Question #1 (10 pts.) The notion of the “family” structure is one critical area to become aware of when working with African American clients. As Sue et al. (2019, pg.304) note, “…45% of African American households are headed by married couples……African Americans have the highest birth rate among nonmarried women, at 69.8%. African American children […]
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How valid is a valid measure? Based on your trust and alcoholism article searches, do you feel your methods of measurement are the “most valid” measurement of this concept? Explain.
How would you define alcoholism? Write a brief definition. Based on this conceptualization, describe a specific method of measurement that would be valid for a study of alcoholism (as you define it). Cite a research article that has also used this method of measurement. How would you define trust? Write a brief definition. Based on this conceptualization, describe […]
Discuss With reference to statistical analysis and scientific research, what is meant by the expression “statistically significant”, and how can such information be used for effective decision-making?
With reference to statistical analysis and scientific research, what is meant by the expression “statistically significant”, and how can such information be used for effective decision-making?
Discuss At what age-range do we see the most dramatic changes occurring?
Directions: This assignment will require you to type directly in this worksheet. For Part I, you will describe 3-4 key physical changes that generally take place within each system during that particular age range. 75 word per box should suffice, and bullet points are preferred over long sentences. An example is included in RED. Note- […]
Based on the unit resources, do you believe that ADHD is merely a behavioral disorder, or do you believe there is an underlying neurological component? Do you believe medication should be prescribed for children with ADHD? If you were charged with developing an intervention (treatment/behavioral) plan for a child with ADHD, what components would you include in your plan?
Unit 8 Reminder: For this forum, you only need to make the main post by Wednesday at 11:59 PM. Please answer Part A and Part B. Reply posts are not required for this forum. Part A Based on the unit resources, do you believe that ADHD is merely a behavioral disorder, or do you believe […]
Describe the importance of the developmental outcome Describe the prevalence of the psychological or environmental factor(s). How likely are these factors to stay stable or to change across development?
Below is a number of suggestions how to do this paper. Optional Paper/Video for general section. One optional paper (or if you prefer a video presentation) that reviews AND critiques, one or more journal article(s) in developmental research are offered as an option during the course of the semester. These review papers will involve an […]
Discuss Do you think that conscience is the best guide or indicator of moral truth? Share a time when you’ve interacted with someone who seemed to lack a sense of moral sense or conscience. What was your reaction to this person? How should we respond to people who seem to lack morals and hurt others?
Discussion Prompts Select one of the three prompts below to respond to in your initial post this week. You are encouraged to respond to peers that explored prompts that you did not. Prompt #1 Has there ever been a time when you (or someone you know) let your conscience be your guide only to end […]
Identify something you learned in this class that has had the greatest impact on you and your understanding of sex and gender.
Collaboration is an important practice, both in your academic and professional career. Anthropologists often collaborate with their colleagues, during research studies, at conferences, etc. This collaboration can lead to substantial anthropological advances and serves as an excellent professional development tool. Throughout this course, you will collaborate with your classmates, as you would with colleagues in […]
Discuss How is the thought process or the unconscious accessed? The unconscious is assessed through. Think about assessment as “How are changes measured in this theory?”
THEORY OF PSYCHOPATHOLOGY (WHAT GOES WRONG) : How do disorders develop? THEORY OF BALANCED HEALTH (WHAT GOES RIGHT) : How are disorders avoided or resolved? ASSESSMENT METHOD : How is the thought process or the unconscious accessed? The unconscious is assessed through. Think about assessment as “How are changes measured in this theory?” * free […]
Discuss How can we make any psychological claims or discoveries without talking about the mind? Is the stance taken by behaviourism especially radical or are there some really plausible facets or kinds of behaviourism?
Behaviourism Qs1: What is Behaviourism? What the major claims of Behaviourism? What are the three major types of Behaviourism?( Answer Qs 1 with a one page response critically explaining your points with evidence and examples please with reference to the articles, all points made should be evidence based and show that you have a deep […]
