Reflective Essay Pt 1: Identity, Positionality, and Psychological Science

Weight: 2.5% | Due: Week 1 May 8 | Format: You choose

Purpose

In this assignment, students will explore their personal identities and lived experiences

in relation to psychology, critically examining how their positionality may influence their

understanding of human behavior, research, and psychological practice. Students will

consider how intersections of gender, race, (dis)ability, sexual orientation, language,

citizenship status, socioeconomic status, education, and other identities shape both

their worldview and their approach to psychological knowledge.

The purpose of this assignment is to practice self-reflection and thinking while making

connections between personal positionality and perspectives on psychological

science. This foundational exercise will prepare students to critically engage with

issues of representation, bias, and diversity throughout the course.

THERE IS NO WRONG WAY TO COMPLETE THIS ASSIGNMENT!

Task

Your task is to compose an essay that responds to the essential questions below. To

complete this assignment, focus on yourself and your own experiences. You can use

any format to structure your responses, including but not limited to:

Written essay

Letter to yourself, a future psychologist, or a peer

Spoken essay (with transcript)

Poetry or creative writing

Mixed media: combining text with artwork, photography, etc.

Any form of artwork!

You don’t need to cite outside sources unless you’ve identified a quote or concept that

is particularly meaningful to you. There is no “right” answer to these questions!

Essential Questions:

How do you define psychological well-being, mental health, or “normal” human

behavior? What personal experiences or cultural backgrounds influence these

definitions?

What identities or lived experiences have shaped your understanding of human

behavior and psychological processes? Consider both visible and invisible

aspects of your identity.

How might your positionality influence what psychological research questions

you find important or interesting? What populations or phenomena do you think

deserve more attention in psychological science?

Reflecting on your educational journey, what voices, perspectives, or ways of

knowing have been emphasized or marginalized in your learning about

psychology? How has this shaped your understanding of the field?

What is your relationship to psychological research and practice? Do you see

yourself as someone who could be a researcher, practitioner, or advocate? What

experiences inform this perspective?

How do you think psychology as a field could better serve diverse communities?

What changes do you think are needed?

Note: Essays should not be a list of responses to the questions above. Instead, write

an organized essay that uses these questions as guides to explore your relationship to

psychological science and diversity.

Criteria:

We will evaluate this essay based on the authenticity of your voice and demonstrated

effort to make connections between your personal experiences, identities, and your

understanding of psychological science and diversity issues.

This is a low-to-medium stakes assignment designed to help you prepare for

foundational discussions about diversity, representation, and critical perspectives in

psychological science.

Reflective Essay Pt 2

Weight: 2.5% | Due: Week 6 June 10| Format: You choose

At the end of the semester, students will return to this essay and complete a

follow-up reflection that examines how their perspectives have evolved throughout the

course.

Task for Final Reflection:

1. Evaluate your original essay and reflect on your initial responses

2. Add a new section that addresses:

How has your understanding of psychological science and diversity

changed since the beginning of the semester?

What course readings, discussions, or community-based project

experiences most influenced your thinking?

How do you now answer the original essential questions? What has

shifted?

What new questions about psychology, diversity, and representation have

emerged for you?

How might these insights influence your future academic, professional, or

personal decisions?

Format Options:

Add a new section to your original document

Write a dialogue between your “beginning-of-semester” and “end-of-semester”

selves

Create a comparative analysis highlighting changes in your thinking

Use any creative format that effectively demonstrates your growth and learning

Submission: Your final document should include both your original essay (unchanged)

and your new reflection This comparative reflection will serve as a capstone to your

learning journey and help you synthesize the critical perspectives you’ve developed

throughout the course.

About this Assignment

So far in this course, you have studied the foundations of key figures and systems in the field of psychology. The skills and knowledge required in this assignment will help prepare you for success on the final exam, as well as the final essay assignment. Choose one of the following prompts and write a 750 to 1000-word essay examining these psychological theories.

Prompts

Choose one of the following prompts to examine in your essay:

1. Pavlov’s classical conditioning theory examined associating two stimuli to produce the desired outcome. In your essay, define Pavlov’s classical conditioning theory and provide two real-life examples of its application – for example, in the training of pets or establishing helpful routines for young children. What is beneficial about applying this theory? What could be dangerous about real-life applications of classical conditioning?

2. Carl Stumpf, Oswald Kulpe, and Wilhelm Wundt all explored the idea that each individual perceives and processes the world differently. In your essay, define phenomenology and introspection, provide two real-life examples of their application (such as differing preferences in food or weather), and discuss how they have shaped the modern view of the self. What is beneficial about applying this theory? What are the risks involved in applying this theory to real life?

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• Primary sources are first-hand accounts such as interviews, advertisements, speeches, company documents, statements, and press releases published by the company in question.
• Secondary sources come from peer-reviewed scholarly journals, such as The American Journal of Psychology. You may use sources like JSTOR or Google Scholar to find articles from these journals. Secondary sources may also come from reputable websites with .gov, .edu, or .org in the domain. (Wikipedia is not a reputable source, though the sources listed in Wikipedia articles may be acceptable.)

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Grading Rubric

Your essay will be graded based on the following rubric:

Category	Unacceptable (0-1)	Needs Improvement (2)	Good (3)	Excellent (4)	Total Possible Points
Definition/description of issue (x2)	Definition and description of the theory or terms is nonexistent	Definition and description of the theory or terms is incomplete and lacking in appropriate detail	Appropriate definition and description of the theory or terms	Thorough and detailed definition and description of the theory or terms	8
Real-life examples (x2)	No real-life examples are used to support arguments	One real-life example is given to support main points; or two examples are given but are lacking in detail	Two real-life examples are given in sufficient detail, but lacking in depth and complexity	Two real-life examples are given in a thorough, creative, and innovative manner	8
Benefits	No discussion of the benefits of applying the theory	Some discussion of the benefits of applying the theory, but lacking in depth and breadth	Adequate discussion of the benefits of applying the theory	Deep and thorough discussion of the benefits of applying the theory	4
Risks/Dangers	No discussion of the risks or dangers of applying the theory in real life	Some discussion of the risks or dangers of applying the theory in real life but lacking in depth and breadth	Adequate discussion of the risks or dangers of applying the theory in real life	Deep and thorough discussion of the risks or dangers of applying the theory in real life	4
Structure, Organization, Mechanics, and Sources (x1.5)	Disorganized and illogical structure; incorrect spelling, punctuation, capitalization, and use of standard English grammar hinder understanding; sources are not included as required. Word count is lower than 50% of the minimum word count for assignment.	Somewhat disorganized but structure does not hinder understanding; several errors in spelling, punctuation, capitalization, and usage of standard English grammar; some sources are cited but formatting is incorrect. Word count is 50-74% of the minimum word count for assignment.	Structure is logical and main points are supported by organization; few (2-3) errors in spelling, punctuation, capitalization, and usage of standard English grammar; sources are cited but formatting is incorrect. Word count is 75-89% of the minimum word count for assignment.	Organization is logical and structure enhances clarity and delivery of main ideas; no or very few instances (0-1) of incorrect spelling, punctuation, capitalization, and usage of standard English grammar; all sources are cited and formatted as required. Word count is 90% or more of the minimum word count for assignment.	6
Total					30

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TRANSLATIONAL PRINCIPLES OF PAVLOVIAN AND OPERANT CONDITIONING POWERPOINT PRESENTATION

In this assignment, you will create a PowerPoint presentation that reviews the principles of Pavlovian and Operant Conditioning with a focus on translational applications that are based on research evidence. This outline should help create a clear, cohesive presentation focused on how ABA principles, grounded in research evidence, can be applied across real-world contexts. Your target audience will be Field Experience Students in an applied behavior analysis clinical or educational setting. Be sure to include citations to scholarly sources on each slide and a full reference list on the final slide. A minimum of five scholarly sources is required.

SLIDE 1: TITLE SLIDE

• Title: Translational Principles of Pavlovian and Operant Conditioning: Bridging Theory with Practice in ABA
• Your Name
• University
• Course
• Date

SLIDE 2: INTRODUCTION TO TRANSLATIONAL SCIENCE IN ABA

• Define translational research.
• Explain the importance of applying theoretical principles to real-world settings.
• Outline the goals of translational science to translate Pavlovian and Operant Conditioning principles into practical, everyday uses.

SLIDES 3-4: BRIEF OVERVIEW OF PAVLOVIAN AND OPERANT CONDITIONING

• Pavlovian Conditioning: Describe the basic Pavlovian paradigm
• Operant Conditioning: Describe the basic operant conditioning paradigm
• Emphasize how understanding these can inform practice in applied behavior analysis.

SLIDE 5: TRANSLATIONAL RELEVANCE OF PAVLOVIAN CONDITIONING

• Describe how Pavlovian principles can explain reflexive emotional responses in real-life settings.
• Define stimulus control in Pavlovian terms.
• Define Pavlovian Extinction.
• List practical takeaways for enhancing or reducing conditioned responses in applied settings.

SLIDE 6: TRANSLATIONAL RELEVANCE OF OPERANT CONDITIONING

• Overview of how operant principles explain voluntary, goal-directed behavior.
• Describe:
  • Use of reinforcement in behavior change
  • Schedules of reinforcement
  • Punishment in behavior reduction
• List practical takeaways for enhancing or reducing responses learned through operant conditioning in applied settings.

SLIDE 7: APPLICATIONS IN REAL-WORLD SETTINGS: PAVLOVIAN CONDITIONING

• Describe 3 real-world applications from your readings based on research on Pavlovian principles
  • Consider applications in clinical and therapeutic settings
    • Example: How can Pavlovian conditioning be used for Clinical applications in exposure therapy (e.g., reducing anxiety responses)?
  • Consider applications in education and classroom management.
    • Example: How might Pavlovian principles be used to create positive classroom environments that foster learning?
  • Consider Applications in organizational behavior and productivity
    • Example: How might Pavlovian principles be used to promote workplace satisfaction?

NOTE: These are examples. Please feel free to be creative and develop your own!

SLIDE 8: APPLICATIONS IN REAL-WORLD SETTINGS: OPERANT CONDITIONING

• Operant Conditioning:
  • Describe 3 real-world applications from your readings based on research on operant principles.
  • Consider applications in clinical and therapeutic settings.
    • Example: Effective use of schedules of reinforcement in therapy contexts.
  • Consider applications in education and classroom management.
    • Example: Tips for teachers to apply conditioning principles effectively.
  • Consider applications in organizational behavior and productivity.
    • Example: Translating reinforcement principles into employee motivation and performance tracking.

NOTE: These are examples. Please feel free to be creative and develop your own.

SLIDE 9: ETHICAL AND PRACTICAL CONSIDERATIONS

Describe:

• Ethical implications of using conditioning principles in behavior management.
• Balancing effectiveness with ethical standards in clinical, educational, and organizational settings.
• Strategies for minimizing unintended negative outcomes.

SLIDE 10: REFERENCES

• Key studies, articles, and resources for more in-depth exploration of conditioning and its applications.

Please review and follow the assignment requirements in the next tab titled

Assignment Details.

Your PowerPoint should include the following elements:

• Title slide: Provide your name, title of assignment, course and section number, and date.
• Content slides: Answer all the questions, reflecting appropriate personal and professional insights.
  • The assignment must be written in Standard English and demonstrate superior organization, including a highly developed viewpoint and purpose. Your responses should reflect professional writing standards, using proper tone and language. The writing and writing style should be correct, accurate, and reflect knowledge of skills and practice in the professional field.
  • Presentations are visual; therefore, use clear, concise bullet points and avoid crowded slides. You may include the use of graphics and SmartArt to streamline information in a memorable manner. Additionally, images and diagrams are wonderful presentation tools, but be sure to include all required citations. Please review the resource for tips and suggestions. Submissions must be in .pptx format and no larger than 40 MB.
  • Note: Visual effects and some dark-colored themes, such as Slate, may prevent Turnitin from fully processing a PowerPoint file and, consequently, from generating a Similarity Report. Review the to ensure a report will be generated.
• Reference slide: Sources listed in current APA format.
  • Include a minimum of five scholarly or academic sources to support your responses and conclusions.
• Use Arial or Times New Roman 24-point font.
• Use current APA formatting and citation style.
  • Please use this helpful video resource, , to format a PowerPoint by applying current APA style to a title slide, body slides using bullet points, figures, tables, and copyright statements, and a reference list with hanging indentations.In Roane (2024):
    • Chapter 14: Stimulus Control: What is it and Why Should We Care? (Cowie et al.)
    • Chapter 15: Motivation as a Platform for Translational Research (Kelley et al.)
    • Chapter 16: Translational Approaches to Choice (McComas et al.)

    RESOURCE:

TRANSLATIONAL PRINCIPLES OF PAVLOVIAN AND OPERANT CONDITIONING POWERPOINT PRESENTATION

In this assignment, you will create a PowerPoint presentation that reviews the principles of Pavlovian and Operant Conditioning with a focus on translational applications that are based on research evidence. This outline should help create a clear, cohesive presentation focused on how ABA principles, grounded in research evidence, can be applied across real-world contexts. Your target audience will be Field Experience Students in an applied behavior analysis clinical or educational setting. Be sure to include citations to scholarly sources on each slide and a full reference list on the final slide. A minimum of five scholarly sources is required.

SLIDE 1: TITLE SLIDE

• Title: Translational Principles of Pavlovian and Operant Conditioning: Bridging Theory with Practice in ABA
• Your Name
• University
• Course
• Date

SLIDE 2: INTRODUCTION TO TRANSLATIONAL SCIENCE IN ABA

• Define translational research.
• Explain the importance of applying theoretical principles to real-world settings.
• Outline the goals of translational science to translate Pavlovian and Operant Conditioning principles into practical, everyday uses.

SLIDES 3-4: BRIEF OVERVIEW OF PAVLOVIAN AND OPERANT CONDITIONING

• Pavlovian Conditioning: Describe the basic Pavlovian paradigm
• Operant Conditioning: Describe the basic operant conditioning paradigm
• Emphasize how understanding these can inform practice in applied behavior analysis.

SLIDE 5: TRANSLATIONAL RELEVANCE OF PAVLOVIAN CONDITIONING

• Describe how Pavlovian principles can explain reflexive emotional responses in real-life settings.
• Define stimulus control in Pavlovian terms.
• Define Pavlovian Extinction.
• List practical takeaways for enhancing or reducing conditioned responses in applied settings.

SLIDE 6: TRANSLATIONAL RELEVANCE OF OPERANT CONDITIONING

• Overview of how operant principles explain voluntary, goal-directed behavior.
• Describe:
  • Use of reinforcement in behavior change
  • Schedules of reinforcement
  • Punishment in behavior reduction
• List practical takeaways for enhancing or reducing responses learned through operant conditioning in applied settings.

SLIDE 7: APPLICATIONS IN REAL-WORLD SETTINGS: PAVLOVIAN CONDITIONING

• Describe 3 real-world applications from your readings based on research on Pavlovian principles
  • Consider applications in clinical and therapeutic settings
    • Example: How can Pavlovian conditioning be used for Clinical applications in exposure therapy (e.g., reducing anxiety responses)?
  • Consider applications in education and classroom management.
    • Example: How might Pavlovian principles be used to create positive classroom environments that foster learning?
  • Consider Applications in organizational behavior and productivity
    • Example: How might Pavlovian principles be used to promote workplace satisfaction?

NOTE: These are examples. Please feel free to be creative and develop your own!

SLIDE 8: APPLICATIONS IN REAL-WORLD SETTINGS: OPERANT CONDITIONING

• Operant Conditioning:
  • Describe 3 real-world applications from your readings based on research on operant principles.
  • Consider applications in clinical and therapeutic settings.
    • Example: Effective use of schedules of reinforcement in therapy contexts.
  • Consider applications in education and classroom management.
    • Example: Tips for teachers to apply conditioning principles effectively.
  • Consider applications in organizational behavior and productivity.
    • Example: Translating reinforcement principles into employee motivation and performance tracking.

NOTE: These are examples. Please feel free to be creative and develop your own.

SLIDE 9: ETHICAL AND PRACTICAL CONSIDERATIONS

Describe:

• Ethical implications of using conditioning principles in behavior management.
• Balancing effectiveness with ethical standards in clinical, educational, and organizational settings.
• Strategies for minimizing unintended negative outcomes.

SLIDE 10: REFERENCES

• Key studies, articles, and resources for more in-depth exploration of conditioning and its applications.

Please review and follow the assignment requirements in the next tab titled

Assignment Details.

Your PowerPoint should include the following elements:

• Title slide: Provide your name, title of assignment, course and section number, and date.
• Content slides: Answer all the questions, reflecting appropriate personal and professional insights.
  • The assignment must be written in Standard English and demonstrate superior organization, including a highly developed viewpoint and purpose. Your responses should reflect professional writing standards, using proper tone and language. The writing and writing style should be correct, accurate, and reflect knowledge of skills and practice in the professional field.
  • Presentations are visual; therefore, use clear, concise bullet points and avoid crowded slides. You may include the use of graphics and SmartArt to streamline information in a memorable manner. Additionally, images and diagrams are wonderful presentation tools, but be sure to include all required citations. Please review the resource for tips and suggestions. Submissions must be in .pptx format and no larger than 40 MB.
  • Note: Visual effects and some dark-colored themes, such as Slate, may prevent Turnitin from fully processing a PowerPoint file and, consequently, from generating a Similarity Report. Review the to ensure a report will be generated.
• Reference slide: Sources listed in current APA format.
  • Include a minimum of five scholarly or academic sources to support your responses and conclusions.
• Use Arial or Times New Roman 24-point font.
• Use current APA formatting and citation style.
  • Please use this helpful video resource, , to format a PowerPoint by applying current APA style to a title slide, body slides using bullet points, figures, tables, and copyright statements, and a reference list with hanging indentations.In Roane (2024):
    • Chapter 14: Stimulus Control: What is it and Why Should We Care? (Cowie et al.)
    • Chapter 15: Motivation as a Platform for Translational Research (Kelley et al.)
    • Chapter 16: Translational Approaches to Choice (McComas et al.)

    RESOURCE:

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1)Cognitive dissonance happens when what we do doesnt line up with what we believe, and that mismatch creates an uncomfortable feeling we try to fix. (Cooper 2019) explains that when our thoughts or actions dont fit together, we feel a kind of internal tension that pushes us to be more consistent with our belief. (ScottKakures 2009) adds that this discomfort can motivate us to justify our choices to protect how we see ourselves.

I notice this in my life as a pet parent. I take pride in giving my pets the best highquality food, vet care, flea and tick prevention, and lots of love. Thats part of how I see myself. This can get expensive however, and there have been times when I wanted to treat myself to a manipedi or a new outfit, and I ended up buying cheaper junk food pet food instead of the premium brands I believe are healthier. The second I do it, the guilt hits because my behavior doesnt match my belief about being a responsible pet parent.

To reduce that uncomfortable feeling, I start justifying it, reminding myself that they get great food most of the time, that theyre healthy, and that it doesnt happen often. Thats classic dissonance reduction adding thoughts that make the choice feel less contradictory. It also shows how we justify sacrifices, when we make a choice that goes against our values, we explain it in a way that lets us keep seeing ourselves positively.

References

Cooper, J. (2019). Cognitive Dissonance: Where We’ve Been and Where We’re Going. International Review of Social Psychology, 32(1).

Scott-Kakures, D. (2009). Unsettling questions: cognitive dissonance in self-deception. Social Theory and Practice, 35(1), 73+. 2)Cognitive dissonance theory refers to the mental discomfort a person experiences when they hold two or more conflicting beliefs, attitudes, or behaviors at the same time. This concept was first introduced by Leon Festinger, who explained that people are motivated to reduce this discomfort by changing their thoughts, attitudes, or actions (Festinger, 1957).

My personal experience of cognitive dissonance comes from balancing military responsibilities with college and family. There are times when I strongly believe that being present for my kids is a top priority, but at the same time, my duties in the Army and school assignments take up most of my time, creating a huge internal conflict. The conflict between what I value (being present as a father) and what I am doing (being away due to work and responsibilities), trying to find the justification and see the bigger picture of why I make the sacrifices, and the hopes my kids and family understand that this was not easy for me to make a choice like this. To reduce the discomfort, I justify it by reminding myself that my efforts working, going to school, and building a career, ultimately are for my kids future. I sacrifice time now so I can be more present later in life with the finances to provide what they need with ease, and also be present for all their huge accomplishments. Graduating high school, going to college, football games, dance, prom, the huge moments in our kids’ lives that they look for validations for me to express and say Im so proud of you, cheering them on, and supporting them in whatever they choose to do. This helps align my actions with my beliefs, even if it doesnt fully remove the tension.

Justifying a sacrifice is closely related to cognitive dissonance because when people put a lot of effort, time, or pain into something, they tend to convince themselves that it was worth it, even if the outcome isnt that great. This is often called effort justification. For example, if someone goes through intense training or sacrifices a lot of personal time for a goal, they are more likely to view that goal as valuable.

Otherwise, they would feel their sacrifice was meaningless, increasing dissonance. In my case, the sacrifices I make in time and stress are justified by my belief that I am building a better future, which reduces internal conflict.

Overall, cognitive dissonance explains how people try to stay mentally consistent. When inconsistency happens, we naturally look for ways to justify or adjust our thinking so we can feel more at peace with our decisions.

Reference

Festinger, L. (1957). A theory of cognitive dissonance. Stanford University Press.
3)One of my biggest time wasters is definitely scrolling on TikTok. Its honestly a guilty but addictive habit that can easily make me lose track of time. There have been many times when I stayed on it for hours, especially at bedtime after a long day, and ended up losing sleep or spending too much time on it when I had more important things to do. The short videos make it easy to keep scrolling without realizing how much time has passed.

To help break the habit, I started limiting myself by putting the phone down after about 30 minutes and switching to reading a book instead. At first, constantly interrupting the scrolling felt difficult, but over time, I got more used to it. Giving my eyes and mind a break from the screen has helped me relax more at night. Eventually, reading started making me tired faster, which helped me stay off my phone and fall asleep earlier instead of scrolling all night.
4)I spend a lot of my everyday leisure time watching YouTube videos. I can spend hours upon hours listening to the videos, and I even fall asleep sometimes watching them. I have always loved YouTube ever since I was in my adolescent years because it was all that I had to decompress and enjoy my alone time. I would consider my interests extremely diverse due to me being able to watch anything, which frankly contributes to the time spent on the app. My top categories are gaming videos, psychology related videos, makeup/skincare, forensic file cases, history documentaries, music videos, and several more. Psych Explained and CaseOh are my top two channels that I like to spend most of my time watching. To put an estimate on how much I spend on YouTube from checking my app activity on my phone is anywhere from 6-10 hours. Aside from gathering knowledge from the channel Psych Explained, I think I could implement more beneficial activities in my daily lifestyle. I would like to replace some of my leisure time on YouTube by more productive activities such as embracing nature more and crafting. I admire Mother nature greatly, but I find having to put on sunscreen every hour as a nuisance. I can easily dress more covered up to prevent getting sun burned or skin cancer and carry an umbrella with me. That way I can spend my time embracing Mother earth by hiking or walking, which could also benefit my mental health. Vegan taxidermy is something I have so much fun creating but it requires money to execute my vision. I think I can just go thrifting for my materials and I can find authentic items for my craft instead. I recently did a vegan taxidermy of a lamb and I experienced such mental clarity, so it should be something I can replace YouTube with. I could also play YouTube in the background, so I am not primarily only watching videos.

Assessment Description

It is important to understand how the major psychological movements of psychoanalysis; behaviorism; and humanistic, transpersonal, and existential psychology (HTE) apply to a real-world perspective, a Christian worldview. Understanding the theoretical foundations, influential theorists, and differences of the three major movements of psychology is essential to having a fundamental knowledge of the discipline. They provide a rich history of human science and form the basis for understanding human experience and the human condition. For this assignment, you will explore the major psychology movements through the lens of a Christian worldview.

General Requirements

• To foster retention of foundational theories in psychology, this assignment requires the incorporation of information from this course and previous courses regarding psychological theories and their applications. Refer to PSY-802, Psychoanalysis and Psychodynamic Theory and PSY-803, Behaviorism to assist with this assignment.
• This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
• Doctoral learners are required to use APA style for their writing assignments. The APA Style Guide is located in the Student Success Center.
• Refer to the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association for specific guidelines related to doctoral level writing. The Manual contains essential information on manuscript structure and content, clear and concise writing, and academic grammar and usage.
• This assignment requires that at least ten scholarly research sources related to this topic, and at least one in-text citation from each source be included. Scholarly works encountered in prior doctoral courses may be used in this assignment.

Directions

Write a paper where you discuss each of the primary movements in psychology psychoanalysis, behaviorism, and humanistic, transpersonal, and existential psychology (HTE) using perspectives from a Christian worldview. This assignment requires that at least ten scholarly research sources related to this topic. Your paper should provide a brief description of each of the movements, showcasing your understanding of the key components of each, while creatively synthesizing the elements, constructs, or principles of a Christian worldview into each movement (C.2.3: Evaluate the common applications of psychoanalysis, behaviorism, and HTE psychology):

1. An introduction that provides an overview of the paper that includes a thesis statement.
2. A description of the psychoanalysis/psychodynamic movement, including a synthesized discussion of how the elements, constructs, or principles of a Christian worldview are reflected in the movement.
3. A description of behaviorism movement, including a synthesized discussion of how the elements, constructs, or principles of a Christian worldview are reflected in the movement.
4. A description of humanistic, transpersonal, and existential psychology (HTE) movement, including a synthesized discussion of how the elements, constructs, or principles of a Christian worldview are reflected in the movement.
5. A concluding statement that synthesizes the common applications of these psychological movements and a Christian worldview to inform the future of psychological approaches to understanding human behavior, life experiences, and spiritual discoveries in the future. (Benchmarks C.2.3: Evaluate the common applications of psychoanalysis, behaviorism, and HTE psychology)

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Overview

Experiments are powerful tools for discovering cause-and-effect relationships in psychology, but they often raise ethical questions. Researchers must balance the need for scientific knowledge with the responsibility to protect participants from harm. This assignment will help you think critically about how ethical considerations influence experimental design and decision-making.

Note: FirstPass, an AI-powered feedback tool, is available to use as you draft this assignment. The FirstPass tool for this assignment is available in the Weekly To-Do List and includes directions on how to upload your draft to receive real-time feedback before you submit for a grade.

Preparation

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Select one of the following ethical concerns that arises from the Darley and Latan (1968) study from this week’s readings:

• Use of deception.
• Potential psychological distress.
• Lack of informed consent.

Instructions

1. Complete the template by typing your responses directly into the designated sections.
2. For all sources cited in-text, include them on the References page in proper APA format.
3. After drafting your initial responses:
   1. Upload your assignment to FirstPass for feedback.
   2. Use the feedback provided to revise your work.
   3. Repeat this cycle of revising and requesting feedback until you are satisfied with your assignment.
4. Submit the final version of your assignment to the assignment drop box.

Citation Requirement

• This assignment requires at least two references. One of those references should be the Darley and Latan (1968) article. Visit the for help finding resources in the Capella University Library.
• Use narrative or parenthetical citations when addressing the prompts.
• Ensure that all in-text citations correspond to a full reference entry on the References page in correct APA style. Use for guidance in citing sources in proper APA style. See the for more APA resources specific to your degree level.
• Acceptable sources include your textbook, peer-reviewed journal articles, and chapters in edited books. Non-scholarly sources (e.g., blogs, personal websites) are not acceptable for this assignment.

Competencies Measured

By successfully completing this assignment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and rubric criteria:

• Competency 1: Analyze psychological research studies using appropriate research methods terminology.
  • Describe how the experiment could be modified to reduce the ethical risk while still answering the research question using research methods terminology.
• Competency 3: Analyze ethical principles in psychological research studies.
  • Analyze an applicable ethical concern in a psychological experiment.
• Competency 5: Communicate in a manner that is scholarly, professional, and consistent with expectations for professionals in the field of psychology.
  • Demonstrate good scholarly writing skills with minimal errors and appropriately integrate ethical use of AI tools.
  • Apply correct APA Style for the minimum number of in-text citations and references.