Essays and Research Papers on Psychology Mixed

Coaching Burnout This 15 page paper looks at the topic of burnout with special emphasis as it applies to coaching. Definition of the concept is provided, along with methods of diagnosis. Solutions are explored. Bibliography lists 13 sources. Filename: SA025brn.wps

Coaching Burnout This 15 page paper looks at the topic of burnout with special emphasis as it applies to coaching. Definition of the concept is provided, along with methods of diagnosis. Solutions are explored. Bibliography lists 13 sources. Filename: SA025brn.wps

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.

This 3 page paper analyzes the psychological ideas behind secrets as presented in the NY Times article: What Secrets Tell by Luc Sante. Quotes cited from text. Bibliography lists 1 source.

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 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 ...

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.

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.

A 4 page essay that analyzes two articles on the nature of "self," that is, consciousness and identity. The articles are "Evolutionary Necessity or Glorious Accident?" by Natalie Angier and "The Self as Sentiment and Reflection" by Charles Horton Cooley. The writer summarizes the main points and whether or not each author was convincing in ...

This 8 page paper compares and contrasts the single subject design to the group study design in applied behavioral analysis.Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 5 page paper. The catalyst for this essay is a statement from A. Williams: "Trainees in the supervisory process sometimes are required to face their innermost and mysterious self." The question is how this statement reflects effective supervision. The writer discusses the statement in terms of knowing oneself and calls upon Freud's own self-analysis, ...

This 6 page paper examines classical and modern studies/literature to prove the argument that mankind is a social creature, and examines man's need to belong.Bibliography lists 12 sources.

This 6 page paper discusses the ideas of Linda Mooney in her book, Understanding Social Problems. In particular, chapters 1,3,6 which cover theoretical sociological structures, ageism, and legalization of drugs. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 5 page research paper that examines the childhood cognitive development theory of Swiss psychologist Jean Piaget. Piaget showed conclusively what parents have always known, which is that children do not think in the same manner as adults. His studies on the origin and nature of childhood cognitive development profoundly impacted both childcare and educational ...