Case Analysis of Mrs. C from a Social-Cognitive Perspective. Mrs. C’s case presents a complex interplay of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and depressive symptoms, significantly impacting her family and personal life. Analyzing her situation through Albert Bandura’s social-cognitive theory offers valuable insights into the development and maintenance of her behaviors. This theory emphasizes the reciprocal determinism […]
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 […]
Current Issues and Future Directions in Applied Behavior Analysis: A Critical Examination Applied behavior analysis (ABA) faces significant challenges regarding cultural competency, ethical practices, and service delivery methods. Recent developments highlight substantial concerns about traditional approaches while emphasizing necessary evolutionary changes within the field (Mathur et al., 2024). Cultural Competency Gaps Practitioners and researchers identify […]
Revitalizing Democracy: Addressing Low Voter Turnout in U.S. Elections Introduction The cornerstone of a thriving democracy is active citizen participation in the electoral process. However, the United States faces a persistent challenge of low voter turnout, which undermines the representative nature of its government and weakens the democratic fabric of the nation. This paper examines […]
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 […]
Weekly Exploration Journal: Unit 3 Cognitive Dissonance: Unraveling Internal Conflicts In exploring this week’s readings, the concept of cognitive dissonance particularly captured my attention. This psychological phenomenon, first proposed by Leon Festinger in 1957, describes the mental discomfort experienced when an individual holds contradictory beliefs, ideas, or values, or when new information conflicts with existing […]
Understanding Smoking Cessation Through the Lens of the Transtheoretical Model. Smoking cessation is a complex process influenced by various psychological factors. The Transtheoretical Model (TTM), developed by Prochaska and DiClemente, offers a comprehensive framework for understanding the stages of change individuals experience when attempting to quit smoking. This paper explores how the TTM explains the […]
Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome and Its Developmental Impacts: A Complex Challenge for Families and Social Workers Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS) presents a significant public health concern, with far-reaching implications for affected infants, their families, and the healthcare system. This paper examines the developmental challenges associated with NAS, explores the application of the person-in-environment perspective, and discusses […]
Moral Beliefs: Origins and Applications Moral beliefs form the foundation of ethical decision-making, shaping our understanding of right and wrong, good and bad. These beliefs encompass a range of judgments, values, rules, principles, and theories that guide our actions and interactions with others (Vaughn 13). As individuals, we develop unique sets of moral beliefs influenced […]
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 […]
