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Edmund Husserl and phenomenological psychology's humanistic critique of behaviorism

In the early-1900s, Edmund Husserl sought to provide psychology with a truly scientific basis, not by copying the physical sciences but through the description of conscious experiences.

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Ethical standards for forensic psychology practice

This standard for competence is essential given that forensic psychologists must keep abreast of developments in the field and ensure that their credentials are appropriate to the needs of the current population.

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Applying social psychology to school policy, workplace, and intervention programs

Applied social psychology refers to the application of social psychological theories and research to practice. Social psychology is the study of human behavior in social situations.

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Anorexia nervosa and the psychology of control in eating disorders

She took her cafeteria tray to a table in the corner, so she could sit by herself. Although she was in two of my classes, I had never made eye contact with the girl. I thought it might be a good idea to break the ice, so I brought my homemade lunch over to her table and sat down, introducing myself.

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The social psychology of music and personality development

Music has been acknowledged to be a universal form of communication. Even with the barriers of language, music allows the sharing of feelings, thoughts, and meanings.

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Operant conditioning versus humanistic psychology in Skinner's Walden Two

Maslow: So, Skinner, what are your views on behavior modification, to start this dialogue? Skinner: I think that operant conditioning has a lot to offer the world in terms of behavior modification. Behavior can be reduced to a simple analysis of stimuli and response.

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Atheism and self-esteem in clinical psychology practice

My religious orientation is one of my greatest challenges, as a therapist. I consider myself an "objectively moral atheist," which means that I do not believe in the existence of any so-called "supreme being," or "God." I believe that moral behavior can be defined, understood, taught, and practiced…

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Multicultural practice and the renewal of humanistic psychology

Every discipline embraces particular values that reflect on the science or discipline itself, but that also reflect on the cultural context in which the discipline or science is primarily conducted.

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Colonel Russell Williams' criminal psychology and escalating pattern of violence

Camouflaged Killer: The Shocking Double Life of Colonel Russell Williams offers a thorough treatment of a disturbing story from both criminal psychology and criminal justice perspectives.

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Vinchur's chronological analysis of psychology in employee selection practices

History of Psychology Applied to Employee Selection" appears in Historical Perspectives in Industrial and Organizational Psychology. Although it is a chapter in the book, it provides detailed information and can be used as a stand-alone text in an analysis of the subject.

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