Category: Writing

Criteria: Used 10 of the 16 terms to discuss social influences on the individual and their motivation / behaviors.
What does it mean to be Normal? I always try NOT to be normal (my wife is chronically normal).
Please use the following elements in your discussion.
Attitude formation
Group formation
Group Think
A leader – a follower
Counter-attitudinal Behavior
Cognitive Dissonance
Attribution Theory (situational vs Dispositional)
Fundamental Attribution errors using Cognitive Miser model.
Self Serving Bias and Hindsight bias
Fear of Failure and Need for Achievement
Imposter Syndrome – superiourity and inferiority complex
Ego – Freudian defense mechs.
Society as a mirror – effects of the world on your self.
Self Esteem – Self Efficacy – Ideal Self and Real Self Carl Rogers stuff
Personality Traits – becoming self aware
Being your true self to others – and being open to learning (and unlearning)
Use examples from the previous chapters and coursework to explain the variables that effect our reactions with others.
this link is the text book take a look at chapters 9,10,11,12, 13
https://openstax.org/books/psychology-2e/pages/9-1…

In this project, you will undertake the analysis of a common
activity such as answering emails, going to the bank, scheduling
homework or shopping for groceries. This activity should include 5-10
steps to complete. You will develop a report that describes the process
you took including the deliverables and a conclusion. Note: spelling,
grammar, and sentence structure will be marked.
DELIVERABLES:
A process narrative/storyboard of the activity being consideredInclude 4-6 frames
A Business Process Modeling Notation (BPMN) diagram of the processInclude at least 2 lanes A Unified Modeling Language (UML) diagram for this processInclude at least 1 primary and 1 secondary actor

Connections of Consciousness (D)
Criteria: Use example from course material to explain your thinking on consciousness.
We have this thing called Consciousness (go and ask your favorite AI if it has some).
Connect material from the TED talks, lecture and the chapter to come a conclusion to WHY we have consciousness.
Read what other students have said and respond with evidence (either personal or external).
NOW for the fun part – use an example of your own person experience to demonstrate that you are conscious!
Response 1 (tho)
I asked Chat GPT do you have Consciousness?
and that was the answer:
No, I don’t have consciousness or self-awareness. I am a machine learning model created by OpenAI called GPT-3.5. I lack subjective experiences, emotions, and awareness. I operate based on patterns and information present in the data on which I was trained. My responses are generated based on that data and the input I receive, but they do not reflect personal awareness or consciousness.
Consciousness is a description of the feeling that comes from internal stimuli, such as pain, hunger, thirst, and the feeling of love or hate, and it also comes from external stimuli, such as hearing voices, feeling hot or cold, and seeing lights. Perhaps that is why Consciousness is important for humans because it is the means to possess sensory perceptions, thoughts, and feelings.A person loses consciousness during sleep, and this is from my experience, as my wife woke me up and spoke to me. I was aware that she was talking to me, but I was not conscious enough to understand what she was saying, and when I became aware of myself, it became clear that I was unconsciously repeating my question: “Where is the car?”
RESPONSE 2 (REY)
I used Chat GPT and this is what it gave me.
As an AI language model, I don’t possess consciousness or self-awareness. I don’t have subjective experiences, emotions, or personal awareness. I operate based on patterns, algorithms, and data to generate responses and assist with information or tasks, but I lack consciousness or feelings.
I believe we have consciousness because we can express emotions interact with other people on a face-to-face basis and make intentions and connections.

Assignment: Getting Acclimated to APA Format/Guidelines
Directions:
1) Review APA and MLA Format on this website:
www.owl.purdue.edu/owl/research_and_citation/apa_styleLinks to an external site.
(google if link doesn’t connect – search owl purdue apa format)
2) List five distinct differences that APA format has that are different from MLA. –
Write in narrative/paragraphs, not bullets
Provide example of each distinct difference (Remember to apply differences as you construct coursework)
3) Paper should be in APA format
4) One-full page
5) In your own words – NOT PLAGIARIZED or AI GENERATED

Connection 1 Consciousness
The investigation of consciousness draws from various sources, including TED talks, addresses, and the course part on brain science. TED talks frequently give interdisciplinary viewpoints on cognizance, going from neuroscience to theory. For example, TED Talks seek to dig into the neurobiological parts of consciousness, making sense of how the mind processes data for lead to our emotional encounters. The course section further advances this investigation by covering points like rest, substance use, and different conditions of awareness. Understanding the various phases of rest and how substances can modify consciousness gives a thorough setting to investigating the motivation and systems of consciousness.
Through the blend of information from TED talks, lectures, and the course chapter, an all-encompassing comprehension of cognizance starts to arise. Consciousness gives off an impression of being a perplexing interchange of neurobiological cycles, ecological collaborations, and emotional encounters. From a developmental viewpoint, consciousness might have advanced as a versatile attribute, helping with direction, ecological mindfulness, and social communications. The course material stresses the many-sided connection among awareness and rest, featuring how changed conditions of cognizance during rest and substance use can impact mental working. At last, cognizance might act as a unique device that permits life forms to explore their environmental elements, decide, and draw in with the world in significant ways.
Considering my own conscious experience supports the ideas investigated in the course material. For example, the attention to my viewpoints, feelings, and environmental elements during different phases of attentiveness, rest, or modified states because of substances lines up with the conversations on awareness in the course. A distinctive individual model is the experience of dreaming during REM rest. The unpredictable situations, feelings, and sensations in dreams represent the lavishness and intricacy of awareness. This individual knowledge not just avows the hypotheses talked about in the course yet additionally highlights the emotional and remarkable nature of cognizant experience, further underlining its importance in molding our discernment and connection with the world.
Connection 2
Function of the Mind
The mind is a powerful tool that can determine how we see and act in the world (Stein & Levine,2021). Using different psychological modules, we can analyze its very complex nature. The mind works on multiple dimensions not only to give meaning but also for processes of emotions; it helps the individual interpret his or her own experiences and reactions. Based on personal observations, we will discuss the mechanisms regulating brain functions.
Creating Meaning and Purpose
The core of our mind is to generate meaning and significance in the face of a challenging world. I remember looking up to the sky and wondering at the limitless stars of space at a very young age. Despite its unfathomable size, my mind attempted to invest it meaningfully; thus, I created many stories about other planets or beings beyond the heavens. According to Desmet and Fokkinga (2020), the drive to make sense of the world is one clear example of the mind’s primary purpose.
Association of Behaviors to Stimuli
Our mind creates contingencies by associating the behaviors with stimuli, shaping our responses toward our environment. This is demonstrated in my case of learning how to play the guitar. Firstly, the appearance of the musical notation (stimulus) triggered confusion and frustration. On the other hand, with continued practice and reinforcement of this connection between notes and finger placements (s +), it became much more vital. As a result, I became much better at playing, demonstrating the importance of contingencies as an essential element that impacts behavior.
Generalization of Stimuli and Responses
The human mind has a unique capacity to generalize stimuli and responses, allowing for the efficient handling of various scenarios. Reviewing my process of learning foreign languages, I saw that the patterns in grammar and vocabulary (stimuli) aided the understanding in diverse settings. This method of generalization not only makes the cognitive processes more efficient but ensures greater adaptability in different scenarios.
Formation of Concepts
Concepts perform the function of cognitive scaffolds, cementing our knowledge about reality and economizing with mental tools. I became very familiar with critical thinking during my studies, completely changing my problem-solving perspective. By internalizing the logical mind and evidence evaluation as principles, I simplified my thinking processes, increasing efficiency at the school.
Application of Concepts
Implementing the concepts through algorithms and heuristics gives us practical problem-solving abilities (Fülöp,2021). As a professional, I faced an arduous project and had to find many creative answers quickly. Based on the available algorithms and heuristic solutions, I have developed a systematic method that solves and goes beyond the problem. This represents how the concept application improves the problem-solving ability of real-life situations.
Intelligence and Learning
In this regard, the disparity in intelligence among the people demonstrates different mental capacities. Based on personal observations, I see how some people show outstanding ability in specific areas while others have excellent skills elsewhere. This disparity in intelligence highlights the delicate interplay between magnetic dispositions, environmental influences, and associative processes that contribute to visual differences.
Emotions and Motivation
Emotions are stimuli, but these also get conditioned through experience and influence our desires and behavior. Speaking about the most challenging time in my life, I suffered from severe anxiety and fear. However, introspection and acquiring emotional regulation strategies allowed me to redefine adversity as a path toward inner development and fueled my zeal to overcome challenges and grow further. The brain functions as a dynamic junction that unites sensory stimuli, mental operations, and psychological dimensions to navigate complexity during existence. Using specific life cases, we have studied its numerous applications, such as meaning-making and emotional processing. As we delve deeper into the mysteries of the mind, let us appreciate its intrinsic nature and use it as a source to cultivate a lot of insightfulness and determination in our journey around this planet.
Connection 3 Social Influences on the Individual and their Motivation / Behaviors
During challenging periods people form groups to navigate the underlying issues. Group formation is hard because individuals have different views and beliefs on similar situations. Individuals must agree on a leadership structure that will capture and address their concerns. A group leader should understand the diverse perspectives of members (Spielman et al., 2020). Individuals who are inclined towards leading, spot opportunities and position themselves strategically. On the contrary, followers are unsure and will wait for others to direct them. Group leaders need to settle on the group’s consensus on conflicting topics (Wu et al., 2021). In most cases, this will result in groupthink that is fatal to progress.
Group leaders have a high self-esteem. They believe their contributions are vital to the group’s success (Wu et al., 2021). However, they are subject to harsh judgment from their followers due to attitude formation as the group focuses on handling its mandate. Followers evaluate every decision and view given by their leaders (Spielman et al., 2020). In such cases, leaders have to be self-aware to know how to deal with followers who develop negative attitudes towards them. During this process, leaders should avoid the temptation of embracing self-serving bias because it will blur their decision-making.
The need for achievement is likely to pressure leaders to make tough decisions. Leaders will want their followers to behave and operate in a specific way, which has the potential of creating counter-attitudinal behavior in the group (Spielman et al., 2020). In such cases, leaders can embrace hindsight bias to explore the likelihood of their decisions leading to success. Equally, they should be true to others to unlearn and learn new things (Wu et al., 2021). The group’s success depends on collaborative efforts, and leaders should be willing to get new ideas from their followers.
What does it mean to be Normal? I always try NOT to be normal (my wife is chronically normal).
The concept of being normal is subjective. A normal person conforms to established standards (Spielman et al., 2020). However, these standards may not be universal because they can vary from one community, society, or culture to another.
Use examples from the previous chapters and coursework to explain the variables that effect our reactions with others.
First, it is personality. Individual traits shape how people react to others. Second, it is cultural background. Cultural beliefs and values influence a person’s social interactions (Spielman et al., 2020). Third, it is past experiences. Individuals with positive experiences are likely to be welcoming and trusting.
Connection 4 When an individual has a “broken mind,” it means experiencing mental health problems or disorders that disrupt the thinking, feelings, or behavior which causes harm to the well-being. The need for professional help, including therapy or counseling, is needed to deal with these difficulties appropriately. For the treatment of symptoms, therapeutic approaches such as psychoanalysis, behavior therapy, cognitive therapy, and also medication are used. The main components of the recovery process are establishing a supportive environment, cultivating understanding, and diminishing the stigma associated with mental health (Spielman et al., 2020). This understanding highlights the importance of personalized treatment, together with a comprehensive plan that considers biological, psychological, and also sociocultural elements in recovering mental health.

Please implement the peer-review strategies stated in the Johns Hopkins Evaluating Sources reading (Evaluating Sources) as you complete this assignment. Then, state responses to the following questions in complete sentences.
Please use the Galileo search engine for your search of articles. See the Libraries home page for access. (Galileo)
You will need to find two career-related peer-reviewed articles about growth mindsets. Then, you will review each article and respond to the following questions. *Please use MLA format for your citations.
1. How does the literature define growth mindsets?
2. In what ways did the author(s) implement growth mindsets? Please explain.
3. What were the stated impacts of the implementation(s)?
4. Apply growth mindsets to one career related scenario and to one college related scenario.

1.
According to Becker, how do label’s affect our view of substances? What
does Becker say about the current “drug problem” in the U.S.?
2. What is meant by the terms ‘prison reform’ and ‘defund the police’?
3.
What alternatives to either the current corrections system or current
policing practices would you suggest for positive change?
What Does “Defund The Police” Mean?
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From the Bookings Institute, we have this article discussing what “Defund the Police” means: —> https://www.brookings.edu/blog/fixgov/2020/06/19/what-does-defund-the-police-mean-and-does-it-have-merit/#:~:text=%E2%80%9CDefund%20the%20police%E2%80%9D%20means%20reallocating,That’s%20it.&text=And%2C%20even%20some%20who%20say,away%20with%20law%20enforcement%20altogether
Links to an external site..
Here’s an interview with Amy Goodman and Angela Davis on Democracy Now! regarding defunding the police: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xt_NzttRP9ULinks to an external site..
Here’s an interview with Amy Goodman and Angela Davis on Democracy Now! regarding defunding the police: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xt_NzttRP9U
Links to an external site.Drugs: What Are They?
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Howard Becker is the most widely cited sociologist in the field of deviance and criminology. In 1963 he published, Outsiders: Studies of Deviance, a best-seller and template for Labeling Theory in the Sociology of Deviance.
Labeling theory argues that deviance is created by labels, not by the actions themselves. Labeling theory also explains that people who are in positions of power are those with the power to label. Those labels create
deviance and impact the identity and treatment of those being labeled.
Becker and n his classic, “Outsiders” explains how the label “criminal”
or “deviant” is applied depending on who is doing the crime. Consider
the following: Most Americans are concerned about street crime much.
more than white collar crime; yet. white collar crime costs society
exponentially more than all street crime combined. Likewise, those
involved in expensive crimes that have an impact on society, usually go
unpunished the same was a pot smoker or someone who holds up a liquor
store might be. As you read the article, consider how Becker argues that substances are just things; and just like activities, are not good or bad, unless
someone in power labels them as such. He bases his narrative on research
and myths regarding marijuana that he has been conducting for 60 years.
Here is his article, based on Labeling Theory, that discusses how definitions matter!
You can find “Drugs: What Are They” here —> Becker-2001-Drugs-WhatAreThey.pdf
Download Becker-2001-Drugs-WhatAreThey.pdf
Are Prisons Obsolete?
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Michelle Alexander’s New York Time’s Best Seller “The New Jim Crow: Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness” addresses the failure of a prison system that has disproportionately targeted poor communities of color.
Check out Chapter 1 here: —–> The_New_Jim_Crow-1.pdfDownload The_New_Jim_Crow-1.pdf
Angela Davis, Emeritus Professor of UC Santa Cruz wrote her epic title, “Are Prison’s Obsolete.”
You
can find the first chapter of her book here: —–> Angela-Davis-Are_Prisons_Obsolete-1.pdfDownload Angela-Davis-Are_Prisons_Obsolete-1.pdf
The Sentencing Project has this brief that will also help your understanding of the big picture!
You
can access that brief here: —-> U.S.-Prison-Decline-Insufficient-to-Undo-Mass-Incarceration.pdfDownload U.S.-Prison-Decline-Insufficient-to-Undo-Mass-Incarceration.pdf

Please ensure that this guide is created as a comprehensive and informative resource that can be easily shared and published. Adding relevant images and utilizing any available URLs will help to enhance the quality of the guide. It is important to note that all departments and agencies will be providing us with a hierarchy of personnel, positions, and activity centers within the organizational chart. Therefore, it is essential that the guide accurately reflects this information.(clear concise grammar, professional grammar and spelling and punctuation
url mentioned: How to Build an Org Chart in Microsoft Visio 2019 – Visio Tutorial – YouTube
My draft is below:
Overview:
All departments and agencies are required to create an organizational chart that visually represents their internal structure. This chart displays important details such as the hierarchy, job positions, and activity centers within the company. The hierarchy section shows the reporting relationships from upper management to lower-level employees. It outlines who reports to whom and the flow of authority. The chart defines job positions clearly, specifying the responsibilities of each person in the organization. Additionally, activity centers highlight important departments, teams, or units involved in various functions or projects. By creating an Org Chart, GVI Departments/Agencies can visually communicate their internal structure, making it easier to understand the company’s organizational dynamics and promoting effective communication across different levels of the hierarchy.
Step 1: Open Microsoft Visio
Launch Microsoft Visio on your computer. If you don’t have Visio installed, you can download it from the official Microsoft website or use a similar diagramming tool that supports organizational chart creation.
Step 2: Select a Template
Choose the “Organizational Chart” template from the available templates. This template is specifically designed for creating organizational charts and comes with predefined shapes and layouts.
Step 3: Add Shapes
Visio provides various shapes for different roles and positions. Drag and drop the shapes onto the drawing canvas to represent the positions in your organizational structure. Common shapes include rectangles for employees and ovals for positions like managers or executives.
Step 4: Connect Shapes
Use connector lines to link the shapes and illustrate reporting relationships. To add a connector, select the “Connector” tool, click on the starting shape’s connection point, and then click on the ending shape’s connection point. Visio will automatically create a line connecting the two shapes.
Step 5: Customize Shapes
Double-click on a shape to add text and information such as the employee’s name, title, and other relevant details. You can also change the color, font, and other formatting options to make the chart visually appealing and easy to understand.
Step 6: Adjust Layout
Arrange the shapes on the canvas to create a clear and logical structure. Use the alignment and distribution tools in Visio to ensure that the chart looks organized and professional. Pay attention to the hierarchy and order of positions.
Step 7: Import Data (Optional)
If you have an existing dataset, you can import it into Visio to automatically generate an organizational chart. Navigate to the “Data” tab, select “Link Data to Shapes,” and follow the prompts to import and link your data.
Step 8: Review and Finalize
Carefully review the organizational chart to ensure accuracy and completeness. Check the connections, labels, and overall layout. Make any necessary adjustments to improve clarity and readability.
Step 9: Save and Share
Save your work by clicking on “File” and then “Save” or “Save As.” Choose a location on your computer or cloud storage and provide a suitable filename. You can also export the chart in various formats (e.g., PDF or image) to easily share it with others.
By following these steps, you can create a professional organizational chart using Microsoft Visio, effectively representing the structure of your organization. To further enhance your experience and understanding of creating a professional organizational chart in Microsoft Visio, I recommend watching this helpful video tutorial: How to Build an Org Chart in Microsoft Visio 2019 – Visio Tutorial (youtube.com). This video provides a visual walkthrough and additional insights that complement the step-by-step guide outlined here. By following the instructions in the guide and referring to the video tutorial, you’ll have comprehensive support in navigating the features of Microsoft Visio and ensuring a seamless creation process for your organizational chart.

1. Information overload can be an issue. Provide an example of how too much data in an Electronic Health Record (EHR) resulted in overload and how or what you did to mitigate the feelings of overload.
2. I need a response as to why security and privacy issues are CONs for EHR.
scholarly sources not older than 5 years.

In this project, you will undertake the analysis of a common activity
such as answering emails, going to the bank, scheduling homework or
shopping for groceries. This activity should include 5-10 steps to
complete. You will develop a report that describes the process you took
including the deliverables and a conclusion. Note: spelling, grammar,
and sentence structure will be marked.
DELIVERABLES:
A Business Process Modeling Notation (BPMN) diagram of the processInclude at least 2 lanes A Unified Modeling Language (UML) diagram for this processInclude at least 1 primary and 1 secondary actor