The Story of Human Development
Monday August 31, 2009
The study of human development is a rich and varied subject. We all have personal experience with development, but it is sometimes difficult to understand exactly how and why people ... Read More
100 Years Ago Today: Freud Arrives in America
Saturday August 29, 2009
"The thought of America does not seem to matter to me, but I am looking forward very much to our journey together." – Sigmund Freud, 1909 Today marks the 100 year ... Read More
What is Reliability?
Friday August 28, 2009
Reliability is an important part of any good psychological test. What is reliability? Simply put, reliability refers to the consistency of a measure. A test is considered ... Read More
What Is Hypnosis?
Wednesday August 26, 2009
What exactly is hypnosis? While definitions can vary, the American Psychological Association (APA) describes hypnosis as a cooperative interaction in which the participants responds to the suggestions of the hypnotist. ... Read More
Developmental Psychology Quiz
Monday August 24, 2009
Developmental psychologists study human growth throughout the lifespan, from conception to death. The scientific study of human development seeks to understand and explain how and why people change throughout life. ... Read More
Parenting Styles - Psychology Definition of the Week
Friday August 21, 2009
Definition: Developmental psychologists have long been interested in how parents impact child development. During the early 1960s, psychologist Diana Baumrind conducted a study on more than 100 preschool-age children. Using ... Read More
Graduate School Options for Psychology Majors
Wednesday August 12, 2009
A bachelor's degree in psychology offers excellent preparation for a wide variety of careers. While many undergraduate psychology majors later choose to study psychology in graduate school, some students opt ... Read More
Struggling With a Psychology Class
Monday August 10, 2009
One Reader Writes: I am taking psychology for the first time in college and I have always thought that it would be a really interesting subject to study. That is ... Read More
Theory - Psychology Definition of the Week
Saturday August 8, 2009
Definition: The term "theory" is used with surprising frequency in everyday language. The term theory is often used in everyday language to mean a guess, hunch, or supposition. A theory ... Read More
Time Management Tips for Psychology Students
Thursday August 6, 2009
Do you ever feel like you're trying to squeeze too much into one day? Are there just not enough hours to accomplish all of the things you need to do? ... Read More
Things to Consider Before Choosing a Graduate School in Psychology
Saturday August 1, 2009
Once you've made the decision to continue your education at the graduate level, selecting the program that is right for your needs and goals can be a daunting task. In ... Read More
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