Essays and Research Papers on Psychology Mixed

This 5 paper looks at the role of communication between siblings and the way it may influence their later lives. The role of conflict and parental intervention is considered and an interview between two siblings is used to ascertain the accuracy of the literature review. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

A 5 page paper discussing which children of substance-dependent mothers are at greater risk of being bound to following their parent's pattern. Some children of substance-dependent mothers are seen to be at greater demonstrable risk of developing antisocial behaviors associated with co-dependency, while others exhibit apparently no greater risk than children from non-using households. ...

An 8 page paper discussing peer pressure, the great scapegoat for many of the poor choices that teens can make today. There are more areas in which teens can make choices than at any other time, and those teens without the unyielding support of a close family frequently are on their own in making decisions ...

This 6 page paper looks at the stages of identity development as identified by Erik Erikson, and then applies them to a case stud looking at the influencing factors on a patient who is suffering from cancer at a young age. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

A 6 page research paper that analyzes Carl Jung's psychoanalytical theories as expressed in his "Symbols and the Interpretation of Dreams." In this work, Jung proposes that an examination of dreams and symbols as a window into the unconscious can possibly facilitate discerning the resistances that need to be overcome before one can engage the ...

8 pages in length. There are a number of variables that are pertinent to an individual's sense of self-esteem. Attaining a healthy self-perception is arguably one of the most difficult and ongoing of life tasks, in that it depends not only on intrinsic sources but also external environmental stimulation. From parental methods ...

A 5 page overview of the benefits of behavior therapy in treating attention deficit disorder and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Defines the physiological basis of these conditions, their behavioral traits, and emphasizes the importance of changing this behavior through behavioral therapy rather than relying exclusively on drugs. Provides a brief review of the ...

This 5 page paper provides an overview of the central philosophy, personal background, and key concepts of Erikson, including personality theory, human development theory, theory of psychopathology, Erikson's assessment instruments, Erikson's treatment/counseling approach. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 8 page paper uses a hypothetical experiment provided by a student concerning jury selection. A verdict for a white man is rendered not guilty, but in an identical case, a guilty verdict is presented for a Hispanic. The jury is all white. Reasons for the verdict are discussed. No bibliography.

In 5 pages, the author discusses Albert Bandura's social learning theory, which is also known as cognitive learning theory, and its relation to information science. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 15 page paper that discusses the family dynamics when one member is diagnosed with schizophrenia. Specifically, topics include an introduction in which schizophrenia is explained along with the myths, incidence of the illness, characteristics of the schizophrenic and what he or she struggles with, the family and their feelings and fears, family intervention techniques ...

A 14 page review of the work of the renown American psychologist B.F. Skinner in the behavioral sciences. Provides an overview of Skinner's work in operant conditioning and naturalistic ethics. Includes an extensive review of the literature, both historic and contemporary, in search of support for Skinner's theories. Concludes that while Skinner has received ...

Adolescence is one of the most difficult times of life for all ethnic groups. The stress of this transitional period can be rooted in a plethora of distinguishing elements, ethnicity being only one. This 10 page paper explores the issue of depression in the African American adolescent population. Bibliography lists 21 sources.

Cognitive- Behavioral - Therapy (CBT) has become an effective and expedient method of providing short term therapeutic guidance and, in many cases, has been found to be the most effective type of intervention for certain problem solving schema. This 12 page paper presents a personal practice model based on cognitive behavioral therapy principles. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 3 page research paper that addresses the question of which has the greatest influence on personality development—nature or nurture. The writer presents arguments on both sides and argues that both factors have to be considered. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

12 pages in length. This very interesting paper gives a background on both Zen Buddhism and psychotherapy, and shows how the combination of the two can create an even more successful and meaningful therapy for patients. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 12 page paper in which the theory of transference is explored. The writer begins with a definition and the evolution of understanding regarding this phenomenon over the years. Freud himself changed his opinions on transference between 1905 and 1937. The role of transference is discussed briefly as it related to the cases of Anna ...

A 12 page paper which discusses the concept of Freud's work reading like a novel. The works of Freud's that are used to illustrate this are his studies involving "Rat Man" (Ernst Lanzer) and "Dora" (Ida Bauer). Freud was incredibly opinionated and in his case studies he often put in his own words, rather than the words of the ...

A 15 page paper discussing the effects of chronic pain from a psychological perspective. Chronic pain can create long-lasting psychological effects on the individual suffering from it, effects that persist even in those cases where the pain can be long term, but nonetheless temporary. It has been demonstrated that such long-lasting pain can ...

A 9 page paper that discusses the circadian rhythms, which control numerous body functions. The question is: why are some people morning people and others are evening people. The writer provides a proposed research study that uses research as the data to support or reject the hypothesis. While a great deal of research has ...

This six -page-paper presents an in-depth discussion on the stages of grief and mourning form the view point of Carl Jung. Bibliography lists five sources.

A 5 page paper that explores the similarities and relations between the human processes of memory and those of the animal species, primarily the Chimpanzee. Arguments defending both the similarities and the differences in the behavioral habits of the Chimpanzee as compared to those of the human species are presented, as well as recent ...

A 2 page discussion of the various definitions which are in place for the term "adult". Clarifies that while the legal definition varies to entail one who is either eighteen years of age or older, the biological definition considers only one's ability to procreate. Emphasizes that both of these definitions contrast with the ...

Transient global amnesia (TGA) involves the sudden loss of memory of recent events and a transient inability to retain new information. This 10 page paper provides an overview of TGA. Bibliography lists 15 sources.

This 5 page paper provides a comparative view of Sigmund Freud's Dora and Fontane's Effi Briest. This paper determines the application of Freud's Dora in providing an understanding of Fontane's Effi Briest. Bibliography lists 4 sources.