Essays and Research Papers on Psychology Theories

This 3 page paper looks at each theory separately and points to similarities and differences. Then, authors who embrace both concepts and evaluate them together are discussed. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This is a 4 page paper discussing different personality theories in regards to personality change. Personality theories range in their discussions regarding nature (psychobiological and trait theories by Eysenck, Allport and Cattell) and nurture (social and psychodynamic theories by Skinner, Bandura and Freud) to those which are based on simple concepts of human existence and ...

A six page paper which considers some of the similarities and differences between the western perspective on personality theory and the eastern. The paper focuses particularly on Jungian and gestalt theories as compared to Buddhism. Bibliography lists 5 sources

This 8 page report discusses Sigmund Freud (1856-1939) and his theories related to how human personality develops and what shapes it. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 6 page paper discusses the pros and cons of Christian Counseling. Basic services offered, sponsorship and ethics questions answsered. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 4 page paper which examines what influence psychoanalytical theory had on the representation of the body in 20th century art. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 5 page paper addresses two techniques in psychoanalysis. The writer begins by presenting a dream scenario as presented by a client and how the clinician might react and interpret the components of the dream. The second scenario is a free association session with the client's comments and how the clinician may break down the ...

A 5 page analysis of the many factors which can influence personality and the degree to which personality either stays stable or varies over time. While there is undoubtedly a connection between genetics and personality, a far more important determinant is culture and the manner and degree to which an individual interacts with others. ...

This 7 page report discusses the 1997 movie, A Thousand Acres, that many critics referred to it as “King Lear in Iowa.” Instead of a typical film review, it is analyzed in terms of general systems theory concepts, Bowen’s Family Systems Theory, Life Cycle Theory, and Object Relations/Psychoanalytic Theory. Examples from the movie are used to highlight ...

An 8 page overview of the life and contributions of this noted, yet largely forgotten, psychoanalyst. The early history of Erikson’s life is detailed as is his theories in human development. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This 8 page paper evaluates theories of Sigmund Freud. Much is discussed in respect to dreams. The id, ego and super ego are defined. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 5 page report discusses British novelist Minette Walters' 1994 book, The Scold's Bridle, and whether it provides a useful example of the theories of Sigmund Freud. The report suggests that Freud's theories are particularly applicable in Walters' story. Bibliography lists only the primary source.

A paper which looks at the development and use of EMDR therapy, and at the studies which have been carried out on patients with post traumatic stress disorder. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines what Freud’s analysis would be of Edgar Allen Poe’s stories “The Black Cat” and “The Murders in the Rue Morgue” as they relate to Poe’s attitudes and beliefs towards women. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 5 page paper. The catalyst for this essay is a statement from A. Williams: "Trainees in the supervisory process sometimes are required to face their innermost and mysterious self." The question is how this statement reflects effective supervision. The writer discusses the statement in terms of knowing oneself and calls upon Freud's own self-analysis, ...

A 3 page research paper that examines what Freud, Socrates and Plato thought concerning the connection between reason and "what is good," that is the nature of good and evil. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 8-page paper is a summary on Love's Hidden Symmetry by Bert Hellinger. The essay discusses Hellinger's theories, than compares those theories with the collective unconscious theory, as introduced by Carl Jung. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 4 page paper examines neurosis according to Freud, as well as his concept of psychoanalysis. Furthermore, this paper explores the difference between neurosis and psychosis. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 5 page paper examines the Code of Ethics changes made to the American Psychological Association in 2002 and what ramifications these changes have on the Australian Psychological Society. Furthermore, their implications on the ethical guidelines of the Australian Psychological Society are also examined. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A paper which looks at the Freudian concepts of id, ego and superego with reference to psychodynamics and the construction of ego defences. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 15 page paper compares Freudian analysis to Short-Term Dynamic Therapy. The two methods are explored in detail. The methods are discussed in general and compared and contrasted. Freudian therapy is defended as still viable but other methods are considered useful as well. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

This 10-page paper focuses on B.F. Skinner, the basic concepts of behavior modification and stimulus-response theory, and how this theory can be used for various phases of childhood development. Also discussed are Skinner's theories with "atypical" children, such as children with autism. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 3 page paper examines Freud's theories of oral fixation as well as his views on psychoanalysis to determine why he was pessimistic about the benefits of psychoanalysis in treating the alcoholic. This paper also reveals differences in social norms that contributed to this viewpoint. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 3 page overview of the hypnotic process. The author suggests this process can be applied to the task of relaxation. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 3-page paper uses Skinner's theories of S-R behavior and operant behavior to discuss why people develop a certain preference for food. Bibliography lists 4 sources.