Entries by Daphne Hanson

Evaluation of a Cognitive-Behavioral Approach

Read Whitfield’s 1999 article, “Validating School Social Work: An Evaluation of a Cognitive-Behavioral Approach to Reduce School Violence,” and answer the following questions in an APA formatted document: What was the purpose of this study? What was the sample? What dependent variables were studied? How were the dependent variables operationalized? Why was a single-subject design used? What […]

Distinct approach to represent climate change

During the first term, we watched two documentary films: Chasing Ice (2012) and Thule Tuvalu (2014). Each of these films takes a distinct approach to represent climate change. Which of these films are the most effective at raising public awareness of climate change and its impacts? By contrast, which film is most likely to motivate […]

Modern DNA technology

Statements Agree or Disagree? Were you right? Why/why not? Much of what we know about nature vs nurture comes from studying animals, not people. Twins and adopted children are especially interesting to scientists studying nature vs nurture. Our physical attributes are a result of our genetics and our behavior is the result of our environment. […]

Research with populations of African descent

Existential psychologists are concerned with ensuring that people are being their authentic selves and living their truths.  The following video describes Black psychologists who’ve conducted research with populations of African descent in line with this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Bc2PT-555U After viewing the video, discuss the person whose work would inspire you to answer the “why” of your existence.  Feel […]

Personal beliefs and values in the context of cognitive psychology

This week’s discussion was specially created to help you analyze concepts and knowledge (course learning goal #5) as well as to identify your own personal beliefs and values in the context of cognitive psychology (course learning goal #6).  Please share what you understand about concepts.  What are some ways we organize concepts?  How do concepts contribute […]