Category: Psychology
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Facial Feedback Hypothesis
Table of Contents Abstract Introduction Method Result Discussion Limitations of the Study References Abstract The aim of this study was to investigate the hypothesis that the facial expression depicted by people is related to the effective emotional response. This study involves two experiments designed as a correctional alternative to the earlier versions that were associated…
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Self-Pity and Its Link to Personality
Table of Contents Introduction Summary of the Article Critique of the Article Relationship of the Study to Personality Theory My life and Personality Development Conclusion References Introduction Self-pity is an emotional response that one experiences when under stressful circumstances and compels one to be remorseful. Under stressful circumstances, trauma overwhelms people and makes them harbor…
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Free Will and Choice in Islamic Psychology
All religions and cultures have some major positions about the human being, his or her place in the world, freedom of will, and choice. There are more democratized teachings that accept the freedom of will and choice for human beings and pose responsibility for their virtue or sinfulness on each individual. However, some stricter teachings…
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Secure Attachment in Psychological Theories
Table of Contents Introduction Theoretical explanations of attachment Strange situation and different attachment patterns The effects of temperamental, medical, or behavioral characteristics Conclusion Reference List Introduction The development of attachment in infants has been of considerable interest to psychologists, evolutionary scientists, and educators. Overall, this concept can be defined as a tie or bond which…
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Concerns of Being a Counselor
Table of Contents Introduction Involuntary Clients Over-Identifying with Certain Clients Giving Too Much Advice Conclusion Reference Introduction Counseling is a client-oriented practice that aims at solving patients’ problems or helping them live positively with the problems. For a beginner in this profession, several concerns may surface before a counselor gets the flow of things. While…
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Personal Psychology, Ideologies, and Influences
Table of Contents Personal Life and History Ideologies Blind spots/ Self-Delusion Works Cited Personal Life and History Phrases such as “possessing an adventurous spirit”, “worldliness” and “glory seeker” are words which you will never see associated with the analyzed person. This is due to the fact that ever since an early age the analyzed person…
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Psychology: Drug Impact and Use Prevention
Contrast the hindbrain, midbrain, and forebrain concerning their responsibilities or tasks. What region do drugs generally affect first? Which region do drugs affect last? The brain is a complex organ in the body and may be divided into major parts which include the hindbrain, midbrain, and forebrain. Each performs specific functions and any alteration may…
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Online and Face-to-face Counselling
This paper dwells upon the attitude towards online counselling services compared to face-to-face services. Rochlen, Beretvas and Zack (2004) note that the use of the Internet for various healthcare purposes (including counselling) have been a matter of wide-scale discussion. More so, numerous online resources are being created and the market of online counselling services is…
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Realistic Encounters Emphasizing Recovery
Table of Contents Theoretical Orientation Ethno-Cultural and Linguistic Diversity Reference Alcoholism is the habitual ingestion of alcohol that leads to dependence. An alcoholic will continue to drink regardless of the damaging effects their usage has on their social, mental stability, and physical health. Alcohol dependence is a multi-factor social disease with bio-psychological and social beginnings.…
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Psychological Testing Article Analysis
The article entitled “Critical issues in psychological test use in the workplace” by H.Paterson and K.Uys discusses the use of various psychological tools in employee selection, recruitment and development. The research was aimed at identifying the purposes and extent of test use as well as the key requirements and concerns of decision-makers who initiate the…