Evaluating Theories of Cognitive Development

Assignment: Evaluating Theories of Cognitive Development Babies’ brains begin to develop while they are still in the womb. They develop the ability to move their limbs, swallow, and perform other early cognitive-based tasks. As you may have observed if you have been around young children, their cognitive development seems to advance rapidly and with great […]

problems associated with the prediction of suicide.

If the warning signs of depression are left untreated, the person may have a higher rate of suicide attempts and of completed suicides. Discuss the problems associated with the prediction of suicide. There is an organization devoted to suicide research and prevention. On their website they have a list of warning signs. Follow this link […]

Biopsychological Analysis of a Neuropsychological Disorder 

Final Project: Biopsychological Analysis of a Neuropsychological Disorder In your Final Project, you will synthesize an overview of the major theories relating to the pathology of a disorder as well as provide a detailed discussion of the etiology (causes) and clinical interventions, using research to support your analysis.  Your topic will be the neuropsychological disorder […]

Lily began supervising an intern, Jack. A few months after supervision began, Lily discovered that she would need to go on medical leave. Because the leave would only be for about six weeks and she was the only licensed mental health professional in the office

Clinical Supervision For this assignment, you will refer to the Course Case Study. Reread the case study, looking specifically at issues related to clinical supervision. Examine the ACA’s ethical guidelines related to the issue of supervision in Section F and answer the following questions: Course Case Study Lily began supervising an intern, Jack. A few […]

Traumatic Brain Injury

Traumatic Brain Injury: Jefferson’s Case When new parents are expecting a baby, they rarely consider the possibility that the baby could have significant challenges. For those who have children with severe, multiple disabilities, planning for the future is a critical, lifelong process and requires considerable investments of time and effort, while potentially causing significant stress […]

Positive Psychology and Spirituality

Assignment 2: Positive Psychology and Spirituality Substance abuse counseling lends itself nicely to the integration of positive psychology and spirituality. While both of these therapy approaches have been explored for many years, the integration into substance abuse counseling is a relatively new development. As such, many clients may not be aware of the techniques in […]

Development Throughout the Lifespan

Assignment 2: LASA 1: Development Throughout the Lifespan Erikson and Freud are two of the few theorists who have developed a lifespan approach to development. Freud’s approach to development was psychosexual while Erikson’s was psychosocial. Even though Freud’s theory is better known, Erikson’s theory remains a leading and very much applied model in personality and […]

Developmental psychologists study physical, cognitive, and social changes from womb to tomb.

To prepare for this discussion, please read Chapter 4 of your textbook. In addition, watch Babies and read “Independence and Interdependence in Children’s Developmental Experiences”.  You must also find one scholarly article to inform your thinking (see instructions below). Finally, review Instructor Guidance and Announcements. In this discussion, you will consider development across cultures by […]

Discuss why you think plagiarism is so problematic in higher  education today

Finding one’s academic voice is an important part of development when  dedicating one’s self to earning a degree. However, it is not always  easy. Sometimes we lack the confidence (self-efficacy) and think our  words are not good enough. Other times, managing our time becomes  difficult and taking short cuts seems like our only way out. […]

Rationale for seeking specialization in a clinical counseling-related program

School of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Department of Counseling Clinical counseling-related programs: To be considered for admission into the Capella clinical counseling programs, you must submit all required application materials. However, submitting your materials does not guarantee admission. Program faculty will evaluate your materials and make the final decision on your admission. • Marriage and […]