Entries by Whiteread Jody

Challenges to Cross-Cultural Research

Discussion 1: Challenges to Cross-Cultural Research Challenges to cross-cultural research are ample and significant. Pragmatic issues may preclude long term immersion in the culture due to financial issues or lack of sufficient time. Additionally, translation issues may make it difficult to achieve a one–to-one correspondence on questionnaire items used in multiple cultures and languages. Additionally, […]

Standardized way of comparing ability

Instructions Image by GraphicMama-team from Pixabay Unit 2 Assignment I.Q. (intelligence quotient): In general, it is an assessment of your ability to think and reason. An IQ score is a standardized way of comparing this ability with the majority of people the same age as you. A score of 100 means that compared to these people in your […]

Concepts of seeking restructure client

presentation in which you address the following for your colleagues. Integrate theory from the literature throughout your presentation. Offer brief descriptions of the context and theorists associated with the collaborative model. Describe the therapeutic relationship, including the fact that a collaborative therapist has a philosophical stance. Explain the concepts of shifting the meanings and beliefs […]

Statements from different psychological scales

Instructions Below are statements coming from different psychological scales constructed by different authors; what the scales are measuring nor the number of scales that are represented by these items are identified. Since the psychological variables measured by the items are fairly easily identifiable, create a table in which you will group those items that represent […]

Subtle acts of discrimination

The eye-of-the-storm technique is an experiential, teaching technique heralded by Jane Elliot, and used to enlighten youngsters on the impact of overt racism and discrimination. Micro-assaults are covert or subtle acts of discrimination that plague minority, dis-empowered or disenfranchised groups in our contemporary world. Watch the following video on the Eye of the Storm technique. […]

Abnormal versus Normal behavior

The human condition is influenced biologically, psychologically, and socially.  Which multidimensional influence do you believe most impacts human functioning?  How can understanding these influences positively impact the social worker’s decision-making? In response to your peers, engage openly and respectfully comment on their perspective.   Unit 1.2 Discussion: Abnormal” versus “Normal” behavior   How do ideas […]

Different Methods in Cross-Cultural Research

Discussion 2: Advantages and Disadvantages of Different Methods in Cross-Cultural Research In cross-cultural psychology research, a broad range of techniques is utilized to determine the best way to access critical data. Each technique has its advantages and disadvantages. For example, laboratory experiments may offer great control and ability to examine issues of cause and effect, […]

Measurement terms in Statistics

Statistics can be a foreign topic to many people and/or cause anxiety. This checklist may help you succeed. Schedule 20-25 hours a week for studying and completing assignments Review the specific terms for each topic on the Statistics Visual Learner website Read the assigned chapters from the textbook and complete the Progress Checks as you […]

Descriptive Statistics Project

PSY-520 Graduate Statistics Topic 1 – Descriptive Statistics Project   Directions: Use the following information to complete the questions below. A researcher was interested in the anxiety present in students just prior to the midterm exam. The researcher used an anxiety self-quiz to gauge the student’s anxiety. The scores for 30 students are given here. 69 […]

Biological impact of selected behavior

Describe at least two theories that help to explain what causes addiction. Describe the neurological and biological impact of the selected behavior and the importance of the gene-environment interaction model. What social and cultural issues impact the legal and social consequences of this behavior? How might the consequences differ depending on the client’s age, race […]