Psychology

elect two different research methods, such as descriptive, experimental, quasi-experimental, developmental, or epidemiological. Write a 2,000- to 3,000-word paper addressing the following: Describe two research methods used in behavioral health. Summarize two articles using two different research methods applied to the same population, and identify the methods used. Analyze the effectiveness of the methods used […]

If you go into a newborn nursery in a hospital you see the beginnings of different personality traits. Some of the babies are quiet, some are fussy, etc. This difference is noticeable at the very early ages of life, long before there are any environmental influences. How would you account for this? Also, is the […]

In a 2- to 3-page paper, respond to the following prompts: Identify the eight stages of psychosocial development, and provide a global overview of the stages. Identify the critical psychosocial dilemma faced in each stage. For each stage’s dilemma, describe a specific behavior (either of an individual or parents of an individual) that would likely […]

In a Word document, provide short answers to the statements below. Each answer should be 250-300 words in length. A screening is a type of assessment tool. Describe how and when a screening is used. Describe the legal and ethical parameters related to administering and interpreting assessment tools. Identify the sanctions and educational requirements for […]

B. F. Skinner built on the classic behavioristic principles to develop his theory on human behavior. His theory has since been expanded and applied in many practical areas. This assignment focuses on Skinner’s legacy by examining contemporary applications of his ideas of reinforcement learning.   In a paper of 1,250-1,5000  words, demonstrate Skinner’s legacy. Include […]

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This is not meant to be a full research plan in that you will not be constructing data collection instruments or generating data to use. The final project is meant to develop understanding about the relationships between research questions, research design, and data organization and analysis. For this project, you will consider more the […]

In this assignment, you will analyze a fictional scenario and identify the possible disorders involved. All the information needed for this assignment can be found in the textbook. Read the following vignettes: Select one of the above vignettes and analyze it by completing the following: Identify and describe two possible emotional disorders one might consider […]

For this assignment, you will have a chance to put into practice all you have been learning throughout this course. You will analyze the personality development of one of the theorists studied in this course from three different theoretical perspectives. Choose one of the theorists you have studied this term. Use your textbook, the Internet, […]

Respond to the following exercises from Chapter One of The Literature Review in 150 to 200 words each. For the Additional Question, record the research and null hypotheses for your project. Exercise 1.1: Discovering the Subject of Your Interest or Issue of Inquiry Exercise 1.2: Understanding the Personal Viewpoint Exercise 1.3: Selecting the Focus of […]

Primary Task Response: Within the Discussion Board area, write 300–500 words that respond to the following questions with your thoughts, ideas, and comments. This will be the foundation for future discussions by your classmates. Be substantive and clear, and use examples to reinforce your ideas. Conformity and Obedience The Stanford Prison Experiments were some of […]