How would/do you conceptualize addiction and addiction behaviors within the context of psychodynamic theory (shadow work/archetypal energies/attachment/early childhood relationships etc. how would you challenge/interpret this material?) Addiction is characterized by an inability to consistently abstain from substances and an inability to control behavior. An addicted individual experiences a craving (or an intense, insatiable hunger) for more […]
Explain the concepts of pluralism and assimilation and describe how they affect the rites of passage of individuals, and those you selected. What are the effects of assimilation? The effects of assimilation range from depression, loss of identity, homesickness and even mental illness. Bhugra and Becker assert that migration leads to cultural bereavement, which is a […]
One of the most important parts of adolescence is identity development. James Marcia proposed that depending on their commitment levels and experience with a crisis or active exploration adolescents fall into one of 4 identity statuses: identity-achieved, moratorium, foreclosed, and identity diffused. Reflect on your own adolescence. In which of these stages would you have […]
Pseudoscience is everywhere. Pseudoscientists make extraordinary claims that sound scientific and seem tomake sense, at least superficially. Why do you think all of us are prone to quickly fall for the guiles of pseudosciences, even when we should know better. Give specific examples form your own lives, the readings, lectures and the videos that were […]
Describe your thought process about making an advance directive. Explain your decision and note any barriers or resistance you may encounter when making such a directive. What are the 2 main purposes served by the Advance Directives form in the state of Maryland? An advance directive allows you to decide who you want to make health […]
How can teachers recognize the signs of an illness in young children? What would you do to determine if a child is in need of immediate medical care? How would you respond to a parent or guardian who declines medical intervention for religious or cultural reasons? Which condition would require emergency care? Severe or persistent […]
What is clinical assessment and why is it important? What are your thoughts about the DSM (i.e., pros or cons)? What are the advantages of using the DSM? In addition, the DSM helps guide research in the mental health field. The diagnostic checklists help ensure that different groups of researchers are studying the same disorder—although this […]
Explain the three ethics of moral reasoning: autonomy, community, and divinity through a cultural lens. You can focus on a culture, subculture or compare two. What is the ethic of autonomy? autonomy, in Western ethics and political philosophy, the state or condition of self-governance, or leading one’s life according to reasons, values, or desires that are […]
Differentiate and critique the factors that influence the link between attitudes and behavior. Provide examples that illustrate the factors you chose. What are the links between attitudes and Behaviours? Attitudes can positively or negatively affect a person’s behavior, regardless of whether the individual is aware of the effects. Attitudes can positively or negatively affect a […]
Analyze why, as globalization increases, it is important to consider psychology of coaching for industry and organization. Why it is important to study industrial psychology for the organization? Industrial and organizational (I/O) psychologists study and assess individual, group and organizational dynamics in the workplace. They apply that research to identify solutions to problems that improve the […]
