2,967 words

Methodological bias in Brambilla et al.'s morality and intergroup relations study

The article entitled "Morality and intergroup relations: Threats to safety and group image predict the desire to interact with outgroup and ingroup members" as written by Brambilla et al. is comprised of three different research studies.

~15 min read

View paper →

2,772 words

Georgia's classical music program for newborn brain development

Recently, the Georgia Head start organization began distributing CD's with classical music on them to every newborn child's mother as part of a program designed to aid in the early childhood development of children's intelligence.

~14 min read

View paper →

3,484 words

Types and psychological effects of spousal abuse

There are various forms of spousal abuse, but the legal definition of the term is, reckless or deliberate infliction of emotional or physical injury on one's spouse.

~18 min read

View paper →

Literature Review Undergraduate 2,645 words

Detecting Deception: Facial Expressions and Micro-Expressions

A literature review on Paul Ekman's research into micro-expressions, facial recognition, and deception detection for law enforcement and counterterrorism.

Psychology

~14 min read

View paper →

4,275 words

Music's psychological and healing effects on human society

The power and importance of music from a psychological and philosophical standpoint has been discussed and explored in many studies and theses.

~22 min read

View paper →

3,056 words

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder: historical perspectives and neurobiological understanding

The disorder of Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD relates to inattention and hyperactivity. It is a type of minimal brain dysfunction. It is seen in adults and children. There are many theories that are current as to why this condition exists.

~16 min read

View paper →

2,762 words

Depression: DSM criteria, cognitive-behavioral and biochemical perspectives

This paper is about depression. It will cover the DSM diagnostic criteria, and discuss the development of depression from two viewpoints, CBT (cognitive-behavioral therapy) and the biochemical and environmental components which are linked causative factors.

~14 min read

View paper →

2,779 words

Multicultural competencies in psychotherapy and clinical practice

Diagnosis, treatment and care of patient and their conditions are greatly influenced by cultural considerations. These actors determine beliefs and values related to health. Yet, these widespread claims about the real value of cultural role in healthcare do not come with sufficient research basis.

~14 min read

View paper →

Literature Review Graduate 2,925 words

Evidence-Based Psychological Interventions: A Literature Review

A literature review examining evidence-based programs and practices in psychological health, focusing on CBT, metacognitive therapy, mindfulness, and PST outcomes.

Psychology

~15 min read

View paper →

2,834 words

Albert Ellis's development of rational emotive behavior therapy

There are many forms of psychotherapy psychologists use today to help patients overcome irrational and self-defeating behaviors. One of the most popular forms of therapy is CBT or cognitive behavioral therapy, a form of therapy that was born from Albert Ellis, who developed REBT.

~15 min read

View paper →