Cialdini includes in his discussion of scarcity the power of gain frames and loss frames. Explain the difference between these two types of frames psychologically. How could you use this information to create an appeal to help you break a bad habit or start a healthy habit?
COMPETENCIES ADDRESSED: Focusing on issues of dying and grieving specific to cases of suicide. Describing the practices related to death and dying within various cultures, with particular emphasis upon the United States. Identifying sources of information for use by one’s self, professionals, and the public who are addressing issues of death and dying of … Read more
You will research the name Matthew Logelin and answer ONE of the following questions in a short paragraph What effect do you think Matthew’s actions in dealing with his wife’s death had on Maddy’s perception of her mom dying shortly after giving birth to her? Why?
Discussion Question: Provide arguments for and/or against using relevant research: a. National legislation legitimizing mercy killing. b. National legislation legitimizing the selling of human organs. c. The establishment of national registration of live donors. Note this question is a 3-part question. Please be sure to answer all 3 parts, with three paragraphs basing most of your answers … Read more
Kant’s famous First Formulation of the Categorical Imperative reads, “Act only according to that maxim whereby you can at the same time will that it should become a universal law.” Kant taught morality as a matter of following maxims of living that reflect absolute laws. “Universal” is a term that allows for no exceptions, and … Read more
Play Analysis Required Resources Read/review the following resources for this activity: Textbook: Chapter 8 Play from the Internet, YouTube, DVD, iTunes, Amazon, Netflix, etc. 1 primary source (written version of selected play)
Characteristics of Good Hypotheses After reviewing the readings and resources for this unit, find two journal articles for original research studies in your broad area of interest. Identify the hypothesis that the researchers presented in each article. Summarize the hypotheses (up to three per article) in your discussion board post. Summarize the characteristics of a … Read more
Take some time to think about and explore the relationship between Erikson’s psychosocial theory and parenting skills. Erikson thought a child’s sense of trust was the cornerstone of all future personality development. Thus, the interactions between caregivers and the infant are extremely important. Which aspects of parenting lead to this sense of trust? Parental … Read more
instructions: After studying the module content and suggested resources: Distinguish between the theories of subjectivity and objectivity. Give your opinion on which one you consider most adequate for studying social sciences.
Cemeteries are full of history. Have you ever taken a stroll through a cemetery? If you have, you would see the headstones all tell a story. They may or may not offer us a name, a birthdate, a death date, an inscription, something indicating their career, and even relationships. For instance, during different time periods, … Read more