The Role of Psychologists in Prescribing Medication. Psychologists play a crucial role in mental health care, providing therapy and counseling to individuals with various psychological issues. However, unlike psychiatrists, psychologists are generally not permitted to prescribe medication. This restriction is rooted in historical, educational, and professional distinctions between the two fields. Understanding these differences is […]
Discussion post: to spank or not to spank If you observed bruises or other forms of injury on a child, how would you determine whether these occurred as the result of an accident or a willful act of harm? This determination often requires careful consideration of the context and circumstances surrounding the injury. Most children […]
The Impact of Psychoanalytic Theory on the History of Psychology Unit 4 Assignment Name: Please respond to each of the following: Identify the video that you selected. Describe the information presented in the video about the theorist. Discuss how the video relates to the textbook information or a peer-reviewed article regarding Freud’s theory and that […]
Early Historical Development of Applied Behavior Analysis In 1913, John B. Watson was the first American psychologist to call himself a “behaviorist.” From 1913 to 1974, a series of events and developments took place that helped to shape and contribute to the current approach to practice in applied behavior analysis. For this discussion, please review […]
Cultural Adaptation and Psychological Perspectives: An Interview Study of a Dominican Immigrant in the United States This paper examines the experiences of a Dominican immigrant in the United States through the lens of cultural psychology. The study aims to explore the psychological, social, and cultural adaptations required when transitioning between collectivist and individualist societies. Through […]
Annotated Bibliography Dameron, M. L., Camp, A., & Friedmann, B. (2020). Multicultural Education and Perceived Multicultural Competency of School Counselors. Journal of Multicultural Counseling and Development, 48(3), 176-190. https://doi.org/10.1002/jmcd.12176 This study, conducted by Dameron, Camp, and Friedmann (2020), examined the relationship between multicultural education and school counselors’ perceived multicultural competency. The researchers hypothesized that there […]
Schizophrenia in “A Beautiful Mind”: A Psychological and Sociocultural Analysis. The film “A Beautiful Mind” portrays the life of John Nash, a brilliant mathematician who struggles with schizophrenia. This paper examines Nash’s symptoms as depicted in the film, explores psychological and sociocultural explanations for his condition, and discusses effective treatment options. The analysis aims to […]
