The Naturalistic Paradigm: A Tool for Research
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A 5 page discussion of the attributes of the naturalistic qualitative approach to research. Emphasizes that this approach is one which is complimentary to other types of research methodologies, now exclusionary. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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The Necessary Hero (Archetype)
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(15 pp) The hero archetype is a necessary element of our society, demanding acknowledgment and validation. Heroes traditionally appear in "myths" or hero stories as the central characters. "Myths" satisfy our "hunger for community." The hero embodies the values of a community. The myth of the homeland is symbolized by the hero, upon whom are projected the highest aims of the community. Without the hero the community lacks a crucial dimension, for the hero is typically the soul of the community. When a community loses the ability to produce hero stories, there is a corresponding loss of the ability to articulate values Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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The Psychology Of Personality
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22 pages in length. The writer discusses various psychological theories of personality as they relate to Skinner, May, Rogers, Bandura, Adler, Horney, Jung and Freud. Bibliography lists 24 sources.
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The Scholarship Paradigm Shift in the Field of Psychology
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A 5 page paper which discusses the paradigm shift present in the field of psychology. This shift is that which addresses scholarship, which can be summed up in the condition of education. the paper discusses how sufficient and current knowledge is a very powerful and growing issue in the field of psychology. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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The Secret Language Between Twins
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This 8 page paper considers the nature of language acquisition and development among sets of twins and relates what has been described as the 'secret language' that twins sometimes develop as an factor in developing language. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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The Use of Sigmund Freud's Dora to Understand Fontane's Effi Briest
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This 5 page paper provides a comparative view of Sigmund Freud's Dora and Fontane's Effi Briest. This paper determines the application of Freud's Dora in providing an understanding of Fontane's Effi Briest. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Theoretical Principles Of Psychology According To Tart, Kabat-Zinn, Goldberger And Breznitz
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15 pages in length. Depending upon which discipline one subscribes to, there exist a number of theoretical principles with regard to psychology. Indeed, while there is not merely one psychological affliction, there is also not just one source of available treatment; rather, for each mental plight there are various techniques by which to assess and deal with the problem. The writer discusses diverse considerations as they apply to Charles T. Tart, author of Altered States of Consciousness and Transpersonal Psychologies: Perspectives on the Mind from Seven Great Spiritual Traditions; Wherever You Go, There You Are : Mindfulness Meditation in Everyday Life by Jon Kabat-Zinn; and Handbook of Stress : Theoretical and Clinical Aspects by Leo Goldberger and Shlomo Breznitz. No additional sources cited.
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Therapeutic Approaches: Feminist Perspective
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A 5 page paper. There has long been a conflict between feminist perspectives and different psychotherapeutic approaches. Freud's theories were being criticized as early the 1920s by early feminists. This model is considered highly patriarchal. On the other hand, there are approaches that complement the feminist perspective. The criticisms and the support are discussed. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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