The Psychodynamic Theory‚ or psychoanalytic as it is also referred to‚ stresses the influence of unconscious forces on human behavior. It is the systematized study and theory of the psychological forces that underlie human behavior‚ emphasizing the interplay between unconscious and conscious motivation (Gallop & Reynolds 2004). Its roots focus on the roles of unconscious sexual and aggressive impulses as a motive for choice and self-direction. The theory presents itself as our way of trying to balance
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Introduction This psychological case study is all about client/student having bad conscious mind. The approach to this client’s evaluation is within the domain of counseling. Through the used of effective counseling to the erring client‚ there must be a successful result as much as the client find the best solution to his/her problem. The solution must perceive a positive result. Through the help of guidance counselor‚ positive result must perceive by the client because they are the one who are
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Defining Testing The term test can be defined as a standardized process that produces information about behavioral and cognitive processes in a quantified manner (Hogan‚ 2007). Throughout the history of tests and testing‚ standards for psychological testing has changed and evolved over the years (Camara & Lane‚ December‚ 2006). Most people have had at least some experience with testing. As early as childhood‚ people are given tests for various reasons. Early on children may undergo medical
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(pg 605–638) Treatment of Psychological Disorders Modern mental health therapies can be classified into two main categories – favored treatment depends on disorder and therapist’s viewpoint Learning-related disorders (phobias) are usually treated with psychotherapy Biologically influenced disorders (schizophrenia) usually treated with biomedical therapy – prescribed medication/medical procedure that acts directly on the patient’s nervous system Usually patients receive combination of drug and
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Trauma Theory Psychological trauma can have an everlasting effect on a person’s life. According to Armsworth and Holaday (1993)‚ Psychological trauma occurs when an individual is exposed to an overwhelming event that renders him or her helpless in the face of intolerable danger‚ anxiety‚ and instinctual arousal (p. 49). Anyone no matter what age‚ can experience a traumatic event. However‚ children are the ones mostly affected by a traumatic event. Trauma regardless if it is sexual abuse‚ physical
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evaluate two or more psychological explanations for schizophrenia Schizophrenia explanations are both psychological and biological however the best solution is probably the diathesis stress model; this combines both biological and psychological approaches to schizophrenia. The diathesis stress model suggests that people have vulnerability for schizophrenia (diathesis) which develops only if the individual is exposed to certain environmental factors (a stressor.) One psychological explanation for schizophrenia
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commit the crimes they do. The crime that the person commits is connected to the criminal and the theory to give and understanding on why the criminal decided to disobey the law. One of the many theories that help understand the criminal is the Psychological Theory.
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PSY4988 ASSIGN 1 PSY 498 8 PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT ASSIGNMENT 1 CATHERINE SCOTT 3315 459 7 DEVELOPMENT OF A PSYCHOLOGICAL MEASURE INTRODUCTION The process of developing a reliable and valid psychological measure is a complex task. In this paper‚ the author hopes to further explain how to construct a test which can be considered both valid and reliable. Steps to developing a psychological measure The steps to follow when developing a psychological measure can seem daunting and complex. There
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Psychological Approaches to Learning Kenneth D. Lewis PSY 101 Jimletta Vareene-Thomas December 19 2010 Learning is a psychological behavior that is considered by most to be fundemental to human development. Learning is a relitively permanent change in behavior brought about by experience (Feldman‚ 2009 p. 177). This paper will discus behavior‚ cognitive‚ and developmental psycological theories to learning. It will also interpret the different psychological theories to learning and will
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Psychological Measure Paper Malisha Mishoe PSY / 475 Stephanie Mead December 16th‚ 2012 Psychological Measure Paper Child Depression The word depression has a tendency to be associated with adults. In reality adults have much more to worry about than children‚ such as: financial responsibilities‚ family personal dilemmas‚ work challenges‚ and the overall wellbeing of themselves and their families. The truth is that society has a tendency to also forget that children are also plagued
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