In this assignment, you will explore the dynamics of the small-group theory

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In this assignment, you will explore the dynamics of the small-group theory. You will learn the competing views of the small-group theory, understand the similarities and differences within the small-group theory, and identify these differences and similarities in your own group interactions.

Tasks:

Using the Argosy University online library resources and the Internet, read more about group dynamics and the small-group theory. Based on your research, in a minimum of 400 words, respond to the following points:

  • Compare and contrast the competing views of the small-group theory and provide the most relevant information based on your research.
  • Analyze how your current research on the small-group theory supports a past group experience of your own, especially in the area of human services, voluntary service, or otherwise.

Submission Details:

  • By Saturday, November 28, 2015, post your responses to this Discussion Area.
 

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Imagine that you are forming a small professional group to discuss how the statistics and research

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Imagine that you are forming a small professional group to discuss how the statistics and research of a human services organization can be improved. You would also need to present the group with some tips and tools on positive communication techniques to enhance the success of the group’s communication.

In this assignment, you will create a code of conduct or a set of guidelines regarding how a group should interact during meetings. You will also analyze the issues that might arise when people meet in a group and explain how these issues can be addressed by making preventative efforts.

Tasks:

Create a 2- to 3-page paper by responding to the following points:

  • Describe the way in which you will set up a small professional group. Create a code of conduct or a set of guidelines regarding how the group should interact in both face-to-face communication and technology-mediated meetings.
  • Provide at least 6–10 positive communication techniques that would enable the group to address communication issues, if they occur, during the meeting.
  • Review the group development stages (forming, storming, norming, and performing) and analyze the stage in which your group currently is; describe the specific technique to be used based on the stage in which the group is.

Note: Your paper should rely upon at least 2 sources from additional professional literature; the sources must be cited in APA format. The literature may include relevant textbooks, peer-reviewed journal articles, and websites created by professional organizations, agencies, or institutions (.edu, .org, or .gov).

 

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Developmental psychology seeks to address various aspects of human development,

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Developmental psychology seeks to address various aspects of human development, including physical, cognitive, social, moral, and personality development.

 

Write a 1,050- to 1,400-word paper discussing the influences on physical and cognitive development.

 

Select one of the following stages of development as the focus of your paper.

 

  • Infancy: from birth to 1 year
  • Early childhood: from 1-6 years
  • Middle childhood: from 6-12 years
  • Adolescence: from 12-18 years
  • Early adulthood: from 18-40 years
  • Middle adulthood: from 40-60 years
  • Late adulthood: from 60+ years

 

Address the following in relation to the selected stage:

 

  • What factors affect physical development? Consider hereditary and environmental influences. Provide examples.
  • What factors affect cognitive development? Consider hereditary and environmental influences. Provide examples.
  • What factors affect social, moral, and personality development? Describe the factors by explaining at least two theoretical perspectives associated with social, moral, and personality development.

 

Include at least two peer-reviewed sources.

 

Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines

 

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Assignment 1: Assault in the City: Testimony

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Assignment 1: Assault in the City: Testimony

Click here to study a vignette.  It is also Attached if you cant open

 

Tasks:

 

Assist Dr. Johnson by helping her to prepare for testimony on the basis of the vignette.

Address the following points in the testimony:

 

  • Dr. Johnson needs to be conversant in the literature detailing the reactions of victims to sexual assault, including psychological and behavioral reactions.
  • Dr. Johnson also needs to be prepared to present evidence on how many women did not report sexual assault and the various reasons they fail to contact the police.
  • She also needs to discuss with the prosecutor the pros and cons of asking these women to appear on the witness stand and testify.
  • All of her testimony must be supported by the empirical literature.
  • 2 pages APA

Follow APA guidelines for citing sources.

 

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      Analyze 3 scenarios (based on actual events) and identify developmental characteristics 

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Analysis and Application Paper Instructions

 

To successfully complete this assignment, you will:

·       Analyze 3 scenarios (based on actual events) and identify developmental characteristics of a child aged 2–6 that are evident in the behavior of the children described.

·       Apply knowledge from the field of developmental psychology to provide a basis for the legal system’s determination that children should not be held responsible for crimes committed.

·       Present this information in a professional manner, implementing current APA guidelines for style and formatting.

 

Scenario One:

One day at school in a small town in Michigan, two children had a disagreement on the playground. This was not an unusual occurrence as anyone who has spent time with six-year olds can attest. However, the next day a terrible tragedy resulted. While the teacher led the class through the hall to the computer lab, one of the children pulled a loaded pistol from his backpack, pointed it at his classmate shouting, “I don’t like you,” and then shot her. She died soon after at the hospital.

 

Scenario Two:

Six-year-old Michael and Bill* lived in the hills of Kentucky. One day, Michael found some scrap metal that he hoped to sell for a few cents. When Bill (who was older) slapped Michael and took the metal for himself, Michael ran home, took his father’s shotgun down from the wall, then went outside and shot his playmate dead. *Not their real names.

 

Scenario Three:

In a hot, overcrowded apartment in Kansas City, a sixteen-year old girl fell asleep while baby-sitting several young children. She did not awaken when an 18-month old boy in her charge began to cry. When a six-year old girl grew tired of listening to him, she took the younger child to the bathtub, and held him under water until he died.

 

Each of these stories represents a tragic and senseless loss of life. While an adult in any of these circumstances would certainly have been charged with first-degree murder, none of the children described were punished because standards within our legal system indicate that young children cannot be held responsible for crimes such as these.

 

For this assignment, imagine that you are a developmental psychologist asked to defend this policy. Your arguments must describe developmental characteristics found in children at this age. You will apply concepts and theories used in developmental psychology to explain why our legal system is justified in ruling that young children are not responsible for criminal actions. Use only information provided in this document and in our textbook. Do not make assumptions about home life, parenting, environment, etc.

 

Content Requirements:

Your paper must include 3 main sections (in addition to your introduction and conclusion):

·       First, describe a biological argument for this policy. What physical or biological characteristics do we find in a child under six years of age that would excuse them from responsibility for their actions? (Focus on development within the brain, not myelination or motor skills).

·       Second, describe a cognitive argument for this policy. What is it about the way a child processes information during this stage of life that would lead us to believe that they are not capable of understanding the consequences of their actions (focus on the work of Piaget).

·       Third, provide an argument for this policy based on the child’s emotional and/or social development. What characteristics do we find in a child of this age in terms of emotional and moral development?

·       In your conclusion identify which of the 3 factors provides the most compelling argument for this legal standard.

 

Research and Formatting Requirements:

·       Proper APA formatting is required for this assignment. Current APA resources have been made available for you and can be found in the Addition Information folder.

·       Using only your textbook as a resource, include concepts to support your arguments. Identify any information used with in-text citations.

·       Your paper must include 900–1,200 words.

·       You are a professional in training. Remember to check spelling, punctuation, and grammar before submitting your paper. Click here for tips on writing at the college level.

 

DO NOT include the following in your paper:

·       Legal definitions of criminal intent or culpability.

·       Environmental factors related to parenting, neglect, socio-economic status, or role-models.

·       Spiritual interventions that might have prevented these tragedies.

 

A Word about Plagiarism:

Plagiarism is serious academic offense with serious consequences. Listed below are some common errors that could lead to problems with plagiarism:

1.     Copying words or phrases and using them in your paper without identifying the source. Note that if you choose to include copied words or phrases, points will be deducted as direct quotes are not allowed in this paper. However, if you choose to include copied text (a direct quote) you must include these 3 things: 1) quotation marks, 2) in-text citation, and 3) a corresponding reference.

2.     Improper paraphrasing. Sometimes, students mistakenly believe that by copying text and then substituting words or changing the order of words is the proper way to paraphrase. This is not correct. To paraphrase, you must rewrite the text entirely in your own words.

 

3.     “Recycling” a paper. Obviously, you are not allowed to use another person’s paper to write your own. Even if you use it as a guide but modify the text, it is still cheating. In addition, you may not re-submit work which retains essential elements of an assignment used for another course. Your work must be 100% original in this term.

 

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Your text shares many negative effects of technology and the media’s influence on children

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Your text shares many negative effects of technology and the media’s influence on children. Regardless, technology is increasing rapidly and is only becoming a larger portion of our children’s lives. After reading “Mass Media, Television, and Children’s Socialization,” choose an age level (toddler, preschool, or elementary age) upon which to focus in this discussion. Then, list three positive examples of how technology has enhanced socialization for children in that age group. Give two additional examples of how parents/educators can use technology to further enhance a child’s socialization.

 

Your initial post should be at least 250 words in length.

Link- http://digitalcommons.auctr.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1001&context=comsocchg

 

 

#2

Choose one of the three nonparental care choices: nannies, center-based, or family-based care. Imagine that you are trying to sell your chosen method of care to a prospective client who is a parent of a toddler. Share the advantages of your childcare setting so that the parent chooses your method to care for their child. Address the following in your post: socialization, cost, turnover, and any other points that you believe are necessary to sell your childcare option.

 

Your initial post should be at least 250 words in length.

 

#3

Final Paper

 

Your good friends have just adopted a four-year-old child. At this point, the only socialization decision they have made is that the child is going to preschool. Imagine that you are an expert in your chosen field. Your friends have come to you for advice and to devise a plan to raise their child. They ask you to be frank with them and give them specific examples to support your opinions. They are determined to raise this child to the best of their ability. Since they are new parents, they need advice on everything!

 

The Final Paper should include the following:

 

1.Summarize Bronfenbrenner’s ecological model and describe why it is important for them to be aware of this theory.

2.Suggest and explain a parenting style/philosophy (authoritarian, authoritative, or permissive) that you believe will be most beneficial for the child and the family.

3.Explain which childcare (nanny, center-based, or family-based care) option (before/during/after preschool) you think is best for the child and why. Be sure to include discussion of the social factors that influence the likelihood of the family selecting a particular form of childcare.

4.Share specific suggestions, including at least two to implement safe technology use in the home. Explain how the media can (both positively and negatively) influence the child.

5.Discuss the importance of culture and ethnicity in the development of the self-concept. Share your ideas of ways that the new parents can create opportunities for the child to learn about his or her culture.

6.Describe at least two researched methods to increase the child’s self-esteem and positive attitude.

7.Differentiate between the importance of socialization that occurs in the home and at school. Explain the importance of each venue as a positive haven for the child.

8.Explain the importance of the teacher’s role in the child’s life. Give examples of how the school and the teacher will affect the child’s socialization.

9.Share the importance of positive peer interactions. Give two examples for the parents to implement at home to foster friendships.

10.The conclusion of the Final Paper should include the following:

a.Brief discussion of the student’s future profession and how understanding the nature of families and children in relation to society is important for that profession.

b.Discussion of how the student’s knowledge of the theories of socialization will impact his or her work in the future profession.

c.Discussion of how the student’s understanding of child development will assist him or her in the chosen profession.

The Final Paper:

 

1.Must be seven to nine double-spaced pages in length, not including the title page, and formatted according to APA style

2.Must include a title page with the following:

a.Title of Final Paper

b.Student’s name

c.Course name and number

d.Instructor’s name

e.Date submitted

3.Must be well organized and reflect college-level writing.

4.Must be supported by at least five scholarly sources in addition to the text.

 

 

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You are a forensic psychologist working with Forensic Consultants, Inc

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You are a forensic psychologist working with Forensic Consultants, Inc. An attorney is using your services as a consultant in a case. During a meeting with the attorney, the attorney tells you that the client, while undergoing police interrogation, confessed to murder. When the attorney asked the client, the client reported to being not guilty.

As you conduct a preliminary investigation, draw up a plan on how you will assist your the attorney with this case. The plan should answer the following questions posed by the attorney:

  1. What specific factors about police interrogative tactics do you think will be important to the defense strategy? Discuss interrogation tactics that lead to false confession, specifying at least two examples and explain the reason they are considered coercive. Include information about how this would look in an actual interrogation and how the client experienced this behavior.
  2. Will you look for any specific personality characteristics in the client? What are they and why will they help or hurt your case? Are issues of competency going to come up? Discuss information about what types of people are more at risk with coercive interrogation tactics. Include at least one research study that has demonstrated this risk.
  3. What type of personality assessment instrument will you want to use to either identify or rule out the characteristics listed in question 2? Be specific and support your answer: Identify at least one psychological test that can be used and include information on why it would be useful in determining whether a person was vulnerable.

Based on the client’s response to police interrogation, how should you conduct your interview? Specifically, what should you avoid when attempting to gather accurate information from the client?

Create a presentation to give to the attorney. You will need to explain each of your arguments. You should expect to have 30 minutes to present your arguments. You should include detailed speaker notes to assist in your presentation. Please make sure to have at least 12 slides for review besides a title slide and a References slide. Each slide should be thoroughly referenced and cited based in psychological research, using APA formatting.

 

 

 

 

Assignment 2 Grading Criteria
Maximum Points
Discuss interrogation tactics that lead to false confession, specifying at least 2 examples and explain the reason they are considered coercive. Include information about how this would look in an actual interrogation and how the client experienced this behavior.
52
Discuss information about what types of people are more at risk with coercive interrogation tactics. Include at least one research study that has demonstrated this risk.
48
Describe one type of assessment that could be used to determine if the client fit into these vulnerable populations. Include at least 1 psychological test that can be used and include information on why it would be useful in determining whether a person was vulnerable.
36
Using the information established in the report, draw a conclusion on how the client should be interviewed in order to get the most accurate information.
20
Style (4 points): Tone, audience, and word choice
Organization (12 points): Introduction, transitions, and conclusion
Usage and Mechanics (12 points): Grammar, spelling, and sentence structure
APA Elements (16 points): In text citations and references, paraphrasing, and appropriate use of quotations and other elements of style
44
Total:
200
 

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In this Module we learned about the three types of multiple murders

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In this Module we learned about the three types of multiple murders: Serial, mass or spree  murders. Choose one case of multiple murder (either serial, mass or spree). Research the case online (do not use Wikipedia as anything other than a jumping off point) and write a paper summarizing the case. Present this summary in the form of a 3-5 page paper which will be used as a supplemental reading in a class on criminal behavior.  In the paper:

  • Provide a detailed description of the case and the type of multiple murder it signifies. Use at least three sources beyond your online notes and assigned textbook.
  • Discuss the reasoning for the crime according to the offender (if available) or other sources
  • Analyze the case in light of at least two psychological theories that may explain or add to the understanding of the event or case
  • Draw a conclusion about the psychological causes of this crime.

Remember, this paper will be assigned as required reading for another class, so make sure that you appropriately define all of the psychological terms that you use as if you were writing for someone who does not have any background in the subject.
Please be sure to include a cover page and a reference page. The paper should be appropriately formatted and cited in accordance to APA standards.

 

 

 

 

Chose an appropriate case and identified the type of multiple murder.
5
Described the case thoroughly based on outside resources. There should be at least 3 outside sources.
20
Described the reasoning for the crime. This may be derived directly from the offender account or indirectly through other sources.
20
Described relevant psychological theories that apply to the case.
20
Drew conclusion about the crime in terms of the psychological theories presented.
15
Wrote in a clear, concise, and organized manner; demonstrated ethical scholarship in accurate representation and attribution of sources, displayed accurate spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
20
Total:
 

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Over the years, trait theory has been increasingly used by corporations in hiring and in career counseling

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Over the years, trait theory has been increasingly used by corporations in hiring and in career counseling. Research has shown that certain combinations of personality traits fit well with different career paths. Thus, personality trait tests for specific jobs can be predictive of both success and satisfaction. Understanding your own personality-trait combinations can give you great insight into your own strengths and weaknesses. With this understanding, you can work to grow your strengths and minimize your weaknesses.

In this assignment, you will explore your personality using a personality test and then analyze the results.

Part 1

First, explore your personality preferences by completing Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MTBI). The full version of the test can only be administered by a trained professional; however, there are many online informal versions of the test which you can find on the Internet. You can search for the test using any one of the following keywords:

  • Personality test + Myers-Briggs typology
  • Myers-Briggs test

Record your four-lettered personality type after completion of the test and use the Internet to interpret your personality type.

Part 2

In this part of the assignment, you will write a research paper that analyses your results. Do the following:

  • Mention your four-letter type and the URL of the Web site where you took the test.
  • Discuss whether this type accurately represents what you know about yourself. Examine the four spectrums and explain your answer thoroughly. Substantiate your agreement or disagreement with real-life behavioral examples.
  • Analyze what you consider the strengths and the weaknesses or challenges of this type. List three strengths and three weaknesses and provide a rationale for each.
  • Evaluate why this test could be a valuable tool for an employer.
  • Analyze how a clinician may use this test as a tool for promoting meaningful interventions in treatment.
  • Summarize what you have learned about yourself through this exercise.

Write a 3–4-page paper in Word format. Apply APA standards to citation of sources

 

 

 

Assignment 2 Grading Criteria
Maximum Points
Evaluated if the four-letter type identified by the test was accurate and was justified with real-life behavioral examples.
20
Identified three strengths and three weaknesses of this type and substantiated answers with a rationale for each showing analysis of strengths and weaknesses of this type.
20
Analyzed why this test may be a valuable tool for an employer and a clinician with appropriate justification.
20
Evaluated what you have learned about yourself through this exercise.
20
Wrote in a clear, concise, and organized manner; demonstrated ethical scholarship in accurate representation and attribution of sources; displayed accurate spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
20
Total:
 

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Research-Based Interventions on Stress Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Conduct Disorders, and ADHD Paper

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Research-Based Interventions on Stress Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Conduct Disorders, and ADHD Paper

Select a stress disorder, anxiety disorder, conduct disorder, or ADHD from the Film List.

Use the Research Analysis to complete this assignment.

Prepare a 1,050- to 1,400-word paper that discusses research-based interventions to treat psychopathology.

Review and differentiate the characteristics of the selected disorder and discuss the research about intervention strategies for the disorder by completing the following:

  • Evaluate three peer reviewed research studies using the Research Analysis.
  • Conceptualize the disorder using one of the psychological perspectives listed in the text.
  • Discuss the treatments or interventions that have been shown to be the most effective for your selected disorder. Why?

Cite at least five peer-reviewed sources.

Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.

Click the Assignment Files tab to submit your assignment.

 

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