Define research and the scientific method. · Compare and contrast the characteristics of primary and secondary data. Offer at least ONE specific example that clearly illustrates the distinction between primary and secondary data. · Explain the role of statistics in research.

Using the text for this course, the University Library, the Internet, or other resources answer the following questions. Your response to each question must be at least 250 words in length.       1.     What are the differences between physiological and psychological needs? Provide examples of each in your response. 2.     What is the […]

Using the text for this course, the University Library, the Internet, and/or other resources answer the following questions.  Your response to each question should be at least 200 words in length. 1. What are at least two ethical issues associated with psychological testing?  What impact do these issues have on the field of psychological testing? […]

Discuss the impact of chronic medical conditions on adolescents (12-18yo) and identify ways of promoting resilience or positive development (1300 min-1500 max words). For this assessment you are required to:
Write a formal academic essay – introduction, body, conclusion and reference list. Introduction, Paragraph structure and Conclusion   The introduction should clearly outline what your   […]

Obsessive-compulsive disorder Create a 12- to 15 slide Microsoft® PowerPoint® presentation in which you compare and contrast the major approaches to clinical psychology—psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, and family systems—in relation to the selected disorder. Address the following items: • Discuss the philosophical origins of each approach. • Identify the goals of each approach. • Describe the […]

What is the effect of Stress on Adolescents

sing the textbook, the University Library, the Internet, and/or other resources, answer the following questions. Your responses to each question will vary but overall should be 700- to 1,050-words in length.     How would you define personality?               What are some key personality features that define you?   […]

What are the three basic characteristics of personality

Community Treatment Programs Aversion therapy utilizes conditioning as a treatment for alcohol and drug abuse.  Locate one peer-reviewed article on aversion therapy published within the past five to six years.  The article should describe an original study using aversion therapy to treat alcohol and/or drug abuse.  Your assignment must contain the following: 1.   Summarize the article, […]

Select a classical issue in ethics and psychological research (e.g., deception in research, human care, use of animals). Obtain faculty approval of your selected issue prior to beginning this assignment. Prepare a 1,050- to 1,400-word paper in which you examine your selected issue. Address the following items: Define ethics. Discuss the concept of risk/benefit ratio. […]