Philosophical Foundations Of Psychology
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A 5 page paper that discusses some of the philosophical foundations of psychology beginning with the first psychological experiment of deprivation conducted by Herodotus. Philosophers discussed with their contributions to psychology include: Socrates, Sir Thomas Aquinas, Descartes, Mead and Locke. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Neurotransmitters' Actions
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A 6 page paper discussing the role of neurotransmitters such as dopamine, serotonin and acetylcholine in diseases and disorders such as depression, anxiety disorders, Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease and schizophrenia. Even when absolute cause cannot be determined, it is possible to treat the symptoms of these diseases with compounds that are narrowly targeted to affect the receptors specific for each of the known neurotransmitters. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Neuroact.wps

Effective Parenting / Model Essay Answers
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4 pages worth of free response essays to questions from case stories (actual cases are no longer available) concerning parenting techniques and methods. Discussed are the impossible goals of 'perfect parenting,' permissive vs. authoritative styles, Freud's views on parental love & control, and more. No Bibliography.
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Justice And Ethical Decision Making
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This 7 page paper describes how justice is defined in Plato's The Republic and in The Holy Bible. These explanations are then discussed in terms of ethical decision making. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: PGjust.wps

Gender Identity Disorder
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5 pages in length. Paper analyzes theories concerning the disorder, its development, occurrence, patterns, and relevance to homosexuality / sexual dysfunction. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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Sexual Dysfunction
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This 3 page paper looks at this topic from a psychological perspective. Tradition therapy is recommended for couples who have ruled out physical or physiological problems. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: SA016Sex.rtf

Cross Cultural Counseling
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Cross Cultural Counseling: The counselor must take into consideration the aspects of multiculturalism, as well as the basic tenets of practice, in order to provide services to all that may come to them for help. This 9 page paper explores and expands on the idea that all counseling is cross cultural. Bibliography lists 10 sources. KTdivcns.wps
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Effects Of Music On The Brain And Learning
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A 12 page paper that investigates the effect of music on development and on learning. Numerous studies have found that students at all levels show marked improving in scores on different kinds of tests after listening to certain kinds of music. This movement of linking music to learning began in the 1970s when accelerated learning was introduced in the United States. Studies showed that playing baroque music shortened learning time, often with complex material. This essay discusses recent research regarding the structure of the brain and how this is related to music. It also discusses music and early development and the effect of music on learning. Bibliography lists 13 sources.
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When Truth Has Consequences‹When to Keep a Secret
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An 8 page analysis of essays on the topic of when it is morally defensible to keep a secret. In Making Choices: Reading Issues in Context, authors Michael Cooley and Katherine Powell offer the reader a selection of essays that address this issue. Each essay introduces a situation or moral dilemma that involves this topic and stimulates the reader to form moral judgements based on the given situations. In essence, the authors provide fuel for a discussion centered on this issue. The writer summarizes several of the articles and then offers some perspective on the question. No additional sources cited.
Filename: 90truth.rtf

Does Everybody Cheat?
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An 8 page analysis of essays on the topic of cheating offered by Michael Cooley and Katherine Powell in their book Making Choices: Reading Issues in Context. Each essay introduces a situation or moral dilemma that involves the issue of cheating and stimulates the reader to form moral judgements based on the given situations. In essence, the authors provide fuel for a discussion centered on the central question of 'does everybody cheat?' The writer summarizes the articles and then offers some perspective on the question. No additional sources cited.
Filename: 90cheat.rtf

Martin Luther And Grace vs Client-Centered Therapy
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A 5 page paper that attempts to find the similarities between Martin Luther's concept of grace and Carl Rogers' Client-Centered Therapy. Although at first glance, it may seem like a real stretch to compare these two theories, the writer does just that. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Psychological Aspects of Mafia Families
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This 12 page paper looks at the stress experienced by families who have ties to the mob. The HBO hit The Sopranos is used as a model of contemporary Mafia family life. More typical, and true, families are also evaluated such as the Gottis. Psychological aspects are discussed and psychotherapy is recommended as the best form of treatment for the stress associated with the criminal lifestyle. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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Criminological Explanations for Unique Murderers
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This 8 page paper delves into the pasts of John Wayne Gacy, Al Capone, Ted Bundy and Jeffrey Dahmer and tries to explain their unusual behaviors with psychological and sociological theory. Some explanations include psychopathy and differential association. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: SA003Kil.rtf

Literacy Instruction / Psychology Article Critique & Research
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A 7 page paper that reviews a psychology of education article by Needels and Knapp and presents documentation to complement the contents and application of the article. Bibliography lists 6 references including the primary source.
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Iris Murdoch/A Severed Head
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A 3 page analysis of Iris Murdoch's novel, A Severed Head. In this work, the main character, Martin Lynch-Gibbon, experiences a progression of revelations that compel him to an new awareness of the realities that make up his life. Throughout the book, Murdoch combines the elements of her narration with Freudian psychology, which aids her in portraying Martin's movement from the unconscious to an awareness of reality. No additional sources cited.
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Sports Psychology
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A 5 page paper that discusses the interactionist approach to motivation. Interactionism is explained and applied to interview responses from a coach and an athlete. How interaction becomes a motivator is also discussed. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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