One task-oriented group that I belonged to was a group of undergraduate students working on a class project in a business course. The group consisted of five members and our task was to develop a business plan for a hypothetical startup company. Several factors affected the potential productivity of the group. One factor was the lack of clear roles and responsibilities among group members. This […]

A personalised plan for a person who is living with dementia may contain a number of key phrases and keywords. According to Cahill (2019), these phrases and keywords may be broken down further into subcategories. ” Cognitive impairment” is the word used to describe a decline in cognitive function, which can affect a person’s memory, ability to solve problems, and ability to make decisions. It […]

There is ongoing debate and concern about the possible over-prescription of psychotropic medications, such as those used to treat ADHD and depression. According to a review published in the Journal of Clinical Psychiatry in 2018, “Psychotropic medications are among the most commonly prescribed drugs in the United States and many other countries, and their use has increased significantly over the past two decades. However, concerns […]

Hegemonic masculinity is a concept that refers to the dominant form of masculinity that is favored by a given society. This form of masculinity is typically associated with qualities such as strength, aggression, and dominance, and it is often used as a standard against which other forms of masculinity are judged. Research has shown that hegemonic masculinity can be harmful in a number of ways. […]

As a Utilitarian, the moral action in this situation would be to tell the truth about the deductions. This is because the greatest amount of overall happiness, or utility, would be achieved by being honest (Klenk, 2022). Lying to the IRS agent would likely lead to negative consequences for both you and your spouse, such as fines, legal penalties, and possibly even imprisonment. These negative […]

Misinformation and imagination effects on memory refer to the ways in which our memories can be influenced or distorted by outside information or our own thoughts and imaginations. This can lead to the formation of false memories, which are memories that feel real but are not based in reality. One way that misinformation can affect memory is through the process of “memory conformity,” in which […]

According to the Focus on Ethics on page 580, “companies have an ethical responsibility to provide a healthy and safe work environment for their employees.” This includes addressing issues such as stress, which can have negative impacts on both physical and mental health. However, it is important to note that while companies may have a role in contributing to or addressing stress in the workplace, […]

Sport has the ability to empower people of all ages and abilities by providing a sense of belonging, accomplishment, and self-esteem. According to a 2018 article published in the Journal of Physical Activity and Health, participation in physical activity, including sport, has been linked to improved mental health, increased self-esteem and body image, and increased feelings of social connectedness and community involvement (Gao, et al., […]

Strategic leadership refers to the ability of leaders to think and act strategically in order to achieve their organization’s goals. This involves setting a clear vision for the future, aligning resources and efforts towards that vision, and continuously adapting and innovating in response to a constantly changing environment (Chen et al., 2018). One journal article that discusses strategic leadership is “Innovation and Strategy Development for […]

In this investigation, the type of mental health problem acts as the study’s independent variable (schizophrenia, eating disorders, depression, and PTSD). The patient’s level of mental impairment will serve as the dependent variable, and it will be evaluated using a combination of clinical tests and their progress in rehabilitation activities. The research design used here is called a between-subjects design, and the independent variable has […]

If Greg were a more effective manager, he might have focused more on setting clear goals and expectations, communicating effectively with his team, and providing consistent feedback and support. He might also have made an effort to understand and address the needs and concerns of his employees, and to foster a positive and inclusive work culture. To coach Greg and help him develop as a […]

One issue that needs to be addressed in society regarding identity is the role of peer groups in shaping an individual’s sense of self (Gold, 2020). According to the article “The Effect of Peer Groups on Gender Identity and Expression,” peer groups can have a significant influence on an individual’s gender expression and identity. This can be particularly true for adolescents, who may be more […]

As a reseacher one can select multiple baselines design for a hypothetical research study on self-injurious behavior. This design is used to determine the effectiveness of an intervention by comparing the changes in the targeted behavior across multiple individuals, behaviors, or settings before and after the intervention is introduced (Kazdin, 2018). To implement this design in my study, I would first select several individuals who […]

Give an example of a situation where an antecedent stimulus might come to function as both a conditioned stimulus (Pavlovian Conditioning) as well as a discriminative stimulus (operant conditioning). Make sure to identify the elicited, Pavlovian response in your example. Make sure to identify the emitted, operant response in your example. When an antecedent stimulus is linked to several different consequences, it can serve as […]

Summarize this article with relevant information. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.psychres.2020.113088 Impact of comorbid obsessive-compulsive disorder on suicidality in patients with bipolar disorde According to a study published in the journal Psychiatry Research in 2020, comorbid obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) may have a significant impact on suicidality in patients with bipolar disorder. The study included 136 patients with bipolar disorder, including 44 with comorbid OCD, and found that those with […]

Briefly describe Sybil’s early relationships with significant others and discuss/analyze how this interaction met (and failed to meet) her basic need for safety and significance. b. Sybil had several central and peripheral alter personalities in her multiple personality complex. Discuss the structure and roles of her major “alter” personalities and discuss how some of the concepts developed in this course can make sense of what […]

Write a post that reflects on any facts that you found interesting, exciting, surprised, confusing, etc. that relate to the chapter, the class discussion, or videos on Prenatal Development. Don’t forget to comment on one of your classmate’s post One fact that I found particularly interesting in the chapter on prenatal development was the role of epigenetics in determining fetal development. Epigenetics refers to changes […]

Which of the drugs listed below is known to have significant, adverse drug-drug interactions: St. John’s Wort – Omega 3 fatty acids – SAM-e or Folic Acid St. John’s wort is known to have significant drug-drug interactions with a wide range of medications. According to a review published in the Journal of Clinical Psychopharmacology in 2018, St. John’s wort has been shown to interact with […]

explain why european settlement has on impact on the engagement of Aboriginal and Torres Strait islander people in community European settlement in Australia has had a significant impact on the engagement of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in community. One major factor has been the loss of land and cultural practices as a result of colonization. This has led to a disconnection from traditional […]

Describe and discuss at least one ethical dilemma for the social worker that may occur while working with the population studied this term in the context of either the community, organization or group setting and One ethical dilemma that a social worker may encounter while working with a particular population is the issue of confidentiality. Social workers have a professional obligation to maintain the confidentiality […]