PSY 663 Topic 1 Discussions GCU Topic 1 DQ 1 Explain how social psychology is different from sociology, psychology, and other subfields of psychology. Why is there a need for social psychology as a unique scientific field different from the subfields of psychology?   ADDITIONAL INFORMATION  The difference between social psychology and other subfields of […]

PSY 115 Week 7 Discussion Make It a Habit PSY 115 Week 7 Discussion Make It a Habit PSY 115 Week 8 Discussion Fixed-Mindset Triggers “Fixed-Mindset Triggers” Please respond to the following: From mindsetonline.com, please read the “How can you change from a fixed mindset to a growth mindset?” page, and then respond to the following questions: […]

PSY 115 Week 9 Discussion Try, Try Again PSY 115 Week 10 Discussion How You Think About Stress Matters “How You Think About Stress Matters” Please respond to the following: Please watch this TED Talk, “Kelly McGonigal: How To Make Stress Your Friend”  and then respond to the following questions: What factors contribute the most to stress in your life right now? […]

PSY 102 Grand Canyon Week 7 Discussion 2   Compare and contrast behavioral therapy with cognitive therapy. Which types of psychological disorders are best treated by each form of therapy?   ADDITIONAL DETAILS  Compare and contrast behavioral therapy with cognitive therapy Introduction Behavioral therapy is based on the idea that thoughts and feelings result from […]

PSY 102 Week 6 DQ 1 Take the Jung Typology Test using the following website: http://www.humanmetrics.com/cgi-win/jtypes2.asp. How can knowing and understanding personality types help you to develop healthy relationships with others?   ADDITIONAL INFORMATION  Jung Typology Test Introduction The Jung Typology Test (JTI) is a self-report inventory designed to identify a person’s preferred psychological type. The […]

PSY 102 Week 5 DQ 2 Consider some examples of personal stressors as well as daily hassles in your life. How do you manage or cope with these stressors? Do you use different coping strategies to address different types of stress such as personal stressors versus daily hassles? Explain.   ADDITIONAL INFORMATION  Personal stressors and […]

PSY 102 Week 3 DQ 2 Distinguish between the terms sex and gender. Why is it significant to understand the difference? Explain how gender identity is formed and influenced by parents, teachers, community/society, and media. Provide examples to illustrate how these influence gender development.   ADDITIONAL INFORMATION  Distinguishing the terms sex and gender Introduction The terms sex and […]

PSY 102 Week 2 DQ 2 Select one drug classification, stimulants, hallucinogens, opiates, or depressants. Describe how drugs in this category affect/alter a person’s conscious state. Provide examples of drugs that fall into the category that you selected.   ADDITIONAL INFORMATION  The effects of stimulants on a person’s conscious state Introduction Stimulants are drugs that […]

PSY 102 Week 2 DQ 1 Select a sleep disorder – insomnia, sleep apnea, sleepwalking narcolepsy. Describe the sleep disorder and possible causes that may lead to the sleep disorder. Considering the possible causes and the information you read about the disorder, what are some possible treatments?   ADDITIONAL DETAILS  Sleep disorders Introduction Sleep disorders […]

PSY 102 Week 1 DQ 2 Review the research-related subfields in psychology in chapter one of your textbook. Which subfield is most relevant to your academic interests? Professional interests? Personal interests? Explain why.   ADDITIONAL DETAILS  Subfields in psychology Introduction Psychology is a fascinating field that covers many different subject areas. There are many specialties […]