Category: Psychology

(1,200 words minimum) Youll use Project 2 to identify a goal and develop a plan to execute this goal. Youll work through rhetorical composing steps. This project will be the basis for your third project in the course. Think about this project as imagining a possible future in your life. This could be academic, workplace, or community changes you would like to bring about, such as creating bike paths or promoting recycling or championing fair access to resources. You will choose your rhetorical goal (with help from your peers and instructor). As you work through how you will achieve this goal, youll think about six facets of the rhetorical approach: purpose, audience, context, strategies, medium, and arrangement. A Statement of Purpose and Design Plan: In the first half of this essay, you are to identify your purpose (or goal), your intended audience, and the context of your situation. You explain the exigence (problem) youre responding to, and you propose how your chosen audience can help solve this problem. You are to use the research you conducted in your research proposal to help elaborate your exigence, context, audience, and goal. In the Design Plan section of this essay, you are to elaborate on your rhetorical composing strategies (such as ethos, logos, pathos, cultural knowledge, bodily experience, and identification). You should discuss how you specifically plan to use those strategies to move your audience into action. You should also discuss how the website as a digital medium will help reach your audience. Finally, you should discuss the arrangement and design of your website. Explain how each section of your website achieves a certain goal in order to move your audience toward your intended action. You will use this Design Plan to connect how your strategies, medium, and arrangement will connect between your purpose, audience, and context. Statement of Purpose: What is your purpose or goal? What is it that you want your audience to do? It may be helpful to think about your local context and community. Who is your intended audience? Again, its easier if you think on a local level. Are you addressing voters in Leon County? FSU, FAMU, or TCC students? What is the group of people that will help you best achieve your goal? What is the context of the situation? What is the problem youre responding to? What has already been done or not done about it? Who would care about this problem? Why should people care about this problem? Design Plan: What strategies will you use to move your audience to action? How will the concepts of ethos, logos, and pathos help shape your text? What tone will you take? What type of images will you include? Videos? What kind of text will you write? How formal or informal should your language be? The medium of your text will be a webpage. How will a webpage best serve your purpose? How do you want your audience to use your webpage? How will you arrange your webpage? What will it look like? What tabs will you create? What headers, pictures, and information will you include? Tips to succeed: Choose a small-scale issue or goal. Youre not going to change the world in with one webpage. Think of something that may actually be implemented, such as getting people to recycle on campus or getting people to register to vote for the next election. Dont think about this purpose as totally changing someones mind. Thats not realistic. Think about creating something that will influence how someone thinks about something or encourages them to take a step towards something. The more manageable your goal is, the more productive youll be with this project. Be very specific when choosing your Its impossible to reach everyone. Its impossible to reach everyone in Tallahassee even. Narrow your intended audience down so you can compose content that is specific to their needs. Be willing to revise your idea as you go. Youll get input from you peers and instructor. Think about how purpose and audience work together and be willing to adapt as you go forward. Research Proposal Evaluation Rubric Grade Characteristics A The proposal identifies a manageable issue, the authors stance, and the intended purpose relative to a particular audience. The proposal presents a clear and coherent organizational structure. The proposal effectively summarizes, analyzes, and synthesizes sources in support of its explicit purpose. The proposal acknowledges how the authors stance was influenced by the source texts and forecasts how those sources can be used to influence an audience or make a claim. All sources are properly cited in the body of the proposal and on its Works Cited page. B The proposal somewhat effectively identifies a manageable issue, the authors stance, and the intended purpose relative to a particular audience. The proposals organizational structure is apparent but lack some coherence. The proposal adequately summarizes, analyzes, and synthesizes sources in support of its apparent purpose. The proposal somewhat acknowledges how the authors stance was influenced by the source texts and vaguely forecasts how those sources can be used to influence an audience or make a claim. Most sources are properly cited in the body of the proposal and on its Works Cited page. C The proposal generally identifies a manageable issue, the authors stance, and the intended purpose relative to a particular audience (at least one of these concerns is neglected). The proposals organizational structure lacks coherence. The proposal offers some summary, analysis, and/or synthesis of sources in support of its apparent purpose, but its treatment of the sources is superficial. The proposal neither acknowledges how the authors stance was influenced by the source texts and nor forecasts how those sources can be used to influence an audience or make a claim. Some sources are properly cited in the body of the proposal and on its Works Cited page. D/F The proposal does not identify a manageable issue, the authors stance, and/or the intended purpose relative to a particular audience (at least two of these concerns are neglected). The proposals organizational structure lacks coherence. The proposal does not summarize, analyze, and/or synthesize sources well (or the sources may not be relevant for the projects purpose). There is little or no indication of how the sources will be used to influence an audience or make a claim. Few or no sources are properly cited in text and in the Works Cited page. (Is Social Media Friend or Foe? Social Medias Effect on College Students Mental Health We live in a modern society in which we use phones, computers, laptops, etc., to communicate with each other. Social media has taken a hit in the lives of many and has become a top sensation, especially for high school and college students. They use them to do multiple things, including texting, calling, posting, and keeping our lives updated. We use it to highlight our most important moments, shed light on troubles that need to be spoken about, and inspire us to be better. It is our nature as humans to bond with others on social media, but one who sees too much on social media tends to overthink and compare themselves and their own lives. This is mostly seen in Gen Z, specifically those 18-29 years of age, as they are the era of technology and the peak of modernization. Most of this generation are off in college, studying for exams and difficult curriculums. This is already a stress factor on them, and adding on more to their own self-esteem is basically the cherry on top and an open gate for insecurities to rush in. We are open to these kinds of ideas that they should do the same thing as that person just so they can feel better about themselves. A lot of people talk about how this generation is heavily addicted to the internet, but do they understand why? It is time to let in more light on this topic, reduce the judgement, and increase the support for others who wish to be their best version of themselves. Comparison is one’s greatest nemesis in life, especially when you have limited resources. The psychological effects of comparison regarding the usage of social media have increased by a mile over the years, with 93% of them likely comparing themselves on social media platforms. Breaking down this percentage, 41% of them were likely comparing themselves on Instagram, 34% were likely comparing to others on Tiktok and the remainder of them were comparing on Youtube. With this information only being in the UK.)

This assignment is the first step for your research paper presentation. In this assignment, you will conduct a database search to identify a paper to present on. For this assignment, you will submit: the paper you selected and a brief description of the study the paper describes, including its methods and results. Papers should report the results of a study that tested how well a form of psychotherapy/counseling worked. A paper that only describes correlational/survey research, or only provides a conceptual or theoretical review (that is, describes an idea but does not test it) is not appropriate. Types of studies that are typically appropriate are: a randomized controlled trial, quasi-experiment, open trial, case study, or feasibility/acceptability study. If you select a study that wouldn’t be suitable, I’ll give you that feedback so you can adjust in advance of your presentation. I would suggest using these two search engines/databases: Google Scholar Academic Search Premier A good submission will: Make it clear what paper you selected, including the citation and/or link to paper Include a brief description of the study, with at least one sentence describing the methods (what did the researchers do?) and one sentence describing the results/conclusions (what can we learn from the study) Be written in professional language, using full sentences, and free from typos and spelling/grammar errors

Putting it All TogetherHow does culture relate to life experiences?

The purpose of this assignment is to provide you with an opportunity to examine how culture impacts a person across the lifespan. Conduct an interview with a person who has substantial life experiences (it is recommended that you interview someone who is 55+) and who is from a different cultural background than your own. You will want to ask them about how their economic status, ethnicity, race, gender, religion, language, and age have contributed to who they are today. Below are some possible questions that you may wish to ask. Feel free to add questions of your own whenever one occurs to you.

Please tell me about your childhood, family and school life. How has your cultural background influenced your life? How has your gender influenced your life?

How has your religion influenced your life?

Have you ever experienced any negative attitudes or discrimination?

Here are some resources on how to conduct an interview:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0plSyP-uDzU http://www.sparkminute.com/2011/11/07/30-tips-on-how-to-interview-like-a-journalist/

After your interview, please write a 5-8 page paper on the following:

How does the person culturally define themselves? Write 1-3 paragraphs regarding the interviewees definition of themselves from a cultural perspective.

How has the persons cultural background influenced their life? Write 1-3 paragraphs about the persons cultural background and how this has effected their development, behavior, how they respond emotionally, and their social relationships. Make sure to tie-in content from the course (i.e., discuss whether or not what you learned in the in the interview is consistent with what you learned in the class).

How has the persons gender influenced their life? Write a few paragraphs about the persons gender and how this has effected their development, behavior, how they respond emotionally, and their social relationships. Make sure to tie-in content from the course (i.e., discuss whether or not what you learned in the in the interview is consistent with what you learned in the class).

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How has the persons religion influenced their life? Write 1-3 paragraphs about the persons religion background and how this has effected their development, behavior, how they respond emotionally, and their social relationships. Make sure to tie-in content from the course (i.e., discuss whether or not what you learned in the in the interview is consistent with what you learned in the class).

How (if at all) has the person experienced discrimination and how has this affected them? Write 1-3 paragraphs about the persons interactions with society has effected their development, behavior, how they respond emotionally, and their social relationships. Make sure to tie-in content from the course (i.e., discuss whether or not what you learned in the in the interview is consistent with what you learned in the class).

What other cultural aspects have influenced the persons life? Write 1-3 paragraphs any other cultural elements that have impacted the persons development, behavior, how they respond emotionally, and their social relationships. Make sure to tie-in content from the course (i.e., discuss whether or not what you learned I n the in the interview is consistent with what you learned in the class).

Class Resources

Sieck, W. [July 17, 2015]Cultural Norms: Do they matter? Global Cognition.org, LLC. Retrieved from

Gelfand, M. J. (2012). Cultures constraints: International differences in the strength of social norms. Current Directions in Psychological Science, 21(6), 420-424. doi:10.1177/0963721412460048. Retrieved from Ebsco multi-search database in the Touro Library:

*is a linked article, click on link takes to SAGE Premier Collection (conduct an advanced search with Culture in the first search bar and Constraints in the second search bar and use the pull down menu to select title) then takes you to the full pdf.

Amanda Price [September 21, 2011]. How Culture Impacts Behavior [Video file]. Retrieved from (12:45)

Lodi, H. [July 27, 2017] Meet the female barber challenging cultural norms in the UAE. Retrieved from

TedxTalks [October 21, 2014]. Cultural Differences and Perception & Behavior [Video file]. Retrieved from (19:58)

Reynolds, K.J., Subasic, E., Tindall, K. (2015). The problem of behavior change: from social norms to ingroup focus. Social and Personality Psychology Compass, 9(1). 45-56. doi: 10.1111/spc3.12155. Retrieved from Ebsco multi search in Touro Library

*is a linked article so you need to click on this and it takes you to wiley where you click on the pdf.

Wilkins, A. [June 13, 2017]. Groupthink Can Actually Be Good, If Its Done Right. Vocativ. Retrieved from

Michael MacKenzie [March 25, 2015]. What is social influence? [Video file]. Retrieved from (2:59)

Marques, L, Eustis, E.H., Dixon, L., Valentine, S.E., Borba, C.C., Simon, N., & Wiltsey-Stirman, S. (2015). Delivering Cognitive Processing Therapy in a Community Health Setting: The Influence of Latino Culture and Community Violence on Posttraumatic Cognitions. Psychological Trauma: Theory, Research, Practice and Policy, doi: 10.1037/tra0000044. Retrieved from Ebsco multi search in Touro Library.

Robinson, D.T. (2014). The role of cultural meanings and situated interaction in shaping emotion. Emotion Review, 6(3). 189-195. doi:10.1177/1754073914522866. Retrieved from Ebsco Multi-search in Touro Library as a linked article.

*links to Sage Publications.

Elaine, W, & Los Angeles, T. (2011, April). Scholar at center of race-IQ debate. Washington Post, The. Retrieved from Ebsco Multi-search in Touro Library.

Michael Baker [September 18, 2012]. Intelligence & Culture [Video file]. Retrieved from (3:51)

LonelyCinderrella123 [February 26, 2013].Racial Differences in IQ Scores [Video file]. Retrieved from (4:50)

California Academy of Sciences [April 16, 2009]. Emotional Facial Expressions Cross Culturally [Video file]. Retrieved from (2:57)

notthemouse’s channel [March 30, 2012].Cultural Differences in How People Experience & Express Emotions [Video file]. Retrieved from (6:32)

Carteret, M. (2013). How Individualism and Collectivism Manifest in Child Rearing Practices. Dimensions of culture: cross cultural communications for healthcare professionals. Retrieved from

Nuttall, E. [2015]. Cultural Differences in the Development of Children. Global Post-International News: Demand Media. Retrieved from

tvoparents [March 25, 2009]. Parenting Across Cultures [Video file]. Retrieved from (27:49)

Rashed, M.A., (2013). Talking past each other: Conceptual confusion in

‘culture’ and ‘psychopathology.’ South African Journal of Psychiatry, 19 (1), 12-15. doi: 10.79196/SAJP433. Retrieved from Ebsco Multi Search in Touro Library

Joshanloo, M. (2014). Eastern Conceptualizations of Happiness: Fundamental Differences with Western Views. Journal of Happiness Studies, 15 (2). 475-493. doi:10.1007/s10902-013-9431-1. Retrieved from Ebsco Multi-search in Touro Library.

Asian American Mental Health [May 09, 2014]. Lecture on Culture Bound Syndrome [Video file]. Retrieved from (12:49)

IB Psychology at BGE [February 07, 2013]. Abnormal Psychology: Cultural and Ethical Considerations of Diagnosis. [Video File]. Retrieved from:

(3:37).

Pincott, J. (2011). Pretty Young Things: DOES CUTENESS LAST? Psychology Today, 44 (6), 27. Retrieved from Ebsco Multi-Search in Touro Library.

Chung, F.M., van de Vijver, F.J.R., Leong, F.T.L. (2011). Toward a new approach to the study of personality in culture. American Psychologist Vol. 66, No. 7, 593603 DOI: 10.1037/a0022389. Retrieved from:

Tedx Talks [June 19, 2015]. The psychology of culture | Fernando Lanzer | TEDxAUBG. [Video File]. Retrieved from: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rgdRzyCO5Zo (22:23)

Tedx Talks [March 22, 2013]. Multiculturalism in the Modern World: Jen Holladay at TEDxDenverTeachers [Video file]. Retrieved from (14:50)

Assignment Instructions As you have learned throughout the course, scientific inquiry is key to the study of psychology and personality. Using research to develop theories and models provides psychologists with evidence-based results for understanding and predicting human behavior. In this assessment, you will conduct research and synthesize concepts you have learned in Weeks 5 and 6 to create a presentation in which you articulate the role of biology and environment on personality. Assessment Preparation Review the following scenario: You are a mental health professional who has been asked to prepare a brief presentation for an annual conference on mental health and well-being. The conference audience is comprised of social workers and mental health professionals who are eager to learn about personality development. You have decided to develop a presentation about biological and environmental factors that shape personality, using a public figure or someone important to you as an example to illustrate your ideas. Select a celebrity, politician, or someone important in your own life as the focus of your presentation and research details related to their life and personality. Consult your instructor if you need assistance in selecting an individual to research. Some examples of celebrities you might choose include: Athletes: Serena Williams, Michael Jordan, Simone Biles Academics: Albert Einstein, Temple Grandin Entertainers/artists: Peter Dinklage, Michael Jackson, Mariah Carey, Vincent Van Gogh, Frida Kahlo Complete the following for your selected individual: Research details about their background, key life events and achievements. Identify key personality traits. Consider which personality theories may be most applicable to their personality development. Consider how biological factors, experiences, and environment factors may have shaped their personality. Research how the interplay of biological and social/environmental factors is evident in their personality. Review Ch. 14, Genes, Brains, and Biological Bases of Personality and Its Development, of your textbook, Personality: Theory and Research. This chapter presents concepts related to epigenetics and cultural-evolutionary psychology. Assessment Deliverable Create an 8- to 10-slide presentation in which you explain biological and environmental factors that have influenced the personality development of your selected individual. Incorporate details from the summary you wrote in Week 5. Address the following in your presentation: Briefly summarize the selected individual, including the following details as applicable: Their background, key life events, and achievements Their temperament and how that temperament is relevant to their behavior Challenging or adverse experiences that are critical to their life history Briefly summarize the individuals personality type or dominant personality traits (e.g., introvert/extrovert, interdependent/independent). Explain biological factors that have influenced the individuals personality development and how these factors may have influenced their personality type or traits. Describe environmental and/or social factors that have influenced the individuals personality development and how these factors may have influenced their personality type or traits. Describe how biology and environmental/social factors interacted to influence the individuals personality and behavior. Consider these guiding questions: Epigenetics: How might their personal experiences have affected their genetic makeup or gene expression? How might environmental stressors have altered their behavior? How might these factors have influenced their personality development? Cultural evolutionary psychology: What was the role of cultural norms, practices, and beliefs in shaping their personality? To what extent has the evolution of their cultural or social environment affected their behavior and personality? Conclude by providing 23 key benefits to understanding biological and social/environmental determinants of personality type. Cite at least 3 scholarly resources, in addition to the textbook, according to APA guidelines. Follow these requirements for formatting your slide presentation: Refer to the Assessment Support section below for presentation tips and a presentation template you can use to complete the assessment. Use brief bullet points on each slide to highlight the main ideas. Use correct spelling and grammar on your slides. Include detailed speaker notes with your presentation. Include a reference slide and in-text citations for all sources and images according to APA guidelines. Submit your assessment.

There are many famous cases of murderers who have used the insanity plea while on trial. For some, the plea of insanity was successful, while for others, it was not. Select the case of a famous individual(s), such as Andrea Yates, John Hinckley Jr., Lorena Bobbitt, Jeffrey Dahmer, or the Menendez brothers, who committed horrific crimes and attempted an insanity defense. State the facts of the case that led to the differing verdicts of guilty or not guilty by reason of insanity. Include information regarding the insanity plea. How often is the insanity plea attempted and what is the success rate? Should the insanity plea be allowed in the cases of individuals who have committed repeated horrific crimes as a legitimate defense? Provide factual documentation from at least two peer reviewed sources and include the reference citations within your discussion response using APA format. This assignment must be 750 words (not including the Cover page and Reference page) to meet the minimum requirement.

This is a short essay assignment where you will choose one concept from Chapter 6 and explain it in your own words and relate it to your own life in some way with an example. Then, read the research article about study skills (there is a reading guide to help you tackle reading this article for your use) and choose one concept from the article that you can explain in your own words and then apply it to your own life. This should be a 4-5 paragraph essay (Introduction, chapter concept and tie to your life, research article concept and tie to your life, conclusion—or you can attack it in a different way where you have an introduction, chapter concept explanation, article concept explanation and then a paragraph tying these to your own experience, then a conclusion). Be sure to include in-text citations and references in APA format at the end of this essay. For help with APA style you can go to Purdue Owl: APA Style Help & Tools – Purdue Global Library – Library at Purdue Global Use these instructions and rubric to guide your writing: MemoryEssayRubric_Fall 2025.pdfDownload MemoryEssayRubric_Fall 2025.pdf Read the following article: Addressing Study Skills, Learning Theory and Critical Thinking Skills in Principles of Economics Courses-1.pdf Download Addressing Study Skills, Learning Theory and Critical Thinking Skills in Principles of Economics Courses-1.pdf (Howard & Sarbaum, 2022) textbook Title: Experience Psychology ISBN: 9781307813852 Authors: King, L.A. Publisher: McGraw Hill Publication Date: 2022

use the YouTube video and the article to complete assignment and only use those sources and cite it