Essays and Research Papers on Psychology Mixed

A paper which looks at Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, how it is defined and the ways in which it is treated, with particular reference to the use of REBT. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

A 9 page paper that compares and contrasts the American Psychological Association's Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct and a set of Core Values of a University provided by the student. The general structure of the revised Code of Ethics from the APA is explained, followed by the five General Principles. The Core ...

A 7 page paper that discusses Albert Bandura's social learning theory and comments on its impact on curriculum design. Bandura believed that learning occurs by observing others. His theory became the bridge between behaviorism and cognitivism. The four components or steps in the theory are explained. Bandura's thoughts on self-regulation are also discussed. The writer ...

This 27 page paper discusses the phenomenon of the 'youth culture'. All aspects, from characteristics, trends, preditions, current research, comparison/contrast, offered. Bibliography lists 20 sources.

A 3 page discussion of the importance of culture in making cross cultural psychological assessments. These authors point out that diagnostic approaches have been devised through the years that become very questionable as to their accuracy in the cross cultural environment. No additional sources are listed.

10 pages in length. Centuries of inquisition into the intrinsic connection between dreams and the imagination have rendered all but a clear-cut understanding of just how inextricable these two components of the mind truly are. The extent to which dreams and the imagination are mutually fueled by each other to ultimately illustrate their ...

A 5 page research paper that compares and contrasts solution and problem-focused family therapy. The writer describes each model of therapy and then discusses them in relation to a case study. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 4 page research paper that contrasts and compares 3 theories on aggression: Freud's instinct theory, frustration-aggression theory, and social learning theory. Examination of these theories shows that, while they are all different in their orientation, they each offer insight into the reasons behind aggressive human behavior. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

10 pages in length. The concept of memory incorporates myriad external and internal elements of recollection that help humans recall experiences from the past. Either short- or long-term, memory provides the comprehensive link between what went before and what is happening now, reacting to various triggers such as sight, sound, smell and a ...

This 3 page paper evaluates this classic work that delves into the way in which the mentally ill are treated. Several characters from the book are discussed and evaluated. Is Kesey's depiction accurate? Diagnoses are discussed. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 4 page paper examines the two theorists' points of view in terms of cognitive development. There is a focus on the developmental time frame of infancy through early childhood. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 3 page paper that relates natural order to mental order. The four natural orders, topical, analogical, chronological and causal, are described. Other types of mental orders are discussed. The three steps in organizing thinking are outlined and related to the four natural orders. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 15 page paper gives an indepth overview of alcoholism, causes, treatments, costs to society, treatment, impact to society and family. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

An 8 page paper. How to explain death to a preschool-age child is an issue of some controversy in the world, however, experts seem to agree that we should not try to shield our young children from the fact of death. Experts also seem to agree that we should not use euphemisms when discussing ...

This 4 page paper examines these two interventions and their effects on families. One article is used as a springboard for discussion and the others are used for support. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 4 page paper identifies and describes 5 Web sites that focus on parenting the ADD/ADHD child. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 5 page paper examines the correlation between the phenomenon of bullying and self-efficacy. Various types of bullying are examined. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 3 page paper evaluates an article provided by a student. The article concerns infants and their development. No bibliography.

This 6 page paper begins by providing a brief synopsis of Piaget's major points, including the age range for each stage. The basic tenets of Vygotsky's learning theory are then presented along with his criticism of Piaget. A third article is referenced, which explains the two theories and notes their similarities and differences. Finally, the ...

A 3 page paper which presents various reactions and thoughts concerning the attacks of 9-11. No sources cited.

This 3 page paper offers an overview of Aggression Replacement Training (ART), developed by Goldstein and Glick in the late 1970s. The essay outlines the three components and the schedule for the training and its purposes as well as results achieved by some. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

A 7 page literature review that focuses on the physiological effects of stress. The writer relates this perspective to Maslow's hierarchy of needs and argues that stress results when these needs are not met. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

6 pages in length. Religion is more than merely a subset of society; rather, myriad global communities often considered it the primary thread that weaves its way in and among every other aspect of existence. As beneficial a mechanism it may be in many components of life, however, one cannot consider it a ...

This 9 page paper examines the 1990 film Kindergarten Cop directed by Ivan Reitman and starring Arnold Schwarzenegger. The paper looks at how theories of learning are portrayed in the film, including classical and operant conditioning and the development stages of the ideas of Erik Erikson. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

This 3 page paper examines sexism and homophobia in the city. Behavioral science is discussed in depth and recommendations are made. Bibliography lists 6 sources.