Essays and Research Papers on Social Psychology

5 pages in length. The Psychiatric Diagnostic Screening Questionnaire (PDSQ) is a widely used industry tool that tests for DSM-IV Axis I disorders that occur most predominantly in people who are at least eighteen years old. The outcome of this screening test, which is administered in either outpatient mental health or medical facilities, ...

A 6 page overview of the eight stages of development identified by psychoanalyst Erik Homberger Erikson. This paper frames questions in accordance with those stages, questions to be used in interviewing a sixty-five year old woman. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A paper which looks at self concept and self esteem in adolescents, in relation to the social, psychological and environmental factors which contribute to the development of personality, and how these affect the interaction of adolescents with their world. Bibliography lists 13 sources.

This 13 page paper traces the connections, if any, between genetics and criminal behavior; asking if a tendency toward criminal behavior is inherited? If so, what can (or should) be done about it? Bibliography lists 7 sources

A 5 page paper that explains and discusses specific concepts and approaches. The concepts explained are positive reinforcement, negative reinforcement and punishment. The two interventions explained are Differential reinforcement of other behaviors (DRO) and Response Cost, including examples. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

7 pages in length. William Glasser's approach to reality counseling has been an instrumental force in helping myriad individuals and families for over forty years; based firmly upon Glasser's Choice Theory, reality therapy gains its influence from a number of critical components. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 5 page overview of horoscopes. This paper discusses their origin, construction, and influence. Even professional horoscopes, however, are subject to considerable variation in their production and their interpretation. Consequently, there is considerable controversy surrounding their validity. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

5 pages in length. Identifying and understanding a person's temperament is a tremendous tool in many areas of contemporary society where people are grouped together for reasons of employment and education. Determining an individual's predisposition helps to align him or her with the best fitting subcategory in a particular industry or which career ...

Thbis 26 page paper provides an overview of a research study of the impacts of social support on the recovery process for people who are victims of violent crime. Bibliography lists 25 sources.

A paper which considers misperception and misinterpretation of feelings, with particular reference to self-fulfilling prophecy and the development of self-concept. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

5 pages in length. To understand what some might consider the opposing perspectives of social work's epistemological approach and the conceptual framework of posttraumatic growth, one must realize the common denominator inherent to both aspects of personal development: That greater knowledge comes with tremendous - albeit unexpected - change. The extent to which ...

8 pages in length. Dealing with grief and loss may be a natural part of life, however, it is also one of the most challenging. The extent to which people experience different emotions as they travel through the process is both grand and far-reaching; that some expedite themselves through it while others linger ...

This 8 page paper discusses different issues related to Erikson's psychosocial theories. The paper does not explain the 8 stages of development. Instead, the writer explores Erikson's philosophy, themes found in his stages, testing or validating the accuracy of the theoretical assumptions, how the theory, i.e., psychosocial stages might be used professionally and a report ...

A 4 page review of the damages that have been inflicted by this national disaster. The author contends that only if we analyze their situations from the Ecological Systems Theory perspective can we truly understand the depth of the scarring. That same theory, however, can serve as an outline in helping us pick ...

A 5 page discussion of the impact Hurricane Katrina has had on its youngest victims. These impacts are, of course, both physical and psychological. With help, however, these children can be put back on the path towards becoming happy and productive members of society. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 5 page review of emotional intelligence, a critical component of personal and occupational success. This paper discusses the origin of the term emotional intelligence and outlines how it is perceived in various organizational environments. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 5 page essay that examines the topic of stereotyping and racial prejudice and how this affects the ways in which people perceive each other and themselves. Part of the fabric of culture is that people tend to define what they mean by "people" as those who share the common characteristics of the most dominant ...

A 14 page research paper that includes a 1 page abstract. This paper offers an overview of research on adult mate selection. It explores the perspectives of sociobiology, and also cultural and psychological influences on this process. Each of these areas is discussed with examples drawn from literature. This reveals that there are multiple factors ...

A 12 page paper that begins with a definition of post-traumatic stress disorder, including the criteria for diagnosis from the DSM-IV and the proportion of patients with a dual diagnosis. The writer then discusses false memories, what they are, why people might have them, how they were recovered. Data is included regarding the numbers of ...

A 5 page paper. The 85 and older age group is the fastest growing population in the U.S. What can these folks do to retain their sense of integrity and their self-confidence and self-esteem? There are no norms of behavior or stages of development for the elderly, unlike younger age groups. As one author said, ...

In this 6 page paper, the writer explains the basic premises of each theorist named and others. Some premises explained include: the unconscious, Jung's explanation of extrovert vs. introvert, behaviorism, stages of development. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

A 5 page discussion of the factors that influence identity. The social identity theory is defined and an explanation provided as to the importance of group membership in identity formation. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

3 pages in length. The extent to which culture and cultural identity play a significant role in the counseling process is both grand and far-reaching; that people relate differently within the counseling setting based upon their personal cultural upbringing speaks to the need for counselors to incorporate specific methods that readily address these diverse ...

This 4 page paper looks at the effects of technology on society. Communications is highlighted. Various issues discussed include machines replacing people, the use of the cell phone, cloning, DNA technology, and cameras. A quote from Orwell's 1984 is included. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 4 page exploration of the concept of community. This author discusses the physical, sociological, and psychological aspects of community. Bibliography lists 3 sources.