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Educational Psychology and Learning Theories, 2002.
An overview of educational psychology and the learning theories of Ivan Pavlov and B.F.Skinner.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 5 sources, $ 44.95
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This paper presents a critical review on the learning theories of educational psychologists, Ivan Pavlov and B.F.Skinner. Educational psychologists create achievement tests, develop learning aids and curricula, study cognitive development, and investigate psychological issues in the classroom, including adjustment problems and teacher-pupil interaction.
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Psychology Theories, 2002.
Two rival theories of psychology.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 4 sources, $ 26.95
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This paper compares and contrasts the psychoanalytical and behaviorist theories of psychology. These two theories propose rival ideas about the mental processes of human beings.
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Psychology Theories, 2002.
Thoughts on Rogers, Gestalt Styles and adapting communication to various theories.
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This is a paper on the thoughts of Rogers, Gestalt styles and adapting communication to various theories.
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Psychological Theories, 2005.
This paper is a literature review focusing on the attachment theory and existential humanistic theories emphasizing play therapy theories.
4,380 words (approx. 17.5 pages), 14 sources, APA, $ 115.95
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This paper explains that the attachment theory demonstrates that attachment is not a race or culturally specific phenomenon because it is an instinctive, biological motivated need, which all humans have and use to adapt to their environment during the earliest stages of development. The author points out that the combination of humanistic and existential psychotherapies offers a wide range of approaches in case conceptualization, therapeutic goals, intervention strategies and research methodologies. The paper relates that play therapy is a psychoanalytic tool, which is based on the assumption that a child's internal issues can be tied to various unconscious conflicts and deficits, which reveal themselves during play sessions.
Table of Contents
Overview of the Content of the Literature Review
Purpose of the Literature Review
Scope of the Literature Review
Parameters and Limitations of the Review
Attachment Theory
Existential Humanistic Theories
Existentialism
Humanistic Psychology
Play Therapy
Existential Therapy for Alice: A Case
Conclusion
Gaps in the Literature
Considerations for Alice
Final Comments and Reflections on the Literature from the Researchers
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"Attachment theory is one of the key theories associated to the study of developmental psychology and is considered an extension of psychoanalytic theory. It was Sigmund Freud who first understood by his observing children's attachment to their primary care givers which became the foundation for the model of a child's attachment throughout adult life. Later, John Bowlby's theories of attachment added to this original concept. Considered the major theorist on attachment theory, Bowlby (1939) began explaining and developing attachment theory based on his observations and conclusions. Bowlby took a radical departure from Freud's model of the pleasure principle and focused on the social interactive aspects of attachments with specific focus on the infants need for safety and security."
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Psychological Theories of Human Development, 2008.
An analysis of the psychoanalytic, learning, humanistic, cognitive and ethological theories of human development.
1,853 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 12 sources, APA, $ 59.95
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This paper discusses some of the main theories of human development that focus on cognitive development, environmental influences and a combination of the two. It looks at theories that include psychoanalytic, learning, humanistic, cognitive and ethological. The paper focuses on the theory that best aligns with the writer's own approach to teaching - Albert Bandura's theory of learning and social cognition.
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Introduction
Psychoanalytic Theory
Learning Theory
Humanistic Theory
Cognitive Theory
Ethological Theory
Theorist who's Beliefs Align with My Approach to Teaching
How this Theory Directly Applies and Relates to the Classroom
Conclusion
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"The work of Albert Bandura has emphasized the role of environmental influences in shaping behavior patterns so much so that he has laid the responsibility for creating positive environments for child development directly at the feet of parents, teachers, and other caregivers. The principles of social learning through modeling and reinforcement have also made adults, especially teachers, very aware of the role they play in modeling behaviors for children. During the school year, school age children spend more hours at school than at home, therefore, the behavior of their teachers is extremely important in relation to social learning and behavior modeling. Additionally, Bandura's view that individuals have partial control over the environment around them by their reaction to it has great implications for the classroom. It can be surmised that when children feel comfortable and at ease in the classroom they will excel. Especially if these children do not feel powerless, but instead feel as though they have some control, however minor, over the environment."
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Psychological Theories Comparison, 2004.
A comparison of the psychoanalytical theory of Sigmund Freud and the social cognition theory of Carl Rogers.
921 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 32.95
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Psychologists have researched personality disorders and have formulated different theories, presenting their own reasoning as established via comprehensive research over a lifetime. This paper examines similarities and contrasts between the psychoanalytical theory of Sigmund Freud and social cognition theory of Carl Rogers. It explains that they are both recognized figures in the field of psychoanalysis and that both the theories are logical and applicable in varied circumstances.
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"Sigmund Freud was a one of the most eminent psychologists of all times. Freud is termed as the father of psychoanalysis. His theory of psychoanalysis entails the conscious and the unconscious. The conscious is what we are aware of like one?s present perceptions, memories, thoughts, feelings etc. The unconscious is the memory that can be easily recalled. However, these entail the smaller part of the mind, the larger part consists of the unconscious, which includes all the things that are not easily available to the conscious mind. These include our drives and instincts."
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Psychological Theories, 2002.
This paper discusses the theories of Carl Rogers and Abraham Maslow
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This paper discusses Carl Rogers' theoretical approach, which is sympathetic with phenomenology and existentialism. The author points out that the self and the "total organism" are the cornerstones of Rogerian theory. The author explains that Abraham Maslow's hierarchy of needs in comparison with Rogers' theory.
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Psychological Theories on Child Development, 2008.
A case study analysis examining the behavioral theorist's view on child development and morality.
2,676 words (approx. 10.7 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 80.95
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This paper presents a case of a student in a fifth-grade class (eleven years of age) who has submitted a book report that has been plagiarized from an Internet site. The paper first describes the student's behavior according to the theories of child development and human behavior. The paper then focuses specifically on Lev Vygotsky's theories and discusses what approach should be undertaken to help this student improve his or her performance on essays.
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"To end, it is fairly evident that there is a complex link between language and cognition that we ignore at our peril. More than that, Lev Vygotsky's work on child development gives us a measure of just how meaningful the environment around a child really is as he or she expands her psychological and intellectual wings. By comparison, the work of Jean Piaget provides us with some benchmarks but not with substantive suggestions. Ultimately, while the situation is not ideal, a therapeutic approach coupled with a strong support system might be all that is needed to turn this situation around."
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Echols, Psychology and Feminist Theory, 2002.
A review of Alice Echols' book "Scars of Sweet Paradise: The Life and Times of Janis Joplin".
2,525 words (approx. 10.1 pages), 8 sources, $ 93.95
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This paper looks at Alice Echols' book Scars of Sweet Paradise: The Life and Times of Janis Joplin. She examines the life of Janis Joplin by incorporating radical feminist theory, focusing on the events and social attitudes that shaped Joplin's life, rather than just on Joplin's life in isolation. This paper not only describes the life of Joplin but also applies theories to understand why Joplin did what she did.
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Advertising and Psychological Theory, 2002.
Addresses a specific commerical according to the theories of Sigmund Freud and Carl Rogers.
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The theories of Carl Rogers and Sigmund Freud are often used to address the role of the individual within society, where these two psychologists worked to assess the properties of human needs through investigating the factors that most greatly affected their inner psyches. Commercials, similarly, are believed to target the audience through addressing commonalities found within human nature and within society as a whole. This paper shall first present a brief summary of the commercial and then compare and contrast the symbols found within that commercial to the works of Rogers and Freud.
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Humanistic and Interactionist Theories of Psychology, 2005.
This paper discusses the humanistic and interactionist theories of psychology, which were developed because of disappointment in the behaviorism and psychoanalysis theories.
3,190 words (approx. 12.8 pages), 31 sources, APA, $ 92.95
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This paper explains that the humanistic personality researchers wanted to emphasize human tendencies toward self-improvement, self- actualization, autonomy and looking at the overall value of human beings; whereas, the interactionists, or trait situation interaction therapists, were more concerned with the combined dynamic influences of both personality traits and situations in order to acquire a gestalt understanding. The author points out that Abraham Maslow and Carl Rogers are major contributors to humanistic psychology; Walter Mischel, Henry Murray (theory of needs) and Harry Sullivan (social interactions) are associated with trait situation interaction. The paper relates that one of the differences between humanistic psychology and trait situation interaction is how much of an emphasis to place on an individual's personality; the link between traits and situations has been more precisely specified in the interactionist approach; however, most humanistic psychologists apply an ideographic approach that looks at the entire individual and in context.
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"One of the main aspects of PSC is expressing empathy, which is based on Rogers' humanistic approach. Expressing empathy toward pain, anxiety, or anger does not mean reinforcing the way the child has handled a given problem, but helps the youth be less defensive and more ready to reevaluate his/her actions and approach change. Unlike punishment that addresses the feelings and needs (id) of the child or moralization that addresses the conscience (super ego), PSC addresses the ego. It encourages children to understand the event, be aware of their feelings, reevaluate their actions, examine the alternatives, make new decisions, construct a plan of action, and finally implement that plan. PSC aims to accomplish behavioral change and ease the personal growth of children."
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Theories of Social Psychology, 2008.
This paper discusses the attribution theory and the altruism and the bystander effect theory.
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The paper compares the attribution theory and the altruism and the bystander effect theory, which are both concerned about influences on behavior. The paper explains how the attribution theory is basically concerned with how other people as observers see the behavior, while the bystander effect theory focuses on the bystander who acts or who does not act. The paper shows how although these two theories are very different, they can be used together.
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Introduction
Attribution Theory
Altruism and the Bystander Effect Theory
Attribution Theory and Bystander Effect Theory Compared
Strengths and Weaknesses
Conclusion
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"Attribution refers to assumptions about why people behave as they do (Rathus, 2007). Attribution is a matter of looking at other people's motives and traits for explanations of their behavior. There are two types of attribution. The first is dispositional attribution and sees people's behavior in terms of their personality and of these people having free will. The second type is situational attribution which sees human behavior as resulting from social factors (Rathus, 2007). In our society, people usually blame the person instead of social conditions so that dispositional attribution is the most common form."
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Field Theory & Gestalt Psychology, 1999.
Describes & compares Field Theory and Gestalt Psychology in terms major concepts, approaches to therapy, behavior, perception and experience.
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This research paper presents the Field theory of psychology. Gestalt psychology and field theory are defined. Discussion includes development of both theories with contributions, influences, and criticisms of Kohler and Lewin
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"FIELD THEORY OF PSYCHOLOGY
Introduction
This research paper presents the Field theory of psychology. Gestalt psychology and field theory are defined. Discussion includes development of both theories with contributions, influences, and criticisms of Kohler and Lewin.
Field Theory of Psychology
Gestalt psychology was a reaction against structuralism and behaviorism. Kohler and Koffka were leading Gestaltists who stated that experience and behavior cannot be analyzed into elements of consciousness and they cannot be broken down to stimulus-response units. Gestaltists believed that behavior and experience are wholes that are unanalyzable, and certain relationships between the whole and its parts can be understood."
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Max Wertheimer's Gestalt Theory of Psychology, 2002.
This paper examines Gestalt Theory as it relates to science, primarily the science of psychology.
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The paper looks closely at Max Wertheimer's 1924 paper on Gestalt Theory. The writer summarizes the theory of Gestalt Psychology and discusses its strengths and weaknesses. The paper shows how this theory differs from other psychological theories, concentrating on its non-emphasis on breaking down its subjects.
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"Many theories of psychology seek to simplify concepts and occurrences. Behavioural theories break activity down into its basic elements and sequences of events. Cognitive theories examine mental processes by trying to reduce complex processes into stages and computer like transactions. Even Freudian theories attempt to break down mental processes and behaviour into simpler life events and mental structures such as the id, ego and superego. Psychology is not the only science whose goal is to simplify events and examine any end result as a function of its components. Max Wertheimer argues for a different approach to the science of Psychology, and in fact, to any science. Wertheimer presents Gestalt Theory as a solution to many of the problems faced by science."
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Self-theory Psychology, 1987.
Discusses the emergence & effects of selfist & self-help approaches to therapy. Examines theories (Erich Fromm, Carl Rogers, Abraham Maslow, Rollo May, Eric Berne, Arthur Janov), origins & development, social etiology, techniques & goals, popularity and f
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" What has been prosaically called "self.help" psychology in recent times might more accurately be termed self.theory or selfist psychology (Vitz, 1977, p. 37ff.), given its preoccupation with the "I" or the ego, and given its many variations, too numerous to include in totality in this report. A popular magazine recently noted the movement toward self.fulfillment, a trend which has not yet experienced a downswing:
Status. Career success. The love of a family.
Religion. Knowledge. Good health. Service to
others. Harmony with nature. Whether through
these or other paths, the never ending search for
happiness(...)"
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