We all encounter challenges. Some challenges presented to us are simple to handle, while others can push us far beyond the safety of our comfort zone. Yet for many of us, overcoming challenges can ultimately make us stronger, more resilient, and better capable of managing change, no matter how stressful such changes might be. In […]

Informed consent refers to the process through which a counsellor ensures that the client is aware of the potential risks and benefits associated with therapy, assessment, research, and/or other activities in which they may engage. Informed consent means that the client voluntarily agrees to the counselling process, has a right to understand its implications, and […]

Marcus et al (2014) article, “Is the Dodo bird endangered in the 21st century? A meta-analysis of treatment comparison studies” using above article, can we further support the debate that the Dodo Bird Verdict/hypothesis (treatment equivalency), states no treatment is superior to the other rather they all are equally equivalent? We could argue here using […]

Describe current theories of biological aging, both at the level of DNA and body cells and at the level of tissues and organs. Describe the impact of SES, nutrition, and exercise on health, and discuss obesity in adulthood. How does psychological stress affect health? Describe the impact of a college education on young people’s lives, […]

It was found that elementary-school children who made high scores on a vocabulary test also tended to make high scores on a test of physical strength and muscular coordination. Positive or negative? – Positive Explanation 1: Explanation 2:

Step 1: BIOGRAPHY 1. Find a Senior Citizen Participant (70+) Choose a senior citizen to analyze – please make sure they are ok with it first! Examples include: grandparents, friends of family, historical figures, or contacting a local retirement home and work with someone there. TASK: Find out who your participant is – what are […]

Research indicates that trauma can have a lasting impact on children and adolescents as well as an immediate impact. As counselors, it is important to have a good understating of the long- and short-term impact of trauma as well as common risk factors. Analyze the long-term effect of trauma on children and adolescents. Include the […]

What is the difference between sexual arousal and sexual behavior? Does intensity of sexual arousal determine behavior? How would factors such as evaluation of behavior and cognitive appraisal of arousal affect the sexual arousal – sexual behavior relationship?

What has been your personal experience in groups (i.e., friends, family, siblings, etc.) and what role (leader, follower, humorist, nay-sayer, cheerleader, critic, etc.) do you typically occupy in the group(s)? Based on what you know about yourself now, why do you believe you typically occupy this role? What are some positive qualities of the role? […]

When is applying to master’s degree programs a good idea? when your academic track record may need to be bolstered before you will be competitive for a PhD program when you want to be called “doctor” when you hope to gain a position as an instructor at a university when you have no idea what […]