Showing results by author "Steven Carley"

Theories of Personality speaks in depth of the four major categories of personality theory: psychodynamic, humanistic/existential, dispositional and learning theories. Each theory within these four classifications is attached to a theorist describing in depth the details to his or her theory. These theories of personality are 100 years in the making, and although the theories may conflict one another, each theory binds the four classifications into a single unit of personality theory.

Abnormal Psychology focuses on the origins of abnormal behavior and its evolution into a scientific principle. The theoretical models of mental illness will be discussed along with the components of anxiety disorder, schizophrenia, and eating disorders. Lifespan development can contribute to the interpretation of abnormal behavior. Different concepts will be discussed relating to abnormal psychology including marriage, family, and religion.

Developmental Psychology: Lifespan Development discusses both sides of sensitive social issues from prenatal care to euthanasia and the elderly to the legitimacy of the church. Both sides of the pertinent issues will be discussed providing a more valid reader opinion on the subjects. The book does not attempt to influence the reader pertaining to subjects, yet is influential in its manner of providing a choice of which debate is right or wrong

Alfred Adler was not a man driven mad by ambition, nor was he a terrorist. Individual psychology, a construction of Alfred Adler, rests heavily on the notion of social interest presenting an optimistic view of the individual. It is differences such as the optimistic outlook of the individual of Adler that create a tenuous relationship between Adler and Freud.

Male Enhancement: How to Increasing Size and Endurance opens by explaining the nature of sexual dysfunction. The reasons can be social, biological, or psychological, yet in any case in there are solutions to alleviate the stressors causing sexual dysfunction. There are methods and strategies to increase penis size and sexual endurance. This book explores the various methods of solving sexual dysfunction, and provides advice based on the testimony of doctors, the FDA, and other certified professionals.

Environmental Psychology consisting of different approaches requires research just as any other form of psychology. The stress of the environment can possess of a profound effect on behavior. This may result from violations of privacy, personal space, or territory. The world surrounding us and the structures thereof affect how we act and react to the environment. It may be the sustainable development of today can help to assure a better future for tomorrow's generation. Learn just how environmental psychology differs from its other forms.

It seems as if most of behavioral science students and researchers seem to be partial to general psychology. Most of us possess of a psychology background making understanding of the study of behavior and mind simpler. Still, evil satanic three headed dog warriors seem to drive psychology into our brains in the application of the complex task of gaining expertise within the domain. The results are rather messy.

This audiobook dissects the American Psychological Association (APA) Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct and provides a discussion of the principles of ethics from various avenues.

Algebra, Trigonometry, and Statistics helps in explaining different theorems and formulas within the three branches of mathematics. Use this guide in helping one better understand the properties and rules within algebra, trigonometry, and statistics.

"Leadership" in the workplace is a process in which a potential manager possesses the ability to become an experienced leader. This process occurs through organizational commitment and the leader-member exchange (LMX). Those who fail at communicating interest within the LMX may find leadership can arise elsewhere. The transformational leader develops through the process of the LMX. Learn how LMX can improve and sustain work performance.

Relationships speaks of communication techniques in improving relationships as well as the strategies in strengthening a relationship. Different theories on love and relationships will meet discussion as well as attraction and the effects of cohabitation prior to marriage. Saving a relationship is a two-way street and methods of doing so occur within this audiobook to improve communication within the relationship.

Overview of Psychology considers the influence of diversity on psychological concepts. Diversity may be present within the different divisions of psychology as well within its underlying principles. Theories and theorists can assist in assessment and diagnosis of mental illness, see just how. See how ethics is used within psychology as well as differentiate altruism from other phenomena. This advanced overview of psychology will provide one with perhaps a new perspective on the broader field.

Nutrition documents various nutritional information while providing insight into the nature of hunger and satiety. Learn the nutritional needs and how they vary by age and gender. Nutrition speaks of the effects of obesity and how digestion can be a state of mind.

I have written about them all from Lashley to Hebb and Freud to Hull. You name a theorist and chances are I have written in depth in detail about their theory. Now it's my turn to share my theoretical intellections which are creatively and uniquely my own. This collection of theories and terminologies includes twenty-seven new terms.

This issue is not a new one yet hear it again from the perspectives of 14 different individuals adding their unique take to the issue. Whether you agree or disagree with one of the 14 individual perspectives chances are you will obtain even more knowledge on this issue regarding lifespan development.

One may view industrial/organizational psychology as the merger of industry, organization, and its relation to psychology. Industrial relates to industry, referencing, “the economic activity concerned with the processing of raw materials and manufacture of goods in factories.” The organization is “an organized body of people with a particular purpose, especially a business, society, or association.” Psychology represents the scientific study of behavior and mind. Industrial/organizational psychology is the merger of these three entities into a single scientific discipline.

The Human Brain describes the various parts of the brain discussing the respective roles of both structuralism and functionalism. The inherent differences of the male and female brain will meet discussion answering whether or not these structural differences play any role in functioning capacity. The importance of neurons and neurotransmitters will also be discussed within The Human Brain.

"Case Studies" documents personal tragedies over the course of the 20th century often pertaining to uncontrollable health ailments. At other times these tragedies may or may not be at the hands of another. In either case making the transition from healthy to unhealthy can be a difficult endeavor. This can take the form of physical damage to the brain structure, autism, Parkinson's disease, spinal injury, multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer's disease, or brain death. Read about these individuals' personal tragedies and how they would learn to cope in dealing with these health concerns in his or her life.

Clinical Psychology discusses the evolving nature of the history of psychology while demonstrating the use of research and statistics. Obsessive compulsive disorder is discussed in detail along with the case of music icon Elvis Presley. Managed health care is the backbone to the clinical health care system. The family structure can be to blame for mental illness as treatment of just an individual may not be as successful as meeting and treating a family as a single cohesive unit.

Workplace Violence in Law Enforcement discusses the profession of law enforcement from a statistical viewpoint in terms of violent occurrences. These violent occurrences are not always fatal, yet law enforcement more than any other profession has the highest risk of a demonstration of fatal or non-fatal violence. In depicting this violence, the case of Carl Burtion and James Irby is a center of focus.