Essays and Research Papers on Psychology Mixed

An 8 page analysis of the manner in which the Vietnam War differed in terms of its effect on those that fought. Uses several memoires of the war to explore the factors which made this war different in terms of its psychological impact on its soldiers. The author observes that those that initially ...

An 8 page paper that describes qualitative, quantitative and integrative research designs. Examples of qualitative and quantitative approaches are included. The writer then discusses why knowing the different research designs is important to clinical nurse specialists. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 5 page examination of the factors influencing criminal behavior. Determining the cause of human behavior can be a difficult task. This is particularly true when we are considering criminal behavior. A thorough review of the various factors influencing behavior, however, often reveals that it is nature verses nurture that is most ...

A seven page paper which looks at the effectiveness of cognitive behavioural therapy in the treatment of panic attacks, in comparison to other forms of treatment. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

5 pages. This comparative research paper gives a thesis regarding possible treatment for schizophrenia, a discussion of three criteria for these treatments as well as a conclusion that summarizes the major points and reiterates the thesis. Schizophrenia has been known to be treatable using different methods but there is still some controversy as to ...

A 10 page research paper that takes the rather unusual form of applying person-center therapy and cognitive therapy to a character from the film American Beauty. The writer speculates what might have happened if Colonel Fitts had received therapy before his homicidal rage ended Lester Burnham's life. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 6 page paper discussing the underlying psychological theory and philosophy of characteristics of the 12 step meeting. When the alcoholic stands before the group assembled, announces his name and says, “I’m an alcoholic,” s/he is admitting to the problem, a step that is necessary before rectifying the problem can be accomplished. The ...

An 8 page paper which examines the field of forensic mental science as it relates to, and as it is presented in, the situation involving Ted Kaczynski, the unabomber. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 6 page paper considers how useful attribution research is when predicting human behaviour. This is undertaken by outlining the theory and then examining how, and in what ways, the theory may be useful and add value to research. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

This paper suggests practical integration of a therapist's counseling style, and provides suggestions of what a therapist should examine when working with a patient. Topics explored include the structure of personality, the role of both therapist and patient in psychotherapy and what determines a successful outcome in therapy. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

6 pages in length. Many – if not most -- social psychologists would readily agree that human interaction is always representational of joint interaction, inasmuch as social interaction implies interacting with other persons; thus, the meaning of that interaction is always to be a joint or collective accomplishment. Impression management represents a significant ...

A 7 page contention that the applicability of theory and research in group behavior is never more apparent than in the workplace. The workplace forms a social system. Social systems, of course, sometimes differ radically from culture but at the same time there are numerous similarities in these two classifications. One, in ...

12 pages in length. Inasmuch as there are no two identical individuals who seek out psychological counseling, the same holds true about the theories with which these people are treated. To be sure, no single approach can be considered a catchall for every component of mental instability, which is why there are several ...

This paper examines the psychological theories of Abraham Maslow, and discusses his hierarchy of needs and how they apply to what drives humanity. The paper also discusses how Maslow's theories are successfully used in business marketing and management. Bibliography lists 15 sources.

6 pages. Even in these enlightened times it seems there are many people who do not understand the implications of major depression. Mistaking someone as being weak or lazy is a common misconception when in fact they are suffering from a disorder known as major depression. This paper will examine the symptoms, treatment ...

A 6 page paper which examines the essay "Psychological Egoism" by Joel Feinberg. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 5 page overview of depression noting that while depression is most often thought of as a psychological disorder, there are a number of factors which can be associated with the disorder. Current research reveals, in fact, that depression can be caused by either environmental factors or biological factors. A third school of ...

7 pages. This paper focuses on settlement houses and group work origins and their legacies. Interestingly enough, group work came out of the legacy of these settlement houses, as this paper will show. This is an interesting part of our history and one that is still utilized to this day in the form ...

This 5 page report discusses manipulation by an employer of two employees at a national convention that she had promoted to them as a “girlfriend getaway.” Using the premise that they were all friends, the workers felt used and manipulated in ways that allowed for the boss to enjoy herself and have a relaxed experience ...

A 5 page discussion of the motivational theory behind dental hygiene. The author stresses that dental hygiene is a necessary component of good health. The observation is made, however, that in the homeless environment dental hygiene often falls by the wayside. A necessary focus of the homeless shelter, therefore, should be to ...

7 pages in length. Raising a child is likely the most difficult challenge any adult will ever face. With no prior training and often faced with seemingly insurmountable circumstances, adults many times learn right along with their children about the rights and wrongs of parenting. Even the most accomplished parents are not ...

5 pages in length. Hunter 'Patch' Adams saw beyond society's brusque and compassionless approach to medicine in a mighty attempt to change the system. After spending self-imposed time in a mental institution, he came to realize why people were not getting better and were, in fact, oftentimes getting worse. The lack of ...

This 8 page paper provides an overview of single parent families and differences in therapeutic techniques. The paper includes a substantial literature review section. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

5 pages. This paper describes the theories behind treating adult survivors of psychological abuse or battering. Includes post-traumatic stress disorders and Walker's Model as well as Briere's Model. Current methods also include support groups, counseling in the shelter setting, crisis intervention, hypnosis, aromatherapy, eye movement desensitization, psychodrama and more. These therapies address ...

10 pages. A child who sees a parent or other family member abused is more likely to see violence as a way to solve problems and subsequently be more likely to abuse others. Some children demonstrate a resiliency that protects them from becoming violent or makes them less vulnerable to the effects of violence. ...