examine, in their own way, how creativity is essentially a tremendous part of all human thought, creation, and ...

A 12 page paper that provides an overview of the major components of creating a token economy to shape the behaviors of people who are mentally unstable. In essence, a token economy is a reward system by which individuals receive compensation (tokens) for positive behaviors and compliance with outlined expectations, and lose compensation for negative ...

A 5 page essay describing the social cognition, critical versus creative thinking and information processes of a fictional 14-year-old boy as a means of discussing these psychological processes. No bibliography.

A 5 page paper discussing this article published in 1994 in ReVision Journal - 'Insight Into the Social Sciences.' No additional sources cited.

A 40 page paper that provides an overview of the paranormal phenomenon of remote viewing and then considers it in terms of recent issues surrounding the CIA's Star Gate project. Bibliography lists 20 sources.

An 8 page paper that investigates the relationship between personality and a belief in the paranormal. A number of studies are discussed that address the personality variables that are most closely related to a belief in the paranormal. The few studies that attempted to address the effect of such as belief on one's life are ...

This 9 page paper discusses a number of aspects related to personality development, behaviors, individual differences and therapeutic techniques. Existential, person-centered, family systems and behavioral theories are explained in terms of an individual's personality, behaviors and mental health. An explanation of Freud's preconscious, conscious and unconscious minds are provided in terms of behavioral motivation. Scripture ...

A 5 page paper discussing eclectic theory as it applies to psychological counseling. Bibliography lists four sources.

In today's fast paced, technology oriented and capitalistic world the issue of mental health care and , specifically, chemical dependency treatment, has become very cost oriented. Because of the nature of addiction, the addict is often without resources to cover the cost of treatment. "Drug and alcohol dependency are escalating rapidly as a ...