Essays and Research Papers on Psychology Mixed

An 8 page paper. The focus of this paper is women who become divorced in midlife years and using the concept of the rising phoenix as a spiritual metaphor for their recovery. The paper begins by discussing the myth of the phoenix and its meaning in ancient Egypt and in the early days of Christianity. ...

This 8 page paper evaluates theories of Sigmund Freud. Much is discussed in respect to dreams. The id, ego and super ego are defined. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 3 page paper gives an overview and review of Spencer Johnson's book, Who Moved My Cheese. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 6 page paper begins by identifying some of the factors that are prevalent in the three stages of adolescence. The writer then offers an overview of three theorists: Erik Erikson, Harry Stack Sullivan and G. Stanley Hall. The scenario presented for the paper focuses on the need for consultants/counselors working in a community health ...

This is a 5 page paper discussing the need for trauma assessment in the treatment of trauma. The incidence of physical and mental trauma has increased in the past several decades resulting in the need for accurate assessment tools. Physical trauma is now considered a “disease” because of its high incident rates and the eventual ...

An 8 page discussion of our societal construct of deviance. Under the medical model deviance is nothing more than a pathology, a view many psychiatrists and sociologists find disquieting. These same professionals prefer to look at deviance form a conflict and labeling standpoint. They view it as not simply a disease but ...

This 7 page paper discusses the benefits of employing a solution-based theoretical orientation in a family counseling practice. This paper highlights the benefits of this therapy as well as some of the drawbacks. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This 5 page paper examines the impact of empirical regularities upon causal explanations, which are prevelant in the social sciences. This paper considers how empiricist approaches place high value on the identification of empirical regularities, thus providing a foundation for explanations. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 4 page paper that provides an overview of Forgiveness: A Bold Choice for a Peaceful Heart by Robin Casarjian. This essay discusses some of the major points the author makes and brings in Frankl's work, Man's Search for Meaning, to exemplify some of Casarjian's ideas. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 31 page paper that provides a comprehensive report on post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) with a special emphasis on emergency medical technicians and firefighters. The introduction offers general comments about PTSD. The historical foundations of this condition are reported, including when the nomenclature first appeared in the DSM. The causes and risk factors are explained ...

3 pages in length. There is truth to the saying that people are never satisfied with what they have, and it is not limited to material possessions. Children – seeking to attain freedom, independence and grownup privileges – are forever wishing they were older; adults, on the other hand – seeking to abandon ...

A 5 page article analysis and summary of Gary Felsten's study -- "Minor stressors and depressed mood: reactivity is more strongly correlated than total stress" -- which appeared in 2002 in Stress and Health. No additional sources cited.

This is a 5 page paper reviewing Steptoe et al (2003) trial “Behavioral Counseling to Increase Consumption of Fruit and Vegetables in Low Income Adults”. Investigators Steptoe et al (2003) conducted a randomized trial to study the effect behavioral counseling had in regards to increasing the consumption of fruit and vegetables in low income adults. ...

A 3 page paper which summarizes Truddi Chase’s “When Rabbit Howls” and discusses its relevancy to psychiatric nursing. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 3 page paper discusses two articles about the benefits to cohesiveness in a society. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 5 page comparison of child rearing practices. While the traditional Israel Kibbutz emphasized the importance of communal child rearing, in the modern kibbutz the Children’s House no longer exists. Children now live with their families and, consequently, their lives have evolved to center around the family rather than the community. It ...

An 8 page review of a study published in the Jan/Feb edition of “Nursing Research”. The study is analyzed for completeness and applicability. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 7 page paper evaluating the American Psychological Association’s (APA) Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct which went into effect June 1, 2003, changing the stated ethics code for the first time in more than a decade. Compared to the ethics codes of other professional organizations, APA’s code is quite exhaustive, complete ...

This 2.5 page paper explains the need for self-forgiveness as described in Robin Casarjian's book, Forgiveness: A Bold Choice for a Peaceful Heart. As difficult as it may be sometimes to forgive others, it is usually even more difficult to forgive oneself. This essay explains why Casarjian argues that forgiveness is an act of self-interest. ...

An 8 page overview of a treatment plan proposed for a 23 year old African American female. The plan relies on residence at a group treatment facility, therapeutic sessions, general education, and frequent testing for alcohol use. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 5 page report discusses the background, causes, effects, and treatments of Social Anxiety Disorder or SAD (also known as "social phobia") during childhood through adolescence. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 5 page report discusses British novelist Minette Walters' 1994 book, The Scold's Bridle, and whether it provides a useful example of the theories of Sigmund Freud. The report suggests that Freud's theories are particularly applicable in Walters' story. Bibliography lists only the primary source.

An 11 page overview of the phenomenal of stress and the factors which cause it. The author emphasizes that stress can result in a number of adverse physiological and psychological problems and that intervention must be case specific. The relative value of pharmacological intervention, meditation, biofeedback, and hypnosis are explored. Bibliography lists ...

This 3-page paper discusses what makes a person intelligent or smart, and compares the "nature vs. nurture" debate toward establishing intelligence in children. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 4 page report discusses the influences that determine how and why a person, from adolescence to young adulthood develops the relationships he or she does with peers, teachers, authority figures and even potential love interests. Bibliography lists 4 sources.