Psychology papers

This paper is a research proposal to study drug abuse among Asian- American teenagers.

This paper reviews the textbook "Primer for Positive Psychology" by positive psychologist Christopher Peterson, one of the founders of the discipline of positive psychology.

This paper discusses the positive body image of African-American adolescent females.

This paper looks at Alfred Adler's theory of psychology, personality and development.

A case study of a 10 year old boy, diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.

A discussion regarding the importance of understanding the nonverbal behavior of clients in therapy.

An examination of the factors contributing to and impacting the increasing rate of suicide.

This paper discusses and compares "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest" by Ken Kesey and George Orwell's '1984'.

A comparative analysis of two articles on self regulation.

An analysis of cognitive theory and sociological theory and how they apply to gender differences.

A discussion of the issues concerning alcohol consumption among Australia's youth.

This paper discusses pervasive developmental disorder (PDD), the "umbrella term" for a group of disorders including autism, Asperger's disorder, childhood disintegrative disorder, Rett's disorder and non-specific pervasive developmental disorder.

An analysis of the severity of depression in the elderly and how it can be prevented.

A brief overview of the theories of why people commit crimes and the function of the Neighborhood Watch Group.

An analysis of the effects of biology and culture on human behavior and relationships within marriage.

This paper researches the efficacy of Naltrexone in the treatment of alcoholism.

This paper discusses personality type as a predictor of addictions.

This paper discusses the psychological effects of the Iraq war on front line troops.

This paper discusses the causes and effects of alcohol abuse.

An overview of the history and evolution of humanistic psychology and its offshoots.

An analysis of the effects on children raised within biracial or bi-cultural families.

A discussion of the incidence and effects of steroid use among high school student sportsmen.

This paper discusses the eating disorder anorexia nervosa.

This paper evaluates current research from varying positions about the potential of post-abortion emotional distress.

An analysis of the effects of drug abuse and prostitution on society.

This paper explores the works of Charles Cooley in the field of social psychology.

This paper examines group think behavior, using its portrayal in the film "Twelve Angry Men" as a basis for discussion.

This paper provides an analysis of the film "Girl, Interrupted" of 1999.

A discussion regarding the moral and legal implications of abortion.

This paper studies Lawrence Kohlberg's theory of moral development.

A discussion of methods to assess emotional intelligence of children between the ages of one and ten.

An analysis of sociologist Anthony Giddens, his books and his theories.

This paper studies the effectiveness of grief counseling in reducing negative behavior in students who have suffered a loss.

This paper looks at the value of attachment theory within career counseling.

A psychological analysis of marriage as an institution in American culture as depicted in the film "When Harry Met Sally".

A review of a series of mysterious murders in Mexico.

This paper provides a detailed discussion of autism.

This paper examines the schizo affective disorder, concentrating on its treatment.

A discussion of the history and controversies surrounding the psychological testing movement.

A discussion of the impact counselor gender has on the counselor-client relationship.

An overview and case study of reactive attachment disorder in childhood.

This paper discusses the issue of rapport and professional boundaries within a counseling environment.

An overview and analysis of the importance of professional counseling.

A review of the history and use of the Myers-Briggs personality type indicator.

A review of a substance abuse treatment program within a middle class community.

This paper describes why substance abuse is becoming a huge problem in the elderly population.

This paper describes why domestic violence is a huge problem in the United States.

An examination of the changing conceptual framework of multiple personality disorder over the last 50 years.

A discussion of the dangers of groupthink as described in Jerry B. Harvey's essay "The Abilene Paradox."

A look at the psychological profiles of some notorious serial killers.

A comparison of Lev Vygotsky and Jean Piaget's views on learning and the factors that influence learning.

An in-depth look at the taxonomy of the salesperson when interacting with the customers.

This paper discusses the psychological aspect in the works of Edgar Allan Poe.

This paper explores the benefits that dramatic, role-playing exercises offer for children.

This paper explores the symptoms and treatments of bipolar disorder.

This paper discusses victims of crime and looks at demographic differences in this regard.

An analysis of the continuing development of humans through adulthood and particularly middle-age, as described in "The Year of Magical Thinking" by Joan Didion.

This paper argues that the current wave of obesity is a result of modern technology.

An analysis of a study on the use of psychedelic drugs in therapy.

This paper proposes a study that will examine whether movies about war realities will change how much the public empathizes with soldiers.

An analysis of the process and advantages of critical thinking over regular thinking.

A look at the case study of Katie, a sixteen year old with emotional issues.

A review of Carl Roger's client-centered theory.

A discussion regarding Adlerian therapy, derived from the theories of Alfred Adler.

A discussion regarding addiction to prescription medication.

An analysis on the role of the father in healthy infant development and the mother's ability to cope.

A look at the ways humanistic and behaviorist principles impact education and learning situations in the classroom.

A discussion of the various causes of stress in the workplace.

An examination of the gifted child.

A review of the article "Waves, Streams, States, and Self--A Summary of My Psychological Model: (Or, Outline of An Integral Psychology)" by Ken Wilber.

A discussion regarding legalizing the drug, marijuana.

A discussion regarding methamphetamine or crystal meth.

A review of the life and work of Mike Kelley.

An analysis of the incidence of aggressive driving in the United States and the techniques that can be used to improve the level of hostility on the road.

An analysis of the modern role of psychics in criminal justice.

An in-depth look at autism.

A review and discussion regarding Asperger syndrome.

A review of how sexual abuse cases are perceived differently by police officers, depending on the sex of the perpetrator.

A look at bulimia nervosa; its diagnosis, treatments and prevention.

A Look at the history of what is required in professional counseling.

A review of the role that ethics plays in counseling.

A discussion regarding ethics in the world of business and commerce.

A review of "Group Psychology and the Analysis of the Ego" by Sigmund Freud.

A comparison and assessment of two studies on post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

An analysis of the effects of fetal alcohol syndrome and how it can be managed and prevented.

A look at the relationship between preschool daycare and childhood aggression.

A look at the theories behind what makes employees perform.

A case study using available evidence from the Zodiac killings to construct a profile of the killer and characterize him within the FBI and other models of multicide.

A review of counseling theories and therapeutic outcomes for homosexual individuals wishing to "come out of the closet."

An evaluation of the issues and solutions related to fiscal management in mental health administration.

An analysis of the diagnosis and treatment of depression.

A discussion regarding the impact of the media on violent behavior.

A discussion on whether children who are sexually abused become abusers.

An examination of the theories of the developmental stages of adolescence.

This paper analyzes the subject of corporal punishment as it relates to the classroom.

This paper explores the needs that must be fulfilled that will ensure employee motivation.

An analysis of the factors influencing the ways that adolescents behave.

This paper examines theories and concepts of employee motivation.

This paper examines the effects of hormones on human behavior.