Assignment Details Psychotherapy Mult Modalities – Fall 2025Therapy for Clients With Personality Disorders Individuals with personality disorders often find it difficult to overcome the enduring patterns of thought and behavior that they have thus far experienced and functioned with in daily life. It’s important to remember that these individuals are not resistant by choice; many […]
Grit and Openness: A Review of a Conceptual Tension The Problem of Grit and Openness Achievement psychology has heavily emphasized grit, defined as the sustained passion and perseverance for long-term goals (Duckworth et al., 2007). This construct holds intuitive appeal; it lionizes stamina and focus. Conversely, the Big Five trait model posits Openness to Experience […]
McCrae, Terracciano, and colleagues explored the universality of personality traits across 50 cultures, analyzing observer-rated data to determine if the Five-Factor Model (FFM) holds cross-culturally. Their findings revealed consistent patterns in personality structure, supporting the idea that traits like openness, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism are broadly recognizable worldwide. However, mean trait levels varied between […]
Developments and the Future of Applied Behavior Analysis Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a scientific approach to understanding and changing behavior. Its applications are diverse, ranging from treating autism spectrum disorder to improving workplace safety. While ABA has demonstrated considerable effectiveness, it has also faced criticism and controversy. This paper will explore the benefits and […]
An Analysis of Public Opinion Polls: Employee Engagement, Financial Perspectives, and Social Issues Public opinion polls serve as valuable tools for gauging societal attitudes and trends across various domains. This paper examines three recent Gallup polls, focusing on employee engagement and health, Americans’ financial perspectives, and evolving views on same-sex marriage. By analyzing these diverse […]
Student Debt: Perceptions and Impact on College Students [Thesis statement] This paper examines the construction of an online survey designed to investigate college students’ perceptions of student debt and its impact on their academic and personal lives. The survey aims to gather data on students’ understanding of debt, financial literacy, and the perceived long-term consequences […]
Analyzing Tony Stark’s Personality Development through Freudian and Eriksonian Theories. This paper explores the personality development of Tony Stark, a fictional character from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, using Freudian and Eriksonian theories. By examining Stark’s life events and milestones, we aim to understand how these theories apply to his character. Freudian Theory Analysis Freud’s psychoanalytic […]
Discussion post: to spank or not to spank If you observed bruises or other forms of injury on a child, how would you determine whether these occurred as the result of an accident or a willful act of harm? This question poses a significant challenge for child protection professionals and requires careful investigation and assessment. […]
The Foundations of Behavioral Psychology: Understanding the Contributions of Ivan Pavlov and B.F. Skinner. [Discuss the major concepts proposed by this theorist, and how the theorist contributed to the history of psychology.] [Insert a picture of the theorist referenced properly.] [Provide examples of current events that illustrate the continued influence of the major concepts proposed […]
Construct a detailed examination of debate tactics from an Open to Debate session, identifying methods that enhance argumentative clarity. Debate Analysis: “Don’t Eat Anything With a Face” Below is my analysis of the debate “Don’t Eat Anything With a Face” from Open to Debate, focusing on the strategies employed by Dr. Neal Barnard, who argues […]
