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    Levels of measurement and examples

    I need help to differentiate between the levels of measurement by providing an example of data that can be transformed from one level of measurement to another and another example of data that cannot be transformed.

    Using ethical principles across psychology sub-fields

    Professionals in psychology work in different sub-fields: substance abuse, applied behavior analysis, administration, research, therapy, and academia, etc. Explain the importance of the principles in the APA and the Ethics Code in making ethical decisions in your specialized area. What is the best way for you to use these princi

    Current Trends: Evidence-Based Practice

    Research at least four articles that address the issue of Evidence-Based Practice (EBP). Compose an informed answer that includes a discussion of why current trends in psychology are leading toward EBP, and counter-opinions that oppose this trend. Include answers to queries relevant to this issue such as why are EBP important, w

    Ethical Issues: Case Studies

    Mary comes to a community mental health center with her support system such as her husband, her children and spouses, grandchildren, and cousins. The receptionist called Mary's name and she begins to frown and she points out her slip is showing. I can't figure out what to say, and she requested that her family members comes into

    Existentialist Approach vs. an Evidence-Based Treatment

    Existential approach has some very attractive and effective techniques, however, some people have referred to this theoretical approach as a philosophy, not a treatment. While an argument can be made relative to epistemology and methodology, it is obvious to me that the existential approach has not been subjected to tests (e.g.,

    Justification in Promoting Marriage in Regards to Mothers

    Please help with the following ethics problem. Provide at least 200 words in the solution. Research demonstrates that pregnant mothers who are married tend to have much lower risk of problems than mothers who are not married. Does this evidence justify the need for society to promote marriage, for the sake of the healthy gr

    The relationship between secure attachment and infancy

    Describe and interpret the relationship between secure attachment and infancy. What correlations do parent-child attachment have with later emotional development in adulthood? What evidence do current research studies provide on this topic of development? A short response in about 100 words.

    Evidence-based practice in psychology

    Would you explain why evidence-based practice is necessary, and who benefits? What are its strengths and weaknesses? How would a pluralistic approach differ?

    Piaget's and Vygotsky's Theories

    (1) Describe educational principals derived from Piaget's and Vygotsky's theories. In your opinion, which would be more applicable in an educational setting and why? (2) Describe the impact of child-rearing styles on child development, note cultural variations in child-rearing beliefs and practices.

    'False memories' research

    I need help with the following: Assess the strengths and limitations of an experimental design and quasi-experimental design. Recommend a quantitative design for 'On False Memories' research. Include a rationale for why that design would be most appropriate. For the designs that you did not choose, state why each one i

    Human Development theories

    Explanation of the contributions and limitations of recently presented theoretical perspectives that influenced human development research.

    Burger (2009): Milgram, research design, validity

    I have the following question about Burger theory, related to the article "Replicating Milgram". Just need short answer and explanation to the questions below about the article attached. Did Burger (2009) use random assignment? And how would you characterize the research design of Burger (2009)? Also, which threats to val

    Ethical Issues in General Psychology

    I need help analyzing the ethical issues related to my area of specialization, General Psychology, with Assessment of Children with behavioral problems. The question posed is: With knowledge comes power. As learners and bearers of knowledge, it is vital to understand that ethical concerns can arise in all areas that you touch

    Social Change, Diversity, and Globalization (Marsella)

    1. Complete an analysis of how social change is or could be addressed in your MS in Psychology specialization area such as, General Psychology. 2. Explain any global and diversity implications or areas of concern in your specialization (General Psychology). Read the Marsella article, paying particular attention to the in

    Capstone Project Questionnaire

    We are having to do example of a psychology Capstone Project. The specific problem or issue I am addressing for the Psychology Capstone Project is the psychological effect of peer tutoring or teamship among students in the classroom. We are supposed to create a time line for the project, but I am having trouble thinking of somet