Category: Psychology

Research Proposal Guidelines
For this assignment, students will write a narrative of their research proposal centering on a study that they would be interested in conducting. As PSY 235 is designated as a writing intensive class for the Psychology department,the research proposal should be at least 15 pages (inclusive of all sections). 
Requirements
• Research question must be either an association claim (correlational hypothesis) or causal claim (causation hypothesis) (see Chapter 3 for types of claims). Thus, your study must have at least two (2) variables.
o See Chapters 8 – 9 for more information on correlational research
o See Chapters 10, 12, 13 for more information on experiments that test 
causation
• Must propose at least two (2) hypotheses
o One of the hypotheses must be either a mediation hypothesis (Chapter 9) OR a moderation hypothesis (Chapter 8, Chapter 12)
• At least five (5) peer-reviewed empirical articles (published from 2012 onward) must be used in the introduction’s literature review and annotated bibliography
NOTE: You can cite other studies (e.g., review articles), but if you have less than 5 peer-reviewed empirical articles, you will have points deducted
Necessary Sections:
Title Page
Abstract
The abstract is a summary of your research proposal. Information about your main research question and hypotheses, the method you intend to use, expected results, and why your study is important (i.e., the implications of your results) should appear here. The abstract should be the last thing you write.
Introduction
This section is a literature review of your topic where you will introduce the relevant background to your research question. The bulk of your citations will be found here. A well-written introduction reads like a funnel: begin broad, narrowing to your specific research interest. The literature review will include a synthesis of prior psychological research and theory meant to support your research topic. You should also include your specific research question(s) and hypotheses here.
Method
This section contains who will be in your study and how it will be conducted. This section lays down the groundwork such that if someone reads it, they will be able to replicate your study. This section usually includes the following subsections:
• Participants / Subjects: Describe the number and type of people (participants) or animals (subjects) that you will be using in your study. Include how you will recruit these individuals
• Materials: Describe the measures/tests you will be using and also any manipulations you’ll be making if you’re conducting an experiment. Include sample items for your surveys. You must include at least 3 scales that will be used in your study if you’re conducting a survey or 2 scales and description of your experimental manipulations/stimuli if you’re conducting an experiment. Please see the template for an example.
• Procedure: Describe how you will conduct the study in its exact order.
Results
This section will contain information about your method for data analysis. If you are conducting a correlational study, you will talk about how you will conduct bivariate and/or multivariate analyses. If you’re conducting an experiment, you’ll give information about how you’ll analyze group differences.
Discussion
For the purposes of this proposal, you will address one theoretical implication, one practical implication of your anticipated results and a future research direction.
References
You will be required to provide the full APA citation for every in-text citation within the proposal
Source #1: 
Citation: 
Gleason, M. M., Goldson, E., Yogman, M. W., Lieser, D., DelConte, B., Donoghue, E., … & COMMITTEE ON PSYCHOSOCIAL ASPECTS OF CHILD AND FAMILY HEALTH. (2016). Addressing early childhood emotional and behavioral problems. Pediatrics, 138(6).
https://publications.aap.org/pediatrics/article/138/6/e20163025/52675/Addressing-Early-Childho
Summary: 
This article talks about the early childhood emotional and behavioral problems that often involve issues like anxiety, aggression, or difficulties in managing emotions and behaviors. These problems can arise from a variety of factors including genetic predispositions, environmental influences, and interactions with caregivers. Early intervention and consistent support from parents, educators, and health professionals are crucial in helping children develop healthy emotional and behavioral skills. Addressing these issues early on can lead to better outcomes in a child’s social, academic, and personal development.
Source #2:
Citation; 
Lang, K., & Zagorsky, J. L. (2001). Does Growing up with a Parent Absent Really Hurt? The Journal of Human Resources, 36(2), 253–273. 
https://doi.org/10.2307/3069659 
Summary:
This article discusses the impact of growing up with an absent parent and highlights several key effects on children and adolescents. The absence of a parent can lead to emotional distress, such as feelings of abandonment, sadness, and insecurity. It might also impact a child’s social and cognitive development, leading to challenges in school and in forming relationships. The article emphasizes the importance of supportive relationships with other adults, such as the remaining parent, relatives, or mentors, which can mitigate some of the negative effects. 
Source #3:
Citation: 
McCord, J., McCord, W., & Thurber, E. (1962). Some effects of paternal absence on male children. The Journal of Abnormal and Social Psychology, 64(5), 361–369. https://doi.org/10.1037/h0045305
Summary:
This article discusses the effects of paternal absence on male children and focuses on several significant impacts. The research in this article suggests that the absence of a father figure can lead to various challenges for boys. These challenges may include a higher likelihood of behavioral problems, lower academic achievement, and difficulties in developing healthy relationships with peers and authority figures. The absence of a father’s guidance and support can also affect a boy’s self-esteem and overall emotional well-being. However, it’s important to note that every individual and family situation is unique, and the effects of paternal absence can vary. Supportive relationships with other caring adults and access to resources like counseling can play an important role in helping boys navigate these challenges and thrive.
Source #4:
Citation:
Blechman, E. A. (1982). Are Children with One Parent at Psychological Risk? A Methodological Review. Journal of Marriage and Family, 44(1), 179–195. 
https://doi.org/10.2307/351272
Summary:
This article discusses the psychological risks for children raised by a single parent and points out several potential challenges. These children might experience more stress due to financial constraints or reduced parental attention, as one parent may need to balance more responsibilities alone. This can lead to feelings of isolation or neglect, which might impact their emotional and psychological development. However, the article also emphasizes the resilience of many children in single-parent families. They often develop strong bonds with their parents and other family members, which can help mitigate psychological risks. 
Source #5:
Citation: 
Hetherington, E. M. (1981). Cognitive performance, school behavior, and achievement of children from one-parent households.
https://files.eric.ed.gov/fulltext/ED221780.pdf
Summary:
This article focuses on the cognitive performance, school behavior, and achievements of children from single-parent households showing a nuanced view. While some studies suggest that these children might face more challenges academically due to factors like less parental supervision and economic constraints, this research points to variability based on individual circumstances. The article discusses how supportive environments, such as quality schooling, community programs, and the active involvement of the parent, can significantly influence positive outcomes. 

Week Two Assignment
Chapters Three and Four
Learning Objective:
After completing the activities, students should be able to:
Goal: Demonstrate understanding of two major theoretical approaches to personality developments.
1: Identify key concepts including terms and definitions for each theory.
2: Identify key individuals associated with each theory.
3: Identify strengths and weaknesses of each theoretical position.
Activities:
1. Read Chapters Three and Four
2. Read the Illustrative Biographies of Martin Luther King, Jr. and Malala Yousafzai.
3. Visit website: http://www.myersbriggs.org/my-mbti-personality-type/mbti-basics/
4. Answer the Activity Questions
Activity Questions:
1. Compare and contrast the personalities of Martin Luther King, Jr. and Malala Yousafzai. How do their
personalities fit the theorists they represent? Which traits of each person’s personality fit closest to your
personality? Give specific examples.
2. Take a moment look at the descriptions of the Myers Briggs Personality types. What are your four (4)
letters? Give a brief description of each. Does this fit you? Why/why not? Be specific.
3. Find a YouTube video on Alfred Adler. List the name of the video and summarize (at least 50 words)
what it was about.
4. How has this assignment impacted you? What did you learn?
Criteria for Response Paper:
1. Paper should be at least two full pages in length. This does not include any cover sheet or citation
page you add.
2. Paper should be typed in Times New Roman, 12 point font, double spaced.
3. Paper and citation page should be written in full APA style.
4. Your response paper should be separate from this instruction sheet.
5. Turn your paper into Canvas within the current week’s activity folder.

“At the end of the weeks, you will need to review your notes. We want you to submit your thoughts and reflection. (~350 words). This is a way for you to review, reflect, and organize your thoughts and notes. Include a reflection.”
notes are provided in attachments. focus on attachment theory and attachment styles (avoidant, anxious, disorganized, etc)

Be sure to address ALL questions below in your submission. Assignments should include a title page and reference page and should use proper APA format. 
Article assigned for this week:
Riera, L., Verger, S., Montoya, P. J., & Perales, F. J. (2022). Advances in the cognitive management of chronic pain in children through the use of virtual reality combined with binaural beats: A pilot study. Advances in Human-Computer Interaction, 2022, Article 2495182. https://doi.org/10.1155/2022/2495182Links to an external site.
https://www.hindawi.com/journals/ahci/2022/2495182/ 
Areas to address in this week’s analysis:
Literature Review
What is the research problem for this article? 
What information is presented in the literature review?
What are the strengths of the literature review in this article? What does the author(s) do to help the reader understand the research topic?
Research Question
Identify the research question used in this article. Be sure to provide the research question in the form of a question, even if the article does not present it this way.
Ethics
Assess the study protocol for evidence of following ethical guidelines in research. 
What did the researchers do to protect the participants? 
Are there any ethical concerns for this study?
Identify one way that participation in this study (for either the parent or the child) can trigger trauma for individuals.
What can the researchers do to address the potential for triggering trauma for individuals?

Your document should be no less than 500 words, 2 pages, double spaced, written in APA format, and should contain the following items:
Title page (refer to your APA Manual, 7th Edition)
Pages 1 – 2 should introduce and summarize the research article, providing the reader with an overview of the information presented.
Page 3: Include your personal critique or reflection on the article.
Page 4: References. Include references to all articles used and any additional resources referred to in the paper, using APA formatting.
Can be the below Article or any other more recent article within the integrated healthcare field of the writers choosing to get the job done. Goodwin, N. (2016). Understanding Integrated Care. International Journal of Integrated Care, 16(4). https://doi.org/10.5334/ijic.2530

Read Chapter 5 and watch Week 3 Lecture. Choose ONE contemporary moral issue in our society and apply the ethical principle of Utilitarianism to approve this moral issue. You must pick a moral issue that you strongly support and apply the utilitarian claims to back up your arguments. The paper must be done in MLA format with a minimum of 500 words (quotes are not included in the word count).
Euthanasia
Gun Control
Infanticide
Child Labor
Gay Marriage
Capital Punishment
Stem Cells
Genocide
War, Terrorism, and Counterterrorism
Race and Ethnicity
Gender
Transgender using Public Bathrooms
World Hunger and Poverty
Environmental Ethics
Animal Rights
Animal Testing
Sexual Harassment Abortion (as a result of rape, incest, or mother/baby health at risk)
Drug Legalization
Media/Entertainment
Voluntary Prostitution
Forced Prostitution
Health Care Costs
Education Cost
*You must apply Bentham’s “Principle of Utility” and the Four major points of Utilitarianism (week 3 Lecture) for 50 points and apply Bentham’s Felicific Calculus for 50 points.

Midterm Paper:  12-page paper on the book Influence, Cialdini, R. 
1. How does the discussion of fixed-action patterns and trigger features related to influence in
humans? Describe a time when you doubted a purchase because it, “Wasn’t expensive enough?”
What are judgmental heuristics and controlled responding? What is perceptual contrast? Provide
an example of each from your life.
2. How strong is the rule of reciprocity? What are some examples of reciprocity you experienced in
your life? What are reciprocal concessions? What are some examples from your life? How do we
defend against the rule of reciprocity?
3. Think of a current situation in which you want to influence someone. How could you use the rule
of reciprocity to reach your influence goal? 
4. What is the consistency principle? What is an example of this principle that you have
experienced in your life? 
5. The book mentions the ploy used by toy manufacturers to increase post-holiday sales. What is a
recent example of this that you encountered? What is the foot-in-the-door technique? Provide an
example from your life. 
6. What “hazing” rituals have you experienced in school or at work that were designed to instill
commitment to an organization or club? 
7. Describe the concept of social proof and an experience you have had with social proof. What is
pluralistic ignorance? Give an example. What is the Werther effect? What are some examples
given in the book? 
8. How could you use the principle of cooperation discussed in the text to solve conflict? Try to
apply your answer to actual conflict that you are encountering or have encountered.
9. Describe the experiment conducted by Stanley Milgram. What were his key findings? Think of
an example when you obeyed an order that you thought was wrong. Why did you obey the order?
What were the consequences? What could you have done differently? 
10. What role do titles play in influence that occurs because of perceived authority? What role does
clothing and other trappings play in influence occurring because of perceived authority? Explain
thoroughly. 
11. What is the scarcity principle? Describe an example from your life. What is psychological
reactance? Describe an example from your life. 
12. What would be the effect of a manager telling her employees that they must do something a
certain way or that they are no longer allowed to do something? 
The paper must be typed, double spaced, and written in Times New Roman 12pt. font. Answer all
questions above. Please do not re-write the questions within your paper. No cover page/works cited page
needed.

Based on heterosexual relationships IPV how men are Survivors in these relationships.
Needs to critically evaluate all the reaseach used the findings and have attached the learning outcomes for this dissertation. 

Use double-spacing.
Use size 12 font Arial or Times New Roman. Do not try to increase your paper length with another font.
Set margins to one-inch on all sides.
Be sure to include your name/course title on the first page.
Write in complete sentences, use good English grammar, and correct spelling.
APA documentation style must be used when citing references in context and bibliography (if any).
Your paper will be checked for plagiarism using Safe Assign
See the attached outline for specific instructions.

please respond to these discussion posts adequately. make a comment about their post, maybe something you learned, something you might have found interesting and or learned. 
samantha 
I think it is only appropriate to discuss Educational Psychology, being so that I am an Early Childhood Education Major. With that being said, educational psychologyseeks to understand how teachers instruct and how people learn. Teachers and children, included. Educational psychologists are interested in enhancing learning and improving teaching in order to create a better learning environment, as well as a better teacher-parent, teacher-student relationships. This field of psychology has been used to help me better understand why people are the way that they are, and also assisted me in helping me solve a problem in my intended career track by demonstrating the importance of teachers, how they teach, how they adapt to student’s needs, and the many different types of education one can have a career in. For example, I’m a two-year-old teacher, but I work with developmental therapist every day. I also have three children in elementary school, so I work with their teachers on a regular basis as well.  
viola 
One of the subfields in psychology that has had an impact on me is Transformational Psychology. As we age we sometimes experience a major shift in the way we approach life. Our behavior can change for the good or bad, and we need the find out why. Our counselors can guide us to realize that our thoughts can influence our reality. Transformation Therapists specialize in helping people going through a tough life change. This would help me solve real-life problems, if I were in therapy I would choose Transformational Therapy, My status is I am currently retired, I should be excited, but I am still adjusting, everything has changed employment, salary, insurance, and how others see you. Now I have the title of being a senior citizen, so I have made some physical changes to adjust my lifestyle. I have dyed my hair, and I am dressing more vibrant to feel younger. this works for me now however, I don’t know what the future holds.