Essays and Research Papers on Psychology Mixed

This 4 page paper gives an overview to the problems with dementia and the role of the physician. Impacts which occur socially, economically and psychologically are discussed. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 10 page paper which examines the correlation between poor parenting and children whose violent tendencies can lead to murder. Specifically considered are the issues of attachment disorder, emotional attunement, neglect and (physical and emotional) abuse. Bibliography lists 11 sources.

A 4 page analysis of the actions of one of the most disturbed serial killers of all time. The author discusses Dahmer's actions as they relate to the personality theories of Carl Rogers. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 4 page paper which examines D.H. Lawrence’s story “The Rocking Horse Winner” and applies the Oedipal theories of Sigmund Freud. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 4 page discussion of how psychologists can intervene to lessen the direct and indirect impacts of this in this disturbing disease. The author points out that the psychologist can be valuable in quantifying and addressing the problem both on a family level and a community level. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 2.5 page paper which considers how today’s youth should combat negative moral influences. Bibliography lists 1 source.

8 pages in length. The writer briefly discusses main principles of many of Freud's theories. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

5 pages in length. The statement "at the heart of all relationships there is an unequal powerbase" is relevant to counseling skills because of the imbalance inherent to an association between a vulnerable patient and a seemingly all-knowing therapist. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 8-page paper discusses the impact of divorce on children, both from a short-term and long-term perspective. Bibliography lists 11 sources.

A 4 page research paper that examines Erik Erikson's model for personality development and then refers to two females at different stages of development in order to illustrate its principles. The writer contrasts and compares how these two individuals handle their stage of development in Erikson's model. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 4 page paper assessing the case of Client X, a 52-year-old Puerto Rican American woman having difficulty dealing with the absence of the traditional Hispanic extended family support structure so closely attached to the Hispanic culture. Unmet expectations can be devastating for the individual taken unaware. Client X should be able to ...

A 4 page exploration of why some individuals engage in criminal activity. Sociologist Timothy Brezina contends that there are "benefits" of crime for those who commit them. Jack Katz would agree. This paper argues that to excuse criminal activity on the basis of environmental factors is unjust. Bibliography lists 11 sources.

4 pages in length. One of the most challenging aspects of what social workers do with clients is to initially get them into the office, inasmuch as the engagement process inherently segues into resistance. A particularly good example of this resistance to engagement can be found when clients cancel or completely skip their ...

This 6 page paper examines the concept of sadistic pedophilia. While a great deal of information is relayed about the perpetrators, there is also attention paid to the victims and what survivors go through. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 4 page paper discusses the various theories assocated with learning and memory. A reaction paper, this paper examples one's applications of Pavlovian principles, adaptive behaviors, shaping, and characteristics of good trainers. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 4 page paper discussing “neuroticism, extraversion, openness to experience, agreeableness, and conscientiousness” (Judge, Thoresen and Barrick, 1999; p. 621) as the collective origin of intrinsic motivation, and how an individual can set about enhancing that which s/he already has. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 3 page paper that begins with anecdotal comments from diagnosed schizophrenic patients. The essay provides a list of common symptoms used for diagnosis, discusses causes, and treatments. The results of a new combination of drugs are reported as is recent use of cognitive behavioral therapy. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 6 page outline of the causative factors believed to be responsible for schizophrenia. These factors are both genetic and environmental. Recent research has unearthed particularly interesting correlations with obstetric complications. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

This 10-page paper discusses some aspects of Barie's book Peter Pan, namely, Pan's need for mothering, Wendy's fulfilment of that role, and the "Peter Pan" syndrome. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 6 page research paper that examines the possible causes for excessive crying, that is, "fussiness," in an infant at 2 months of age. The writer discusses various physical causes, such as colic, or improper feeding, but also broaches more serious topics, such as the early signs of autism and how the development of the ...

4 pages in length. The writer discusses who psychologists get involved in fraudulent practices, as well as whether or not a psychologist is entitled to obtain client information under certain circumstances. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

A 6 page paper assessing two views of disability. For years, practitioners in various disciplines have attempted to apply the medical-based approach to diagnosis and management of disease to virtually every aspect of human function. Where non-physical disability exists, that approach may not be as valid as the system would cause it to ...

This 4 page paper provides an overview of the issue of forgiveness and reconciliation for two warring factions of a fictional country, Kundu. This paper outlines the theories put forth by two psychologists, who relate the need for the goal of reconciliation in inciting forgiveness. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 5 page paper utilizes the Jung archetypes and the four functions to illustrate why the 2004 campaign turned out as it did in America. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 12 page paper discusses the pros and cons of the debates surrounding birth order and intelligence, cognitive ability and family size. Findings, case studies, arguments outlined and exampled. Bibliography lists 7 sources.