The Serial Position Experiment

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Addiction questions

List three addictive substances that are the “most harmful”, and explain why based on their effects on the brain, body and society.  Define harm reduction using at least two contemporary examples that relate to addiction. Then explain why harm addiction is controversial, yet important. Compare the similarities between the prohibition Era and the current War on Drugs. Then explain the limitations of prohibitive attempts at curbing substances used historically and today.  Explain the biological causes of addiction and include a description of the reward pathway in the brain, and how this induces...

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Three page APA-Gender Influences at Work

Analyze the impact that gender has in: The career choice itself, including gender stereotyping within that career Other factors that might influence career choice, obstacles to entering the career, and factors that impact career success The work setting within that career, including factors that might lead to discrimination, communication differences that impact workplace success, issues related to power, and rates of sexual harassment

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W1 A and T: write a SHORT PERSONAL report . Use... | Psychology

write a SHORT PERSONAL report . Use one-page, double-space, and 12pt. font size to write your response in well-written sentences and paragraphs. DO NOT LIST NUMERICALLY. Your work should include the following: 1. The course identification and section numbers (HS-XXX-XX). 2. Your full name. 3. Your current contact information (email address and phone numbers). 4. Why your chose this course: CASAC: Substance Abuse Assessment. 5. Two things you would like to get out of this course. 6. Define the term CASAC. (Use APA 7.0 format and include a reference page, if you reference and external source.) 7...

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When Should Mixed Methods Be Used

Compare the characteristics and appropriate uses of the different methods and explain if your research question could best be answered through qualitative or quantitative methods, or a mix of both. Identify the dominant method (quantitative or qualitative) for your proposed study.

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Week two additional information

I'm checking in! Remember to post your main post as supporting the designated side. So, if you are Side A (because your last name begins with an A to an M), then you will argue that students *should* be grouped according to ability. If your last name begins with an N to a Z, then you are on Side B and will argue that students should not be grouped according to ability. The content of your post should be equal to 2 pages of content. Please paste the content and also attach it as a .doc document to the post. Create an additional post where you share the articles you used for the main discussion...

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Discussion forum 6

After reading Chapter 87 reviewing the unit's content, and further researching the topic, post a two-paragraph response to the following:  Take an IQ test; there are many available for free online (example). While you are taking it, try to notice the questions and how you are being tested. Share your results, if you feel comfortable. Do you believe it truly reflects your intelligence? What are some things you can do to improve your intelligence? Why do you believe these things will improve your intelligence? Many argue that IQ tests only measure analytical intelligence. But other researchers...

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home work: | Psychology

Topic_Week2_Discussion.pdf You must post before seeing replies. Edit history will be available to instructors. Due Jan 16 50 points 14 Replies, 14 Unread Search entries or author... All Sort View Split Screen Expand Threads Back to Week at a Glance (h�ps://waldenu.instructure.com/courses/151568/modules/items/5984549) Psychologists have iden�fied a number of cogni�ve biases that lead to flawed thinking, which you have explored in this week’s Learning Resources and Learning Ac�vity. In this Discussion, you will examine how a specific cogni�ve bias has influenced your own thinking. You will...

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Assignment

Assignment Week 4 As children move through middle childhood, parental influence is accompanied by a number of outside influences that can shape and impact development during this stage. These outside influences include peers, schools, television/video games and stress. For this assignment, you will detail which outside influence you believe has a significant impact on middle childhood development outside of the home. You should include the following aspects: • Introduction to your chosen influence and why you chose it. • Research: Find two current (within the past 5-7 years) research articles...

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Media Influence and Youth

Do you feel there should be restrictions or filters to limit their exposure to media related to this content area? Why? If yes, what recommendations do you have to implement these?