Category: Psychology

According to Levin and Nielsen (2009), nightmares are “vividly and highly emotional dysphonic dreams that awaken the individual from sleep” (p. 84). Similarly, Blangrove, Farmer and Williams (2004) define nightmares as “very disturbing dreams, the events or emotions of which cause the dreamer to wake up” (p. 129). On the other hand, dreams are defined…

Table of Contents Introduction Attitudes towards Spanking in the United States and Japan Effectiveness of Spanking as a Way of Correcting a Child’s Behaviour Psychological Consequences Spanking My Personal Opinion on Spanking Conclusions References Introduction The Science Daily (2008) confirms that spanking has been on the decrease for the past thirty years. Nonetheless, spanking is…

Correct psychological assessment and testing is the first step towards a successful psychological intervention. Although existing psychological assessment and testing methods and instruments are found to be helpful, there is always question about possible bias when applied in minority populations. There is possibility of individuals from minority cultural and ethnic groups being assessed inappropriately because…

Table of Contents Introduction Role of beauty in the society Effects of Emphasis on Physical Appearance The Role of the Media in Emphasis on Physical Appearance How Media Can De-emphasize-Emphasize the Importance of Physical Appearance Review of Women and Men’s Magazines and the Influence of Models Conclusions References Introduction Poets and thinkers have linked beauty…

Table of Contents Abstract Introduction Literature Review Methods Results Discussion Conclusion Reference List Abstract Counseling is becoming a popular profession, which is in demand, as modern people have to face numerous challenges and they are unable to cope with them effectively on their own. It has been acknowledged that counseling without a self-care plan can…

Table of Contents Introduction Cognitive Therapy Behavioral Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Conclusion References Introduction Mental health is quite important in defining the mental well being of a person. This is due to the fact that the mind and behavior are interconnected. Poor coordination or disconnection between the two renders a person in a state of…

Table of Contents Introduction The Reasons of why People Agree for Laser Vision Correction Life before and after Laser Vision Correction Psychological Perspective in Laser Vision Correction Quality of Life after Vision Correction Variety of Ways of how People Perceive the Life Lifestyle and Possible Improvements Made by People after Laser Vision Correction Conclusion Reference…

Table of Contents Introduction Vicarious trauma among clinicians in First Nations Communities Working in Northern Ontario locations Experiencing trauma and impact to therapists Managing Vicarious Trauma in First Nations communities Conclusion References Introduction Literature concerning professionals working with traumatized clients or patients is enormous. The interaction between the professional and clients takes place on daily…

Table of Contents Introduction Background Conclusion References Introduction This case study outlines the process of counselling, which composed of six sessions that my client underwent. The case study I have chosen has great significance to my life and career due to several reasons. Firstly, it was my first experience dealing with a client during my…

There are various types of psychosocially-based sexual dysfunctions that people face. Some of these problems include premature ejaculation, erectile dysfunction, painful intercourse and lack of desire to engage in sexual intercourse. Erectile dysfunction is one psychosocially dysfunction that has affected men over the age of 40 year (American Psychological Association 2012, para. 2). It is…