Genetics is the structure and the function of genes and the way in which genes are passed from one generation to another. Genetics also involves the study of how genetic make up of a person influence its physical and behavioral characteristics. Genetics related are the principle of heredity which is the sum of the traits […]
Framo and Inter-generational Family Therapy
In the words of marriage & family therapy theoretician, James L. Framo, his theory aims to build “a conceptual bridge between the personal and the social” (1992, p. 111). Framo, along with other theoreticians of the time, such as Murray Bowen, Carl Whitaker, and Ivan Boszormenyi-Nagy, were interested in not only the internal intrapsychic processes […]
Occupational science and therapy
This essay will attempt an explanation of occupational science and its’ value for the Occupational Therapy profession in viewing occupational experiences, looking at the core skill of activity/occupation analyses in professional practice, and how this applies to the process of occupational analysis with a chosen personal occupational performance to discuss the ‘form, function and meaning’ […]
Experimenting with a variant of the stroop effect
The aim of the experimental project was to examine a variation of the Stroop effect. How cognitive process are influenced when automatic processing take place. The hypothesis offered was, a significant difference in information processing times would be required over the two conditions when the Stroop effect was used. The null hypothesis states that their […]
Environmental Influences on Happiness
Critical Evaluation: The Contagion Effect of Happiness The thought of happiness had sparked much interest among past psychologists. Dated back in the 20th century, happiness had been a rising area of concern. However, many studies have yet to converge on a universal definition of happiness. Despite so, several longstanding studies permit the definition of happiness […]
Effect of Parent Addiction on Children
Antonio Latham Children of Parents with Addiction Drug and alcohol addiction is prevalent in America. Within the U.S., there has been an increasing emphasis and mounting research on how parental addiction impacts the lives of children (Barnard & McKeganey, 2004). This alarm is being powered in part by the escalation of disturbing incidents involving extreme […]
Effect of Age Stereotypes on Balance Performance
Question 1: An important aspect of physical functioning is the ability to stay balanced. How may expectations generated by age stereotypes influence older adults’ balance performance? Critically review psychological theory and research relevant to this issue, and discuss broader implications for interventions that may support healthy physical functioning of older persons. Loh Qiu Yan Melissa […]
John Steinbeck’s The Grapes of Wrath
More v John Steinbeck’s The Grapes of WrathThroughout his book, the Grapes of Wrath, John Steinbeck employs the principles of Foucault’s theory that power exists as a result of consent. This is particularly the case in the relations between the Joad family. Chapter ten includes specific scenes in which the family members’ assumed positions of […]
Cocaine Addiction: History, Effects and Symptoms
Cocaine Addiction An Overview of Cocaine Addiction What is Cocaine? Cocaine is a stimulant drug that produces a greater effect of ‘high’ than other drugs such as methamphetamine. It comes in a form of white powder or crystal form with a bitter numbing taste. In general, the powder form is mixed with other materials such […]
Causes of OCD: Genetics or Environment?
Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is a type of anxiety disorder that has been affecting about 1 – 2% of the population. Individuals with OCD tend to do repetitive behaviours such as washing and checking in an attempt to cover unwanted thoughts and images to reduce their anxiety. Though OCD is a common anxiety disorder, it […]