Psychology papers

This paper discusses the effects of violent video games on teens.

This paper discusses the origins of the Apollo-Dionysus duality that explores human nature.

A discussion of modern behavior management approaches in the classroom with a focus on the theories of B.F. Skinner.

A book review "Targeting Autism: What We Know, Don't Know and Can Do to Help Young Children with Autism and Related Disorders" by Shirley Cohen.

An overview and discussion of the concept of positive discipline.

Looks at the problems in the youth criminal justice system.

A discussion of the difference between the mental disorder of pyromania and arson.

A look at why people become alcoholics and the tremendous physical toll alcoholism takes on the body.

A look at the life of Pablo Escobar and his life as a drug trafficker.

A discussion about whether video games promote violent behavior in children.

An analysis of the television sitcom, "Fresh Prince of Bel-Air" from the perspective of the Bowen family systems theory.

An analysis of sports fanaticism in in American society.

An overview of deviant behavior with a specific emphasis on heterosexual deviant behavior.

An analysis of a journal article on drug use and deviant behavior in adolescents.

Critique of an article on the paranormal.

A look at the definition of deviance in terms of how it relates to moral and legal norms.

Examines the relationship between mental illness and homelessness.

A discussion of the gender stereotypes often found in children's books and whether these stereotypes influence a child's perception of gender.

An overview of the drug ecstasy and its deleterious effects.

An essay on Louis Rodriguez' book, "Always Running" and the reasons he gives for youth involvement in gang life.

An analysis of the main character in the film, "Bright Lights, Big City" and his substance abuse problem.

Analysis of organized crime behavior in the film "Goodfellas."

Explains why alcohol is not considered a nutrient.

A look at the psychological impact of film as conveyed through the images used.

A look at how the way in which we view the disease of alcoholism has changed over the last few decades.

An assessment of the relationship problems of a married couple.

Critiques a paper about measures women can take to protect themselves from HIV once they reenter the sexual arena after long-term monogamous relationships.

An overview of therapeutic approaches to treating alcoholism.

An overview of the use of hypnosis or imaginary induction for healing purposes.

A discussion of Bipolar Disorder I including a general description its symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.

A description of codependency and surrounding issues.

Applies of theories of developmental psychology to Alan Lightman's book "Einstein's Dreams".

A research method paper looking at how TV violence effects kids.

Presents results of study testing children's responses to three jokes.

Discusses adolescents and substance abuse, including incidence and treatment.

Examines two psychiatric nursing case studies, describing the evaluation and care required for each case.

An introduction and analysis of motivational interviewing.

Critique of an article on the problems of alcoholism in young adulthood.

Reviews six articles about the father-child attachment.

Psychological theory used to analyze the personality of fictional character, Michael Corleone.

Evaluates the use of play therapy when dealing with abused children.

An organizational analysis of the Guardian Angel Home of Joliet.

An analysis of Christian marriage counseling.

A critical analysis of the Stanford Prison Experiment.

Compares and contrasts two articles on birth order.

A look at group development and the impact it has on organizations.

Discusses issues related to the use of existentialism in counseling and psychotherapy.

A look at conformity from a social psychology perspective.

Examines Carl Whitaker's Symbolic-Experiential Family Systems Therapy.

Discusses the concepts and theories of psychodynamic counseling.

An overview of the psychological and physiological effects of alcohol.

A look at the history and symptoms of sexually transmitted diseases and HIV/AIDS.

A critique of an 2002 research study on adolescent sexuality.

A paper looking at the use of confrontation by social workers when dealing with victims of sexual abuse.

Discusses cognitive psychology, focusing specifically on the issue of repressed memory.

A summary of a research study on aggressive behavior.

A review of literature on the topic of abnormal psychology.

A look at flavor aversion and its relevance to chemotherapy patients.

An overview of brain development from conception to one year of age.

A paper focusing on the relationship between affect regulation and impulse control.

A critique of a psychology experiment concerning the theories of Abraham Maslow.

Discusses the Adlerian approach to personality as an indivisible whole.

An analysis of the film "Ticket to Heaven" in terms of cults and persuasion psychology.

An overview of alexithymia and its causes.

A look at how hormones affect human behavior.

A look at the lifespan development and personality of one of the most notorious figures in history, Adolf Hitler.

A critique of a book on psychotherapy practices entitled, "The Heart and Soul of Change".

An overview of B.F. Skinner's behavior theory.

Describes the principles and issues of Gestalt therapy.

An analysis of an experiment measuring the relationship between intelligence and creativity.

A look at how different temperatures can affect various factors of self-regulation.

Examines the factors that influence the development of and effects of depression in women.

An overview of conduct disorder and antisocial disorder.

A comparative study between Adlerian and Gestalt Therapy.

Compares and contrasts two different schools of thought on counseling.

A look at the significance of a comprehensive study on smoking cessation.

Discusses a theory of counseling based on one individual's personal belief system.

A paper looking at the physiological control of emotions.

An overview and analysis of child abuse and its effects.

A report on Dr. Mel Levine's book about the learning process, "A Mind at a Time".

A paper examining the notion of whether free will.

A book review of "Getting Things Done: the Art of Stress-Free Productivity" by David Allen.

Evaluation of an article that studies gender differences in interruption behavior.

Uses Jostein Gaarder's novel "Sophie's World" to examine several marriage and family therapy theories.

An analysis and discussion of Mitch Albom's "Tuesdays with Morrie" and the life issues reflected in the book.

An overview of eating disorders, their prevalence, history and causes.

A paper looking at what causes stress.

Compares and contrast three psychotherapy techniques.

Reviews articles on childhood verbal and emotional abuse. .

An overview of six Gestalt therapy concepts.

An analysis of the problem of adolescent drug use in the United States.

A discussion on why play therapy should be integrated into family therapy.

A look at studies indicating that there is a genetic transmission of personality traits which influence our decisions.

A look at the prevalence of chemical dependence in adolescents.

A research proposal for studying whether a therapist can implant false memories.

Discusses the concept of narrative therapy using Rick Bragg's book "All Over But the Shoutin".

A look at aggressive behavior in non-verbal autistic students.

An overview of Alzheimer's disease and cognitive decline in the elderly.

A proposal for group therapy for people suffering from bulimia nervosa.

A discussion on whether psychopaths and serial killers are born or made.