Essays and Research Papers on Psychology Mixed

This five page paper presents a discussion on the advantages and disadvantages of teens who work during high school. Bibliography lists two sources.

This 7 page paper provides an overview of insomnia, including a DSM-IV diagnostic criteria, the presentation of symptoms, prevention methods, and current treatments. This paper discusses how insomnia is assessed and treated. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 7 page paper. The initial question was: would a background in counseling be helpful when teaching? The writer explores the characteristics of effective teaching and effective counseling as presented in the literature, then compares the similarities. The writer also demonstrates that many of the qualities cited for effective teaching are not included in teacher ...

A 10 page paper. Self-esteem has been a concern and a focus of research for many years. There is a good reason for writers and practitioners in different fields to emphasize this aspect of the personality. Self-esteem is the core of a person, often dictating what that person will accomplish in his or her life. ...

A 7 page paper discussing the usefulness of the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) in solidifying "who" an individual is and how that increased self-awareness can be used to improve leadership abilities. The paper explores personal history, strengths, vision and values of a real person (the writer) in light of MBTI categorization, and how that person can use the ...

This 12 page paper provides an outline of each theorist's work and compares and contrasts their ideas. Issues related to behavior are discussed. Other topics addressed include ethics and the measurement of intelligence. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

This five page paper presents a discussion on the meaning and direct purpose of Sigmund Freud's , "Civilization And Its Discontent. Bibliography lists one source.

This ten page paper presents a discussion on non verbal cues that are often used. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

This 7 page paper provides a look at spanking inclusive of studies that show a detrimental effect on a child's behavior. Alternatives to corporal punishment are discussed. Outline is included. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 10 page paper provides an overview of the nature-nurture debate with a focus on the genetic component. Several studies are cited, with a concentration on twin studies. IQ testing is explored. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

A 5 page paper that explores the redefining of values and beliefs as passed from American parents to their children following the era of the 1960s. Discussed is the unquestioned respect for both parental and political authority that existed in America prior to the 1960s and how these values were changed by opinions and ...

6 pages in length. This paper explores services and treatments available to substance abusers, mostly focused on the workplace environ. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

This 8 page paper provides an overview of the basic behavioral interventions that can be used for children with ADHD (Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) and for children who display significant aggressive behaviors. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 13 page paper discussing the need for and structuring of a Student Assistance Program (SAP) in the school setting. There are many and varied programs available designed to help people of all ages deal with the stresses of life and focusing specifically on drug and alcohol abuse. Though many such programs exist, a feature common to ...

An 8 page paper. This paper provides a general overview of major, or unipolar depression. Issues discussed include incidence, diagnosis, and treatment. Also includes an overview of how recent technologies and scientific knowledge helps towards understanding the etiology. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 6 page paper. The overall murder rate in America has declined but the murder and non-negligent manslaughter rates among children and adolescents has risen dramatically in the last ten years. Why do these youngsters turn to violence and killing? This is a question that numerous experts have been trying to answer for years. ...

(15 pp) The hero archetype is a necessary element of our society, demanding acknowledgment and validation. Heroes traditionally appear in "myths" or hero stories as the central characters. "Myths" satisfy our "hunger for community." The hero embodies the values of a community. The myth of the homeland is symbolized by ...

A 5 page paper. Between two and three percent of the American population has some form of mental retardation. This paper discusses the definition, incidence, and etiology of mental retardation. It concludes by identifying prevention interventions. Statistics included. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

An Outline; This 5 page paper is a concise and informative introduction to ADD, considering its different causes, symptoms, diagnosis (including tests), and treatment by way of a controlled envelopment, therapies as well as medication. The paper finishes by looking at the long-term prognosis for sufferers. The bibliography cites 9 sources.

An 8 page analysis of the character presented by Thomas Hardy in his novel "Silence of the Lambs". Utilizes the "Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of the American Psychological Association IV" to classify Hannibal Lecter's mental disorder. Concludes that , although Lechter does exactly "fit the mold" for any one disorder outlined in the ...

This 10 page paper explores passive aggressive personality disorder as it pertains to the DSM IV classification. Bibliography lists 15 sources.

This 11 page paper addresses the subject of television violence as it pertains to the teenage population. Many studies are referenced and both sides of the issue are presented. Annotated bibliography is included and lists 9 sources.

The movie, The Three Faces Of Eve, was released in 1957 and won an Academy Award for Joanne Woodward in the title role. This 5 page paper explores the diagnosis of multiple personality disorder that was featured in the film. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 5 page paper considers the impact of television on the social and psychological development of children and the correlation between television and acts of violence in the youth of today. This paper outlines a number of viewpoints regarding the issue of the impact of television, and then relates the authors own view of ...

A 5 page paper that presents the widening effects and fresh perception that one conscious choice in slightly different course content might make on the path to career development. In this particular example, a sociology student and future school social worker chooses to incorporate a particular plan of seemingly inapplicable medical course study into ...