‘What we need in child protection is for workers to take a ‘lighter touch’ approach, more supportive and less intrusive.’ Discuss and evaluate this proposition. Introduction Where it has been estimated that a child may be at risk then a social worker has a duty of care under the 1989 Children’s Act. Furthermore, he or […]
Ernest Hemningway as a Paradox Essay
This sentence is a lie. Is the statement a lie because it states that it is? Or is the sentence true because it is lying about it being a lie? Is there even a correct interpretation of this sentence? This sentence is a paradox. A paradox is an expression or situation that contradicts itself without […]
Study into the social responsibility of adolescents
As children enter adolescence, they are confronted by a tremendous amount of changes. They undergo not only significant physical and cognitive growth but also encounter new situations, responsibilities, and people as well. At this time, adolescents interact with diverse people and largest social network which constantly require them to be socially competence. Failure to adjust […]
Social Psychology Theories and Prosocial Behaviour
Using social psychology theories, discuss the situational factors that affect the likelihood that people will engage in prosocial behaviour. What is the evidence for these effects, and how might changes in our society affect the likelihood of people acting prosocially? Introduction Societies strive for more social cohesion and better integration of members in the community, […]
School Bullying And Suicide Psychology Essay
Bullying is the act of a person or a group of people being hostile to other people through uttered words, physical contact and physiological torture. Bullying may father include slugging to a personal level where descriptions about ones parents, appearance, hygiene, artier or character are given as well as damage to ones property, calling of […]
Relationship between Aggression and Parenting Styles
5.1 Introduction This chapter includes the summary of the study, the conclusion derived from the study. The implication of the study and the limitations are also discussed in this chapter followed by the future research suggestions. 5.2 Summary The purpose of the study was to the level of aggression, between adolescents with different styles of […]
Moving beyond nature versus nurture in forensic psychology
It is important to understand the role of both biological and environmental factors in criminal behaviour in order to enhance our understanding and guide the development of interventions. This essay will focus on research into the development of antisocial and criminal behaviour in children and adolescents in order to explore the relationship between biology and […]
Maladaptive Behaviour In Substance Abuse Families
An estimated 7.5 crore Indians are drug addicts and the number is going up significantly, spreading to semi-urban and backward areas, according to official figures. Considering the significant prevalence of substance abuse in India, there naturally arises a question as to its effects not only on the immediate user, but on the family as well. […]
Is persons personality based on heredity or environment
Personality is a set of characteristics or traits that reflect in one’s cognitive, affective and behavioural states. Personality may be based on many factors. It may be based on innate or learned experience, or latent or manifest. But, the focus of this essay will be whether a person’s personality is based on the magnitude of […]
Influence of Parenting Styles on Academic Performance
A Critical review: Parental Warmth, Control, and Involvement in Schooling: Predicting Academic Achievement among Korean American Adolescents A model published in the late 1960’s by Baumrind (1968) stipulated that different types of parental style could influence the academic, social and psychological development of their children. The model has been revised over time, and now incorporates […]