The systems responsible for sensation are remarkably similar from one person to another, but each person uniquely experiences sensory input. Perception of the same event is likely to be different for different people. For example, water that is too hot for one person may be just right for another. The volume of sound at a concert may be painfully loud for one person but enjoyable […]

What is the difference between confrontation and a gentle challenge? Read and complete the “Challenging Practice Session.” Apply appropriate evidence-based strategies and skills to demonstrate a client-centered approach. Describe the skills you demonstrated and why. What did you discover during the practice session? What did you learn about yourself as a new counselor to be? If using a volunteer, be sure you obtain verbal consent […]

Pain is a subjective experience that involves both physical and psychological aspects.Since it is subjective, there is no one way that everyone experiences pain.This makes it challenging for people working with Athletes to assist individuals experiencing pain.Not all pain is negative.Pain can be constructive in helping the individual.People working with Athletes, for the most part, do their best to understand individuals and their pain experience.Since […]

According to Kohlberg (1977) preconventional reasoning focuses on ensuring that the individual is not harmed from their actions and to benefit from their actions without regard for the morality of their choices. This is directly contrary to the theory of principled reasoning. Those who practice principled reasoning are inclined to do the right thing no mater what the personal cost is to themselves. There is […]

In Romeo and Juliet, Shakespeare covers some “hot topics” including teenage love, parent/child relationships, betrayal, and more. In a well-developed essay, discuss: What age is appropriate for teenagers to make their own decisions? Juliet is approximately 13 years old, and Romeo is slightly older. Do you feel like they are responsible? What can teenagers do to prove they are responsible young adults? Be sure to proofread […]

To prepare for this discussion, please read Chapters 5 and 6 of your textbook, as well as Chapter 1: In a Nutshell and Chapter 10: Assessment in Context: The Alternative to Standardized Testing in Multiple Intelligences: New Horizons. Also read the article Cultural Explorations of Human Intelligence Around the World (Links to an external site.). In addition, watch the Classical and Operant Conditioning video. A-M: Learning: Classroom of Life Based on Chapter 5 and Classical and […]

Stu Rasmussen, the palace theater co-owner was experiencing gender complexities since he was 15 years old. Stu began by shaping up his nails, and soon after, he was dressing like a lady when reporting to collect movie tickets at the theater. However, this did not warrant alarm from the people as they were convinced it was his way of promoting the days event. But things […]

Using a minimum of 50 words, please post something to the discussion board related to human motivation or human development. Your goal is to share probing questions and/or insights about the assignment that help to create a conversation that benefits everyone in the class. Find an example of an article on human development in popular press (such as the New York Times, CNN, Psychology Today, or another […]

Models of Abnormality The main paradigms of abnormal behavior—behavioral, biological, cognitive, psychodynamic, and sociocultural-vary widely. They look at behavior differently, begin with different assumptions, arrive at different conclusions, and utilize different treatment methods. While it is best to try to understand abnormal behavior from several perspectives, there are some treatments which may be more appropriate during the treatment process than others. Eating dis s are […]

Abnormal Psychology: Past and Present What is the State of the Nation’s Mental Health? On December 13, 1999 the Surgeon General of the United States released a landmark report on the state of America’s mental health. The release of the report was preceded by the first White House Conference on Mental Health, held in the summer of 1999. The 487-page report, citing over 3,000 research […]