Entries by Daphne Hanson

The importance of evidence-based practice and theory

Discuss in detail the importance of evidence-based practice and theory in assessment and treatment planning.  Include in your response the importance of ethically treating clients when you do not have significant training in a topic/disorder that you are providing counseling for? Explore in detail how person center theory can specifically influence therapist from the perspective […]

Evaluate the concept of informed consent

Evaluate the concept of informed consent as it relates to a controversial research study discussed in the text (e.g., Milgram’s study on Obedience; Tuskegee syphilis study; MK-Ultra).  Assess whether or not, or under what circumstances, deception is ever justified in psychological research. Is this ever a straightforward decision?

Human Genome Project

Advances in genetics research (most notably the Human Genome Project) have made it increasingly possible to determine whether certain behaviors, characteristics, and disorders (aggression, depression, schizophrenia, etc.) have some basis in our genes. What are the benefits of finding out that certain behaviors or characteristics are genetically-based? What are some of the drawbacks? Try to […]