Category: Psychology 2075

  • Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs and Assumptions

    Table of Contents Introduction The Basic Assumptions Hierarchy of Needs Scripture Sample References Introduction Motivation is a process that influences and directs behavior to satisfy a need. Maslow developed a theory based on the idea that human behavior is determined by limited fundamental needs that emerge in sequential order. He called his model a hierarchy…

  • The Developmental Stages of Children and Adolescents

    Table of Contents Kwame Physical Development Cognitive Development Social and Emotional Development Parenting Impacts Potential Interventions Summary References Kwame Kwame is nine months old. As the observations, and the developmental assessment made it clear, the child has some behavioral and emotional problems. When Kwame is upset, it is difficult to calm him down, and sometimes…

  • Dyslexia: Methods to Improve the Condition

    Table of Contents Abstract Sarah and Byron Cognitive Development Research Topic Selection: Dyslexia Key Characteristics Choice of Topic and Expected Outcomes Conclusion References Abstract Cognitive development as well as issues that can arise with the ability of an individual to comprehend and express thoughts through language have been extensively studied by researchers. This scholarly area…

  • The Gestalt-Approach to Problem-Solving

    Cognition and Learning have proved to be a very useful course for me. All the topics covered in the course were of great interest and importance for me. However, there is one specific thing that resonated with me most: the idea of Gestalt-approach to problem-solving. According to this theory, finding the best solution to a…

  • Puberty: Its Role in Development

    Susman, E. J., & Dorn, L.D. (2009). Puberty: Its role in development. In R.M. Lerner & L. Steinberg (Eds.), Handbook of adolescent psychology (p.116-151). John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Hoboken, NJ: Wiley. Main Points Historical and theoretical perspective on puberty Puberty changes affect physical morphological characteristics Understanding the neuroendocrinology of puberty and the impact on…

  • Pavlov’s Classical Conditioning and Skinner’s Operant Conditioning Theories

    Table of Contents Abstract Introduction Pavlov’s Classical Conditioning Skinner’s Operant Conditioning Underlying Processes Psychological Behavioral Implications Real-Life Applications Conclusion References Abstract Learned behaviors are a classical subject of behavioral psychology that attempts to understand how behaviors are acquired and established. Pavlov’s classical conditioning focused on involuntary stimulus and responses and Skinner’s operant conditioning centered around…

  • Biological and Humanistic Approaches to Personality

    Introduction Personal reflection is a day-to-day analysis that caters for assessment of personalities especially among closely related people. The daily rumination of peoples’ behaviours has a close focus upon individuals, but the development in the psychology studies indicates that the focus is general. Various theories are in use in the aim of explaining the developments…

  • Positive Effects of Peer Pressure: Essay Example

    Table of Contents Positive Effects of Peer Pressure: Essay Abstract Positive Effects of Peer Pressure: Essay Introduction Positive Effects of Peer Pressure The Avoidance of Negative Peer Pressure Positive Effects of Peer Pressure: Essay Conclusion References Positive Effects of Peer Pressure: Essay Abstract The paper dwells on the analysis of the positive effects that peer…

  • Applied Behavior Analysis: Personal Experience

    My personal professional experience in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) agencies has been focused on working with students on the autism spectrum. It is vital for practitioners to maintain competent recordkeeping and documentation both the purposes of an audit as well as information to guide clinical decisions. There is a significant amount of data which may…

  • Benefits of Video Games

    Children and young adults love video games as they are fun and help to relax. At the same time, many adults claim that children spend too much time playing, which makes them violent and do not bring any benefit. However, facts indicate that video games are useful for the cognitive development of children and adults,…