Category: Psychology
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The Survivor, the Psychologist, and the Story by Adrianne Aron
Table of Contents Introduction Summary Response Portion Conclusion Work Cited Introduction The story selected is “The Survivor, The Psychologist, and The Story” (Aron 31-51). Aron was born and raised in Missouri, USA. She studied Political Science and graduated from the University of California at Berkeley. She then did her Masters and Ph.D. degrees in U.C.…
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The Theories of James, Wundt, and Jung in Psychology
Table of Contents The Theories of James, Wundt, and Jung The Influence of Modern Psychology What Makes Humans Human Concerning Psychological Functioning Summary References Psychology fits well under the category of relatively young sciences as identified in the 19th century’s experimental exploration of human beings. Scholars exploring mind-related issues in the context of philosophy, however,…
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Nature vs. Nurture: Psychological Issue
Table of Contents Introduction Intersections and Differences Dominance and Major Views Conclusion References Introduction The field of psychology, based on the use of flexible theories and practical frameworks for assessing behavioral, cultural, intellectual, and other functions, has long studied the question of relevant impacts on different skills. The ongoing debate regarding the opposition of genetics…
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Industrial Psychology and Labor Interviews
Introduction The branch of industry, or industrial-organizational (I-O), psychology studies employee behavior in the workplace. According to Farndale et al. (2020), it shifts its focus towards studying a company’s culture and working processes to improve business performance and individual behavior. Labor interviews are an integral part of the employee selection process for most organizations. In…
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Reflecting on Types and Sources of Data in Psychology
Table of Contents Introduction Reflecting on Data Needed Selecting Methods of Data Creation Identifying Existing Sources of Data References Introduction The selected research question is: To what extent does the leadership style of a leader or executive impact the workplace culture and attitudes of employees? This question is based on the ever-evolving field of leadership…
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Gerald Stano’s Psychological Analysis
Background Born Paul Zeininger on September 12 1951 in Schenectady, New York, Stano was neglected during infancy by his mother (Ecker, 2003). His situation was worse, with doctors stating that it had reached “animistic level”. For instance, he had adopted the survival mechanism of eating his own feces as early as he was six months…
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Psychodynamic Approach to Psychology
Introduction Cesare Beccaria and Jeremy Bentham are known as famous philosophers who made significant contributions to the development of legal studies and criminology in the eighteenth century. Speaking about Beccaria, it needs to be said that he is regarded as one of the founding fathers of criminology in Europe. Being a member of an Italian…
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Psychological Testing: Beneficial or Harmful?
How are tests used for good? Within the context of what can be defined as “good,” psychological tests can fall under this category when utilized in instances involving the testing of an individual in order to determine whether potential aberrations in their behavior exist. In such situations, psychological tests act as instruments that facilitate the…
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Qualitative And Quantitative Research Methods In Psychology
Table of Contents Introduction Quantitative Methods Examples of Quantitative Method Qualitative Methods Examples of Qualitative Method Comparison Evaluation Conclusion Reference List Introduction Psychologists use different research methods to study sex and relationships. These methods can be either quantitative or qualitative. Quantitative research may consist of surveys, self-report questionnaires, measurements, experimental studies, correlational designs, laboratory and…
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Pursuing a Diploma in Psychology
From my teenage years onwards, I have cherished the dream of becoming a social worker. It was not something of a passing fancy or the concept of false ideology that prompted me to favor this career. I do fully understand the dedication and commitment a person embarking on such a profession needs to have. I…