Research scientists postulate that we imagine ourselves acting out or mirroring movements that we see. This ability seems to be genetic or hardwired since infants can imitate the movements of others. It is possible that mirroring actions is adaptive and may play a role in learning how to do things, and it may facilitate social … Read more
This week, you will complete a a nnotated b ibliography Choosing what area of biological psychology begins with examining the following areas related to the course competencies. Choose 3 areas from the list below. One thing to remember this is a course on psychology so the r esearch should relate to biological psychology and less … Read more
Instructions Inventory T ests Using resources such as the Internet rcesearch various interest inventory t ests and select one free t est to attempt. After attempting the test, write a r eport that includes the following: questions are on attachment
Instructions Disorders and Treatment Each disorder or injury on the topic list in Week 1 Assignment 3 involves some process of brain damage or chemical alteration. When a person is diagnosed with such a disorder, the focus is to find an effective treatment. The ideal treatment for a disorder or injury would involve a medicine … Read more
Test Developer From all the test developer profiles available on the world wide web (WWW), identify one developer of a values test that interests you. After reading the Test Developer Profile, answer the following: Write a few paragraphs providing advice to future test developers. In the narrative, be sure to include research-based advice and support … Read more
Using r esources such as the Internet r esearch various personality t ests and select one free t est to attempt. After attempting the t est, write a 2 or 3- p age r eport in a Microsoft Word document that includes the following: A brief description of the t est. An explanation of the … Read more
The brain is made up of at least one hundred billion neurons, and these neurons are assisted by a variety of supporting cells. Neurons communicate with each other via electrical or chemical messages; the electricity causes the release of chemicals. The electrical impulses are similar to the electricity that flows throughout your home. In your … Read more
Factors Impacting School Performance Research has consistently shown that the relationship between intelligence and school performance explains only 25 percent of the variance. Hence, success in school must be related to other factors as well. Based on your understanding of the above statement, answer the following questions: What is your informed opinion on this relatively … Read more
Over the past five weeks you have examined several areas of psychology in relation to the areas/fields of psychology that you are most interested in. As you enter the final week of the course and potentially the end of your bachelor program you may think “what have I learned?”, not just for this course but … Read more
Psychological Tests Find a psychological test to review. Use resources such as the Online Library, the Internet, and printed journals and reports to research various psychological tests. Select the psychological testing area that interests you and relates to your choice of future profession. Create a 3- to 4-page r eport in a Microsoft Word document … Read more