Entries by Daphne Hanson

Explain how the emotional effects of illness

Explain how the emotional effects of illness (as described in… Explain how the emotional effects of illness (as described in chapter 13) may have influenced the mother’s behavior. As an allied health care provider, explain how you would respond to the mother if she made those comments to you, rather than to her son. Explain […]

What were Sigmund freud contributions to psychology

What were Sigmund freud contributions to psychology and how has it evolved to today? Freud was the founder of psychoanalysis and introduced influential theories such as: his ideas of the conscious and unconscious; the id, ego, and superego; dream interpretation; and psychosexual development. How influential are Freud’s in today’s society? Others developed theories that reflected […]

Algorithmic filtering and personalization

Algorithmic filtering and personalization (e.g., targeted advertising, recommender systems, customized news feeds on social media) are helpful tools that allow people to navigate the overwhelming information online. However, they are not without problems. Which of the following is not associated with algorithmic filtering and personalization?   Increased exposure to diverse perspectives Creation of “filter bubbles”, […]

A prevalent savings scheme in retirement plans

A prevalent savings scheme in retirement plans (e.g., 401(k)s in the US) is “matching contributions,” where employers match some portion of the amount that employees contribute to their retirement accounts. What is the best way to describe this effort at changing employees’ savings behaviours? What type of retirement plan will Some employers contribute matching funds […]

A prevalent savings scheme in retirement plans

A prevalent savings scheme in retirement plans (e.g., 401(k)s in the US) is “matching contributions,” where employers match some portion of the amount that employees contribute to their retirement accounts. What is the best way to describe this effort at changing employees’ savings behaviours? A 401(k) plan is a tax-advantaged plan that offers a way […]

There can be controversial discussions in the mental health field about terminology

There can be controversial discussions in the mental health field about terminology and whilst psychosocial disability is defined as disabilities that may arise from mental health issues. Whilst not everyone who has a mental health issue will experience psychosocial disability, those that do can experience severe effects and social disadvantage What is the most controversial type […]

Dividing attention in the classroom reduces exam performance.

Dividing attention in the classroom reduces exam performance. Adequately contextualize  research findings within the wider scientific literature.  Discussion of future direction and any research questions remaining. Even when there is little or no selection or switching effect, divided attention reduces retention of the targets for both tasks. The effect of divided attention on retention is one […]