The journey to discovering your theoretical orientation will involve myriad experiences (past and present), as well as be influenced by your culture, community, and the variety of people who have had or will have some influence on your personal and professional development. It is important to keep in mind that finding or discovering your theoretical orientation is a “journey”…meaning it will not happen over night.  A counselor may work with a […]

  Assignment 2       A number of modern Feminist thinkers argue that male/female differences are mostly socially constructed outcomes of differences in the way we treat our children. Without these, they argue, we really aren’t all that different. Evolutionary psychologists say that males and females are vastly different, and attempt to explain some of the reasons why.       Take a stand […]

Discuss the importance of sampling in research (your discussion should include information like: the difference between random and nonrandom sampling, how a researcher could manipulate the outcome of research based on how the sample was selected or how questions were asked, and the benefits and drawbacks of sampling, feel free to include anything else you think of). You have much latitude here so use your […]

In order to demonstrate an awareness of psychological career alternatives in a community setting, you will develop résumés for each of the professional experts chosen for your presentation in the Week Three discussion.  Include relevant academic and professional experience that highlights their careers, appropriate skills, and expertise. Brief job descriptions identifying the major duties associated with each relevant work experience should also be included in […]

Details: Review a code of ethics document related to your area of study or vocation. Some examples are listed below and the links are located in the Topic Materials. Consider a specific moral issue in your area of study or vocation and complete an essay according to the following directions. Code of Ethics ExamplesAmerican Psychological Association: “APA Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct”Association […]

Part I: Construct Development and Scale Creation Choose a construct you would like to measure. Create an operational definition of your construct using at least three peer-reviewed journal articles as references. Select and list five items used to sample the domain. Select the method of scaling appropriate for the domain. Justify why you selected the scaling method you did. Format the items into an instrument […]

This is MILITARY TIME, meaning this assignment is due by 1 am tomorrow, eastern standard time (thanks)!  Assignment 2: Caring for a Loved One with DementiaDue Week 9 and worth 170 pointsDesign an educational intervention to prepare new and potential caregivers of dementia patients for what to expect in caring for an older loved one.  Note:Refer to Dementia Websites or other quality recourses to complete this assignment. Articles […]

Explore the various components of different personality theories to see what fits with your personal concept of how a personality is formed. Understanding the pros and cons of these major theories will assist you in developing a foundation towards mastering personality formation. Write 1 to 2 paragraphs per theory, discussing the strengths and weaknesses of each of the following personality theories.The Big 5PsychodynamicSheldon’s Body TypesRoger’s […]

Assignment 2: RA 2: Assault in the City: Treatment Click here to study a vignette. Tasks: On the basis of the vignette you read, respond to the following:Identify and discuss the differences between adult and juvenile correctional facilities. Explain with reasons and critique.Analyze the type of treatment provided to sex offenders in adult and juvenile correctional facilities. What are the success rates of these programs?Explain the process […]

Assignment 2: Living With a Disability When Shelly saw Ms. Jones in a wheelchair, she felt sorry for her. She said a little prayer of thanks that she could walk and move freely without any hindrance. However, feeling badly for a person and actually sitting in the wheelchair for another vantage point is very different. Imagine that you suffered an accident six months ago. The […]