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Psychological Disciplines
Different schools of thought in regards to psychological analysis such as those espoused by Sigmund Freud and Carl Jung
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What areas does social psychology study?
Social psychology studies the ways in which people interact with each other, as well as how individuals are influenced by social factors such as group dynamics, social norms, and interpersonal relationships. It examines topics like attitudes, prejudice, conformity, obedience, and decision-making in social contexts.
What is an explanatory theory in psychology?
Explanatory theory in psychology is based on it's research methodology. They are also called descriptive theories. An explanatory theory attempts to explain a phenomenon in terms of established theories in a field, in this case, psychology.
Is the lack of one theoretical paradigm problematic for Psychology as a discipline?
No. Natural sciences such as physics are based on mathematical equations, and thus can more easily be simplified into one theoretical paradigm. Social sciences, such as psychology, are based on the workings of the human mind, including thoughts, perceptions, and emotions that cannot be measured in pure mathematics. Social sciences are a different breed of science, and will never be based on a single paradigm.
Keep in mind that there is still no one theoretical paradigm that can explain all happenings in any science. Einstein's theory of relativity still doesn't work in all situations.
The effect of dependency on human development?
The effects of dependency on human development can result in a multitude of results. One example would be an impoverished country whose citizens are dependent upon foreign aid for survival.
How do you develop personality?
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Better do meditations.
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You can develop a better personality by forgetting about yourself. You think of how others feel in any situation you find yourself. You talk about what the other person likes to talk about, you listen more than you talk, you never talk about others who are not present unless it's something positive. Interest in others can't be faked, so if you're sincere about developing your personality, you have to be sincere about your interest in others.
Everyone finds people that they don't really like. Don't let this deter you. Even if the best you can do is be courteous to those people, do that. A secret to feeling positive about these people is, the second that you catch yourself judging something about them, stop immediately and deliberately think of what could be positive about them even if it's something small. Everyone has talents and abilities; make an effort to figure out theirs might be. If you never figure it out, it doesn't matter as long as you've overcome the negative thoughts about them and how YOU feel about them. They're not here to please you or fit into a mold that you design for them.
Practicing these skills is especially helpful when you're feeling bad or mad or upset about something. If you have self esteem problems, it may take some practice to get beyond your own feelings but the more you do it the more natural it becomes; the next thing you know, you won't be feeling quite so self conscious anymore.
The last, and probably most important part of this process, is to be sure that you don't let people take advantage of you. Being thoughtful or kind has no relationship to currying favor with others, bending over backwards, or believing that it will please someone else if you participate in something negative, like gossip. It's an easy mistake to make, but it will defeat your positive efforts and do more to hurt your self esteem than help anyone.
Unfortunately, this is a lifelong process. Because we're human, we have a natural tendency to think of everything in relation to oneself and how we feel. But you can renew your efforts anytime and as often as you want. Time spent considering others is never wasted (well, almost never).
What is the psychology behind the movie Stir of Echoes?
The movie Stir of Echoes is based on the idea that a person is hypnotized and it causes his brain to function differently, so that he begins seeing dead people. The movie could easily be seen as a metaphor for depression, since people have a psychological fear of their brains malfunctioning and causing sickness.
What is the age range for children during the authority stage?
http://health.state.mn.us/divs/fh/mch/HOMEcurriculum/chp6/handout9.html states it is age 2 to 4 or 5.
How does social psychology emerge as a discipline in twenth century?
While some of the basic concepts of social psychology were mentioned as early as Plato's time, social psychology as a modern discipline began in earnest after World War II. After the scope of the Holocaust was revealed, social scientists began studying the effects of conformity and obedience on social behavior.
What is eclecticism in psychology?
Eclecticism is a conceptual approach that does not hold rigidly to a single paradigm or set of assumptions, but instead draws upon multiple theories, styles, or ideas to gain complementary insights into a subject, or applies different theories in particular cases.
Basically, it is making decisions on the basis of what seems best instead of following some single doctrine or style. It is a fusion of multiple styles and doctrines (teachings, educations) to come upon a balanced answer.
What non-invasive treatment can be used to treat abnormal heart rhythms?
Various drugs can be used to control and help reset these abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmias ).
What is the difference between chronological age psychological age?
Chronological age: number of years that have elapsed since birth.
Psychological age: an individual's adaptive age capacities compared with those of other individuals of same chronological age.Thus older adults who continue to learn are flexible are motivated.control their emotions and think clearly are engaging in more adaptive behaviors than their chronological age mates who do not continue to learn, are rigid and unmotivated , do not control their emotions and do not think clearly
Can MSW's get a PhD or PsyD in clinical or counseling psychology?
In general, the answer is yes. You should research the universities that offer the specific doctorate that satisfies your need. Then speak with the university representative in that area, and find out if there is any prerequisite course work required before entering the professional phase of the program and/or any other requirements. With a Masters in Social Work (MSW), I think you will be fine. You can start your research by going to www.CollegeBoard.com, then to College Matchmaker, and there you can do a search by, Major, College, and Geographical Area. Viper1usmc
Full employment is a contributor mostly to?
Full employment in a society contributes to a thriving economy. When there is under-employment in a society, the economy begins to lag because the population will not be spending much.
What is psychology's benefit to humanity?
It helps people understand how people think and what causes people to behave in certain situations. It helps discover how to help people who are mentally ill. It helps people discover what career would be good to pursue. The knowledge psychology gives us can be abused, for example by children's services social workers who trick people into revealing confidential information, or in learning how to torture people, which psychologists did do for U.S. workers in Abu Grabe and Guantanamo Bay. Psychologists also abuse their power by hiring out their services to the highest bidder in custody suits, or tayloring their recommendations to their own personal biases in order to influence the outcome of a case.
According to carl jung what are the two main ways that people process information?
Feeling and thinking.
What do you mean by determinants in psychology?
does it mean that after engaging in any behavior, a person feels an urge to engae in the opposite behavior? or people can choose fr themselves what kind of people they want to be?
What is the difference between western psychology and filipino psychology?
Theres a small difference only.
When you have your license in psychology can you practice anywhere?
No. Only in the state or states in which you are licensed.
Psychologists who use research to solve practical problems are called?
research psychologists its the first group of psychologists
What are the conditions of work in Industrial psychology?
The conditions of work in industrial psychology are :
Physical condition, Temporal condition and Psychological condition.
