Category: Psychology homework help

To prepare for this Discussion:
Review the course document, “Treatment Outcome Models,” found in the introduction area of this week’s discussion, and think about how each model is used to determine the success of treatment approaches.
Review Chapter 17, “Drug Courts,” in the course text Handbook of Forensic Mental Health with Victims and Offenders: Assessment, Treatment, and Research. Reflect on the different approaches for treating drug offenders in forensic populations.
Review the article “Predictors of Retention in an Alternative-to-Prison Substance Abuse Treatment Program” in this week’s Learning Resources. Focus on alternative treatment approaches for drug offenders.
Select a treatment approach for drug offenders that is of particular interest to you.
Conduct an academic search in the Walden Library and select at least one scholarly article from a peer-reviewed journal that discusses the treatment approach you selected. This treatment approach should demonstrate efficacy in treating drug-offending forensic populations.
Reflect on the treatment outcome models that were introduced in Week 4. Think about how the treatment approach in the research article you selected might be evaluated by using these treatment outcome models.
Select one treatment outcome model that you think would be the most effective for measuring the success of your selected treatment approach.
With these thoughts in mind:
Post by Day 3 a brief synopsis of the research article you selected. Include the type of drug abused and the treatment approach used. Then explain which treatment outcome model you would use to measure the success of the treatment approach and why. Be specific.
Be sure to support your postings and responses with specific references to the Learning Resources.

To prepare:
Review Chapter 5, of the course text, and the other Learning Resources this week. Consider your current understanding of criminal behavioral profiling.
Review the Understanding Executive Dysfunction media, and then consider what constitutes executive dysfunction and what types of behavior to look out for when profiling.
Review the “Fire Setting: A Case Study” interactive media program, and then use this case study to complete the Discussion.
Post responses to the following, based on the “Fire Setting: A Case Study” interactive media program:
Select two of the following factors, and then explain how each may have played a role in the crime committed:

Executive Dysfunction History
Extensive Early Childhood Trauma History
Dysregulated Attachment Patterns
Co-Occurring Substance Abuse Issues
Family Instability

Note: Your posts should be substantial (350 words minimum), supported with scholarly evidence from your research and/or the Learning Resources, and properly cited using APA style. Personal anecdotes are acceptable as part of a meaningful post but cannot stand alone as the entire post.

for the intro topic interested in learning is :
techniques to improve the short-term and long-term memory processes.
for the course content 
knowledge on topic 4 :
differentiate between consciousness and attention

Respond to at least two of your colleagues’ posts. For each, select one of this week’s Learning Resources that addresses a topic related to your colleague’s post. Use the Learning Resource as a basis to describe one additional strength or limitation of geographic profiling and mapping, and then explain why you think it is important.
Note: Your responses to colleagues should be substantial (250 words minimum), supported with scholarly evidence from your research and/or the Learning Resources, and properly cited using APA style. Personal anecdotes are acceptable as part of a meaningful response but cannot stand alone as a response. Your responses should enrich the initial post by supporting and/or adding a fresh viewpoint and be constructive, enhancing the learning experience for all students.

This assignment aims to expand what you started with the library assignment (SEE ATTACHMENT AS A GUIDE)
This assignment aims to deepen your understanding of ethical considerations within the field of psychology. By critically engaging with five scholarly articles, you will explore various aspects of ethical dilemmas, principles, and practices in psychological research and professional conduct.
Choose articles that focus on ethical considerations in psychology, including but not limited to research ethics, professional conduct, confidentiality, informed consent, and the impact of ethical choices on study outcomes.
Instructions:
Select five scholarly articles from reputable journals that address ethical considerations in psychology. Ensure a diverse range of topics within ethical considerations such as research, therapy, or cross-cultural aspects.
Annotation Format:
For each article, summarize the main research questions, methodology, and key findings concisely.
Analyze the ethical considerations discussed in the article, including any challenges faced and solutions proposed.
Evaluate the strengths and limitations of the research, and consider how well the article contributes to the broader understanding of ethical issues in psychology.
Integration:
Discuss how each article relates to the overarching theme of ethical considerations in psychology. Identify common themes or divergent perspectives among the articles.
Consider the implications of the research findings on ethical guidelines and practices in the field.
Reflect on the importance of ethical considerations in psychological research and practice. Discuss how the insights gained from these articles may inform your own future work in psychology.
Submission Guidelines:
The annotated bibliography should be typed and double-spaced.
Each annotation should be between 200-250 words.
Ensure your assignment is typed and formatted according to the APA 7th edition guidelines. You can use Purdue Online Writing Lab as a resource to format your submission.

Scenario
Imagine you received the following email from a friend who is a recent graduate and has just started a new job. 
Hi, 
I am reaching out because I know you have been studying psychology of personality, and I could really use your insight for a project I am working on.
We are tackling a problem at work that involves understanding different personality theories, specifically Freud, Erickson, and Jung. I’ll be honest, I am having trouble grasping the theories, and I thought you could help me. 
Could you break down Freud’s, Jung’s, and Erickson’s theories for me? I want to make sure I fully understand their perspectives on personality development so I can contribute to my work project. 
Thanks in advance for your insights, and I am looking forward to hearing from you soon! 
Best, 
Your friend 
Assessment Deliverable
Write an 875- to 1,050-word email reply to your friend that compares the theories of Freud, Erikson, and Jung. Refer to the Social Theories of Personality Matrix that you completed in Week 1 as needed. Include the following in your reply:
Introduction
Start your email with a cordial greeting to your friend.
Acknowledge their request for assistance and express your willingness to help.
Explanation of Freud’s Theory
Briefly explain Sigmund Freud’s theory of personality.
Discuss key concepts, such as the id, ego, superego, and the stages of psychosexual development.
Provide examples to make the key concepts more understandable.
Explanation of Erickson’s Theory
Briefly explain Erik Erikson’s theory of personality.
Discuss key concepts, such as the 8 stages of psychosocial development.
Provide examples to make the key concepts more understandable.
Explanation of Jung’s Theory
Briefly explain Carl Jung’s theory of personality.
Discuss key concepts, such as the personal unconscious, collective unconscious, the anima and animus, the hero, and the self.
Provide examples to make the key concepts more understandable.
Comparison of the Theories
Identify similarities between the 3 theories. Provide 2–3 examples.
Discuss the major differences between the 3 theories, focusing on their approaches to understanding personality development and the role of unconscious processes.
Conclusion
Thank your friend for reaching out and expressing confidence in your ability to help.
Offer further assistance or clarification if needed.
Cite references for any resources you used at the end of your email. If you need help citing references, let your faculty member know; they can provide you with feedback and guidance as needed. 

Post-Freudian theorists expanded psychodynamic and psychosocial personality theories and dissented from Freud’s psychoanalytical theories in important ways. To learn more about this topic and to prepare for this discussion, review the following sections in Theories of Personality: 
Jung’s views pertaining to personality (Ch. 4, pp. 121–122)
Klein’s views of ego and superego (Ch. 5, p. 160) 
Horney’s views of feminine psychology and gender differences (Ch. 6, p. 196)
Fromm’s views of human needs (Ch. 8, pp. 247–250) 
Respond to the following in a minimum of 175 words: 
Of the theorists listed above (Jung, Klein, Horney, and Fromm), which theorist’s views are most like Freud’s? Which theorist’s views differ the most from Freud’s? Explain. 
Which theorist’s views align most with how you think about personality? Explain. 
In general, which theorist’s views do you think represent the most significant shifts from psychodynamic to psychosocial theories of personality?
Support your responses using information from this week’s learning activities.

Respond by Day 7 to at least one of your colleagues’ postings in one or more of the following ways:
Ask a probing question.
Share an insight from having read your colleague’s posting.
Offer and support an opinion.
Validate an idea with your own experience.
Make a suggestion.
Expand on your colleague’s posting.

Scenario
Imagine you received the following email from a friend who is a recent graduate and has just started a new job. 
Hi, 
I am reaching out because I know you have been studying psychology of personality, and I could really use your insight for a project I am working on.
We are tackling a problem at work that involves understanding different personality theories, specifically Freud, Erickson, and Jung. I’ll be honest, I am having trouble grasping the theories, and I thought you could help me. 
Could you break down Freud’s, Jung’s, and Erickson’s theories for me? I want to make sure I fully understand their perspectives on personality development so I can contribute to my work project. 
Thanks in advance for your insights, and I am looking forward to hearing from you soon! 
Best, 
Your friend 
Assessment Deliverable
Write an 875- to 1,050-word email reply to your friend that compares the theories of Freud, Erikson, and Jung. Refer to the Social Theories of Personality Matrix that you completed in Week 1 as needed. Include the following in your reply:
Introduction
Start your email with a cordial greeting to your friend.
Acknowledge their request for assistance and express your willingness to help.
Explanation of Freud’s Theory
Briefly explain Sigmund Freud’s theory of personality.
Discuss key concepts, such as the id, ego, superego, and the stages of psychosexual development.
Provide examples to make the key concepts more understandable.
Explanation of Erickson’s Theory
Briefly explain Erik Erikson’s theory of personality.
Discuss key concepts, such as the 8 stages of psychosocial development.
Provide examples to make the key concepts more understandable.
Explanation of Jung’s Theory
Briefly explain Carl Jung’s theory of personality.
Discuss key concepts, such as the personal unconscious, collective unconscious, the anima and animus, the hero, and the self.
Provide examples to make the key concepts more understandable.
Comparison of the Theories
Identify similarities between the 3 theories. Provide 2–3 examples.
Discuss the major differences between the 3 theories, focusing on their approaches to understanding personality development and the role of unconscious processes.
Conclusion
Thank your friend for reaching out and expressing confidence in your ability to help.
Offer further assistance or clarification if needed.
Cite references for any resources you used at the end of your email. If you need help citing references, let your faculty member know; they can provide you with feedback and guidance as needed. 

Post-Freudian theorists expanded psychodynamic and psychosocial personality theories and dissented from Freud’s psychoanalytical theories in important ways. To learn more about this topic and to prepare for this discussion, review the following sections in Theories of Personality: 
Jung’s views pertaining to personality (Ch. 4, pp. 121–122)
Klein’s views of ego and superego (Ch. 5, p. 160) 
Horney’s views of feminine psychology and gender differences (Ch. 6, p. 196)
Fromm’s views of human needs (Ch. 8, pp. 247–250) 
Respond to the following in a minimum of 175 words: 
Of the theorists listed above (Jung, Klein, Horney, and Fromm), which theorist’s views are most like Freud’s? Which theorist’s views differ the most from Freud’s? Explain. 
Which theorist’s views align most with how you think about personality? Explain. 
In general, which theorist’s views do you think represent the most significant shifts from psychodynamic to psychosocial theories of personality?
Support your responses using information from this week’s learning activities.