Essays and Research Papers on Psychology Mixed

A 5 page paper. Machiavellian intelligence is based on the "proposition that the advanced cognitive processes of primates are primarily adaptations to the special complexities of their social lives, rather than to nonsocial environmental problems such as finding food, which were traditionally thought to be the province of intelligence. This paper explains this theory as ...

A 10 page paper. Concerns about the influence of television on children is not new; it has existed since television became prominent in homes. In fact, the first study investigating the effect on television violence on children and adolescents was conducted in 1952. This paper explores the research regarding the degree of influence violent television ...

A 6 page paper which discusses infant awareness as it is proposed by Locke with theories of blank slates and the theories of Chomsky who believed that infants are born with a sense of awareness. The paper argues that Chomsky is accurate in his theories. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 15 page research paper that examines the model of personality development formulated by British psychologist Hans Eysenck, who posited that certain behavioral characteristics have a biological base. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 5 page paper illustrates the unwritten rules concerning riding in an elevator. Examples of how this was tested as well as an overview of the study. Results are analyzed and a thesis defined. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 15 page paper discussing this psychological testing tool, its relevance and uses. Based on the philosophies of Carl Jung and in use now for more than 50 years, the MBTI remains in great demand. The bottom line on the MBTI is that it remains the most reliable inventory of personality type that ...

This 5 page paper outlines the direct and constructivist theories or perception, considering the similarities and differences and which, if any, may be seen as the superior hypothesis. The bibliography cites 7 sources.

This 10 page paper explores explanations for this puzzling range of disorders. Capgras syndrome, Fregoli delusion, reduplicative paramnesis, and Cotard's syndrome are each discussed among other variations. Psychological, physiological and neurological explanations are discussed. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 8 page paper considers the process of cognitive development. Starting with a table that outlines the development of the cognitive processes such as memory and the use of language. The writer then considers how a child's perception differs from that of an adult and the institutional influences on that development of perception. The writer ...

5 pages in length. The student evaluating Hans Eysenck's claim that personality is based on biological factors will find that while there is merit to this conjecture, it does not reflect the only manner by which human personality is patterned. Indeed, the genetic aspect of personality is both strong and significant with regard ...

10 pages in length. Hans Eysenck's personality theory, founded upon the principle that one's biological composition is the sole deciding factor in one's personality makeup, has been met with great consternation by his fellow social and psychological theorists. The writer continues an evaluation of Eysenck's personality theory. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines the life and historical contributions of “the father of psychoanalysis.” Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 6 page paper is a case study of a single mother involved with an abusive partner. The escalation of violence and the failed intervention methods are discussed. Possible solutions to the situation are presented, as well as statistics about domestic violence toward women. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 5 page paper which discusses how people are often unmindful in reference to Ellen J. Langer's book "Mindfulness." bibliography lists 1 additional source.

This 5 page paper considers this seminal work, published two years after the death of its' author. The writer clearly explains the theories and ideas put forward in the book, and uses analogies to bring them into an easily understood context. The bibliography cites 2 sources.

This paper answers two questions pertaining to childhood development: "What are the advantages and disadvantages of cross-educational and longitudnal research in researching the impact of early childhood sexual abuse on later childhood, adolescence and adulthood?" and "In terms of physical, cognitive and psychosocial development durig the first two years of life, how is Erikson's assertion ...

This 18 page report discusses the fact that juvenile delinquency is directly related to a child not having his or her emotional needs met at a very early age. Issues associated with juvenile delinquency are always multi-faceted and present numerous challenges to parents, educators social service agencies, law enforcement, the court systems and, of course, ...

A 5 page paper which compares "The Ties That Bind" by Michael Ventura and "The Only Child" by John Leonard. Bibliography lists 2 additional sources.

A 5 page paper discussing a study into the effectiveness of subliminal audio messages supposedly embedded into commercially-prepared audiotapes. Though visual sublimination has been studied thoroughly, research into audio sublimination remains sparse and generally inconclusive. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 5 page paper provides an overview of the syndrome as well as an evaluation of how one can tell whether or not memories are real. Input from various studies and applicable organizations is included. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

5 pages in length. The application of corporal punishment – infliction of physical punishment upon the body – in contemporary American schools has been virtually stamped out of existence over the past several years due to notion of human rights and what is considered to be acceptable discipline by today's standards. Present-day disciplinary ...

This six page report discusses the work and models created by Hans Eysenck (1916-1997) and Raymond Cattell (1905-1998). Each developed specific theories regarding human personality. Eysenck’s is best expressed in the Eysenck Personality Inventory (EPI) while Cattell’s 16PF or Sixteen Personality Factor Questionnaire serves as the best representation of his work on personality. Bibliography ...

A 15 page paper. This is a hypothetical case that supports the use of Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT) with Marilyn Monroe one year before she died. First, a comprehensive overview of Monroe's life is offered. Using the DSM-IV criteria, a diagnosis is made as well as a The Global Assessment of Functioning (GAF) Scale ...

This 5 page paper takes a look at the controversy between working and nonworking mothers. Positive aspects of working are highlighted. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 5 page paper looks at the differences between needs based theories and process based theories, including the theories or Maslow, Vroom and Adams, discussing whether the processes and needs are substantially different or complimentary to each other. The bibliography cites 8 sources.