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"Random Family", 2008.
This paper analyzes the book "Random Family: Love, Drugs, Trouble and Coming of Age in the Bronx" by Adrian Nicole LeBlanc.
1,450 words (approx. 5.8 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 48.95
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The paper examines the book "Random Family: Love, Drugs, Trouble and Coming of Age in the Bronx" that describes the problems facing two young women as they mature in the Bronx. The paper focuses on three main problems facing these girls that are drugs, poverty and lack of education. The paper discusses how almost all the residents face these problems and they deal with them in similar self-destructive and defeating ways that do not lead to successful lives. The writer concludes with a personal reflection on this story.
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"The problem areas are pervasive in the Bronx and in just about every other inner city poverty-stricken area in the country. Low-income people struggle just to survive and have little hope of ever escaping the hopelessness of their lives. The first major problem is drugs. They are everywhere in the Bronx, especially in the area where Jessica lives. About the only way to prosper in this area is to deal drugs, and the rest of the people know it. The drug dealers flaunt their wealth and status, and other residents are drawn to them because of their success and opulence."
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Group Counseling, 2008.
A discussion comparing and contrasting what the views are in current literature on the subject of group counseling.
4,001 words (approx. 16.0 pages), 12 sources, APA, $ 108.95
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The paper explores group counseling and examines what group counseling actually is and what the purpose of group counseling is. The paper continues and examines ethics in counseling and specifically those ethics of the Christian counselor in maintaining Biblical principles in counseling and what the ethical requirements of the Christian counselor are. The paper comments that findings in this work include the important and key role of the group leader or facilitator in keeping the interactions and communications positive in order to avoid harm to group members.
Outline:
Introduction
Methodology
Key Terms and Definitions
Background to the Study
Compare/Contrast Current Views on Group Counseling
Summary And Conclusion
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"Throughout the remainder of the 20th century, groups emerged as an increasingly popular mode of intervention in psychotherapy and counseling settings." (Stockton, Morran, and Krieger, 2004) Group methods are popular in use today "across a wide variety of settings to assist clients who present with a diverse range of goals and concerns," (Stockton, Morran and Krieger, 2004) Group counseling is an approach to treatment that is considered to have the same relevant effectiveness as individual counseling. There are various methods used in the group counseling therapy and there are very few studies to provide solid evidence of the direction the group leader should take however, preliminary findings do state that positive interaction with the group leader and the members of the group is vital to successful intervention. Group counseling is known to have benefits including."
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Person-Centered and Cognitive Behavioral Theories, 2008.
An overview of the person-centered theory and cognitive behavioral theory.
1,227 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 41.95
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The paper outlines the main principles of the person-centered theory and the cognitive behavioral theory. The paper focuses on the concepts of the person-centered theory and discusses the microskills and techniques that students would expect to be effective with this theory.
Outline:
Objective
Person-Centered Theory
Cognitive Behavioral Theory
Microskills and Effective Techniques
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"This theory was developed by Carl Rogers, an American psychologist who practiced in the 1930s and is a type of therapy that has as its goal the fostering of the client in cohesion of the idealized and actual self of the client. This therapy also has the goal of the client gaining a better understanding of 'self' as well as lowering the client's levels of "defensiveness, guilt, and insecurity" (Person-Centered Therapy, nd) Other goals in this therapy include the client gaining a more positive outlook in relationships and as well focuses on the client gaining an increase in the capacity to "experience and express feelings at the moment" (Person-Centered Therapy, nd) in which the feelings actually occur."
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Counseling Theories, 2008.
This paper discusses person-centered theory and cognitive-behavioral theory.
1,324 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 44.95
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The paper explores the concepts and techniques in Carl Rogers' client-centered approach to therapy and in cognitive-behavioral theory. The paper also highlights the main differences between these two theoretical approaches to therapy.
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"Person centered theory has been established by Carl Rogers inside the humanistic approach in psychotherapy. Humanism has been termed by Bugental (1964) the 'Third Force' of therapy views, along with the psychoanalytic and behavioral views. Humanism is essentially concerned with emphasizing the worth of the individual and the centrality of human values. The most important theorists of this approach are: Carl Rogers, Abraham Maslow, Frederick Perls, Victor Frankl and so on."
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Drug Addiction and Disease, 2008.
This paper explores drug addiction in relation to theories of disease.
986 words (approx. 3.9 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 35.95
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The paper explains that whether a particular practice is regarded as an accepted activity or as deviant antisocial behavior is largely a function of culture and social norms. The paper then discusses how genetic predisposition and external environmental factors contribute to make some individuals more predisposed to addiction than others, but defining addiction as a disease still involves amorphous criteria and subjective determination. The paper concludes that ultimately, what matters more than a definitive classification of drug addiction, is that its symptoms be addressed in a manner conducive to their relief and to ending the addiction.
Outline:
Introduction
Distinguishing Disease and Behavior in Drug Addiction
Conclusion
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"Drug addiction is unlike other medical diseases, primarily because it is the result of voluntary behavior rather from exposure to bacterial organisms, viruses, or from a genetic disorder. Whereas symptoms normally associated with organic diseases are well defined in strictly objective terms, the symptoms of addiction rely on subjective definition, and to a large degree, on cultural norms and expectations (Reinarman, 2005)."
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Child Molestation, 2008.
A discussion that examines the type of individuals that molest children.
3,951 words (approx. 15.8 pages), 10 sources, APA, $ 107.95
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The paper states that over the past few years there has been a marked increase in the number of children victimized by child molesters. The paper adds that the advent and popularity of the internet has spawned a new breed of molesters that are preying upon children. The paper then discusses and examines the type of individuals that molest children and focuses on several studies and observations that have been made concerning the nature of these individuals.
Outline:
Introduction
Child Molesters and Heterosocial competence
Child Molesters that are Socially Skilled
Child Molesters Perceptions Of Early Interpersonal Relationships
Female Child Molesters
Conclusion
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"Overall it is apparent that child molesters do not necessarily fit into one category and the reasons for the behaviors can vary greatly. However, there are some characteristics that seem to be consistent with many child molesters. In many cases they are preoccupied with being accepted, they tend to live double lives and more often then not they were sexually abused as children. One of the most disturbing findings of this research is the fact that molesters could be anyone and in many cases it is not someone that would be suspected of committing any crime against a child."
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Paul Chance's "Learning and Behavior ", 2008.
This paper studies the psychology of learning while examining the book 'Learning and Behavior' by Paul Chance.
3,064 words (approx. 12.3 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 89.95
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In this article, the writer notes that Paul Chance's book 'Learning and Behavior' provides students and teachers with some intriguing and interesting ideas about the psychology of learning. The writer points out that a general overview of the book displays the ease under which the reader can read the words and comprehend not only the meaning of the individual words, but the philosophical meaning of the words as well. Unlike many similar texts, Paul Chance's book is an easy read providing a style that allows the readers to follow along as he leads along the rosy and philosophical road to educating teachers and students in the field of learning and behavior. The writer concludes that Chance's book 'Learning and Behavior' may be one of the easiest, yet most enlightening manuscripts available on the subject of learning, and presents the material in such a manner that it immediately becomes much more understandable and a pleasure to read.
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"Chance goes on to explain in more detail how the conditioning process works using the Pavlovian procedures. He writes of the higher-order conditioning, trace conditioning, delayed conditioning, simultaneous conditioning and backward conditioning. He provides brief but succinct descriptions of the five conditioning procedures and how Pavlovian procedures interplay with conditioning. The descriptions help the reader in gaining additional understanding of how and why individuals learn and how conditions can play a very vital role in that learning process.
"Comparing those findings to the Operant procedures is a mouthy subject but Chance does a credible job of accomplishing that task. He explains how reinforcements work when applied to operant behavior, while conditional stimulus works when applying Pavlovian procedures."
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Culture in Human Relations, 2008.
This paper discusses the theories of Geer Hofstede, Franz Boas and Harry Triandis on culture in human relations.
1,694 words (approx. 6.8 pages), 9 sources, APA, $ 54.95
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The paper discusses theories of culture in human relations, focusing on Geer Hofstede, Franz Boas, and Harry Triandis. The paper explains Hofstede's belief that culture creates a pattern of thinking, feeling, and acting that is acquired in early childhood and later shaped by interacting with family members, neighbors or colleagues. The paper also looks at Hofstede's surveys that characterized cultures but notes the criticisms of his work. The paper then looks at Franz Boas' theory of cultural relativism and its criticisms and Harry Triandis' individualism - collectivism theories and their limitations. The paper concludes that given the significant role that culture plays in human relations, its understanding should be seen as a top priority when in a multicultural environment.
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"Consequently, Hofstede (2005) makes use of the fragment from Rose's play for building his theory of culture as mental programming. According to him, every individual subscribes to a "pattern of thinking, feeling, and acting" that is acquired in early childhood and later shaped by interacting with family members, neighbors or colleagues (i.e. the social environment to which he/she belongs). Moreover, the Dutch sociologist asserts that once acquired, such patterns become solid 'programs' that dictate humans' behavior, emotions and thoughts and, therefore, must be 'unlearned' in order to make room for learning new things."
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Video Games and Violence in Children, 2008.
An overview of the effect that playing video games has on children's behavior.
4,854 words (approx. 19.4 pages), 25 sources, APA, $ 123.95
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This paper investigates the influence that playing video games may have on children. It cites several studies that have been carried out on this subject and includes information, graphs and images connected to brain activity patterns. The author of this paper has also included recommendations from experts in the field, that parents, teachers and other adults monitor the time children spend playing video games, as well as the content of games.
Outline:
"It" Depends . . .
Contemporary Conflicting Consensuses
Causes Contributing to "It"
"It"
Kill-ology?
A Video Game Player's Brain
Positive Proponents Pointed Out
Trouble?
Father's Absence
A Repeated Theme
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"In the study conducted during 1999, by the Media Analysis Laboratory at Simon Fraser University in Burnaby, British Columbia, entitled "Video Game Culture: Leisure and Play Preferences of B.C. Teens," the video game industry earned 10 times the amount of children's television production: 30% of the U.S. toy market of $8.8 billion; larger than Hollywood's box office gross ($5.2 billion). ("Technology: Violence and Video Games," 1999, p. 173) According to Reuters (2007), "For 2006, PwC's preliminary estimates are for the U.S. gaming market to have expanded 10.6% to $9 billion."
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Rheumatoid Arthritis - Its Effect on Daily Living, 2008.
An examination of the importance of exercise and a positive mood for patients with rheumatoid arthritis.
1,027 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 11 sources, APA, $ 36.95
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This paper discusses the effect of rheumatoid arthritis on the daily living of a patient. It describes the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis and how it presents. The paper then focuses on the impact of exercise and mood on the severity of the disease and discusses the importance of ensuring enough exercise and positive mood for patients with the disease.
Table of Contents:
Review Of The Literature
Introduction to Rheumatoid Arthritis
Importance of Exercise for Individuals with Rheumatoid Arthritis
RA & ADL
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"Patients with better mood "showed lower disease activity after one year of observation as compared with those with worse mood. As well as several reports relating diseases and mood, mental status has also been reported to affect immuno-regulatory systems. Chronic depression or chronic stress conditions lead to immuno-suppressive status and imbalance in corticotrophin-releasing hormone, which induces cancer and hyperthyroidism. It has been reported that depressive states induce suppression of mitogenic reaction in lymphocytes, decreases the number and activity of natural killer cells and decreases the production of interferon." Sadamoto, Ogawa, Ogura and Saito, 2006) The work of Gray (nd) entitled: "What Feature of Rheumatoid Arthritis are Hard to Cope with Psychologically and What Strategies Might be Helpful in Coping?" identifies the features of RA which are hard to psychologically cope with and explores the relationships between those features and negative psychological outcomes. The following figure shows the percentages of the disease symptoms and how the ability of those with RA are affected in coping."
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Psychology and 'Forrest Gump', 2008.
This paper studies the movie 'Forrest Gump' focusing on the psychology aspects of the film.
2,178 words (approx. 8.7 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 67.95
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In this article, the writer introduces and analyzes the film 'Forrest Gump', directed by Robert Zemeckis. Specifically, the writer examines the character of Forrest Gump as it relates to human development and psychology. The writer notes that Forrest Gump's character in the film displays several characteristics of psychology, including emotion, naivete, adult development, limited IQ, behavior and adaptation. The writer points out that Forrest Gump also displays learning and conditioning and of course, personality and social and moral development. The writer concludes that psychologically, Forrest is simple-minded and has a low IQ, and yet, he seems more compassionate, caring, and innocent than just about any other adult could ever be.
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"Forrest's innocence is like that of a child, which also helps make him more emotional than many adults even think of being. He wears his heart on his sleeve, and is never afraid to show someone how he feels, such as the time he sees Lt. Dan after the war, and is so incredibly happy to see him that he can hardly contain himself. Forrest is like that, he is not ashamed of his emotions and in that, he is like a child, always at wonder about the world around him, and not afraid to show it. This is another aspect of his psychology that is endearing and at odds with most adults. Forrest has the innocence and trust of a child, and so, he makes the audience look at their own cynicism and bitterness and question it. The character is deceptively simple, because in his simplicity and honesty he creates questions and wonder in the audience, and perhaps brings them to question their own emotions and innocence (or lack of it). He never sees the bad in a situation, only the good, and this makes him endearing, and someone to emulate, as well."
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Personality, 2008.
A review of the variety of theories that influence personality.
890 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 31.95
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The paper states that there are several personality theories in existence, focusing on the basic ideas of human behavior, and the origin of that behavior. The paper comments that some believe personality is a result of DNA, some believe it is based on development, and some believe behaviors and personality are unconscious ramifications of conflicts within a person. This paper focuses on a theory based in the idea that personality is a product of one's interaction with the environment, and his or her experiences. The paper concludes that many factors can influence personality, such as chemical imbalances in the brain, developmental problems, and social influences and that the primary focus of behavior is clearly experience based.
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"The idea that personality is based on experience is also supported when one examines motivation. Research has shown that motivation is based on external rewards, rather than internal rewards (Wasserman, 1997). Ivan Pavlov showed through hit experiments with rats and dogs that animals can learn behaviors by experiencing specific circumstances. For example, Pavlov taught dogs to respond unconsciously to the sound of a bell simply through repeated experience (Wasserman, 1997). Further, research on music theory has shown that students who receive higher praise or rewards for improved skills consistently outperform those who do not (Madsen, 2003). Such information suggests that motivation, a component of personality, is based on experiences with the rewards for specific behaviors."
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