Essays, Research Papers & Analyses
Essays, Research Papers & Analyses
As a poet and author, I take pride in my written assignments. Read on to see how I combine my passions for language, research, and psychology.
(Foundations of Addictions) Case Study: Alcoholism
The intervention of Robert, a 65-year-old alcoholic, & an evaluation of his treatment efficiency.
(Assessment & Testing) Case Study Final: Hyperactivity in a Child
The referral, test results, & recommendations for Arthur, a 12-year-old boy struggling with restlessness and difficulty concentrating.
Instructor Feedback: You did an excellent job in this assignment. You described the case thoroughly. In addition, you did an excellent job detailing how the data will be analyzed and presented to the stakeholders. You provided a thorough description of the client's behaviors and response to testing. You also adequately described the benefits and limitations of the tests given to the client. You did an excellent job of detailing the benefits and limitations of the tests and testing environment. Your incorporation of the APA ethical code was well done because it detailed how the code applies to the case study. Your work has shown you are a deep thinker and able to synthesize the information and draw conclusions.
(Cognition) Clinical Intervention Proposal for Children with ADHD
The research and implementation of a two-part virtual intervention for children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.
(Abnormal Psychology) Mental Health in Children: How do psychological disorders develop?
A research paper reviewing five articles that discuss psychological disorder development and mental health concerns. In addition, a research gap and further investigation is proposed in order to further answer the question, "How do psychological disorders develop in children?"
Learn how this assignment relates to my career here.
(Research Methods) Read A Research Paper: Workplace Wellness Programs Can Generate Savings
A paper activity summarizing and explaining the aspects of a research paper.
Learn how this project relates to ethics here.
(Research Methods) Project One: Develop A Research Plan
A detailed study outline testing the hypothesis that psychological resilience leads to better mental health in children.
This project gave me an appreciation for research that I didn’t previously understand. The last study or experiment that I designed was likely in grade school; while I knew I could rely on what I had learned thus far in this course, I was intimidated. However, through the prompts, I realized that I was capable of more than I expected. Because of this project, I believe I retained the most important aspects of Research Methods: proper accreditation, ethics, and a desire to learn.
Learn how this project relates to ethics here.
(Research Methods) Project Two: Critique A Research Study
A critique of each aspect of the study "Casual Deviance and the Attribution of Moral Responsibility". I chose this study because the topic of moral responsibility fascinates me. The researchers attempt to measure something that I always presumed was unmeasurable. Participants must judge and determine to what degree a subject is a hero or criminal based on incredibly specific interventions.
This assignment was similar to an advanced version of "Read a Research Paper". Learn how it relates to my career here.
(Community Psychology) Annotated Bibliographies
A collection of article annotations relevant to community psychology course concepts such as development, resilience, and change.
(Community Psychology) Final Project
An essay connecting my professional goals with community psychology. Key concepts of community psychology are examined through the lens of a therapy student, community member, and as applicable to stakeholders. The mental healthcare system, as well as discrepancies in such, is applied and critiqued as well.
(Wellness) The Wellness Implications of Gender-Affirming Care
A critical analysis of gender-affirming care through a social sciences perspective. Topics include gender-affirming care bans, issues in American healthcare, discrimination, neurodiversity, therapy, and social work.
(Cognition) Assistive Technology in Special Education
A detailed analysis of the current research on learning-assistive technology as well as personal critiques, praises, and suggestions for future research.
Instructor Feedback: Instructor Feedback (by rubric category): I really enjoyed this topic! It is very relevant! You've given a well-detailed explanation of why you selected it, which is greatly appreciated. Nice work on your first primary source! Good inclusion of the limitations here. Good thorough discussion of the methodology being used! Well done with your explanation of the measurements and sample size. The findings are quite interesting! This is a nice explanation of why the conclusions each article can draw are different! Impressive comparison of the types of research being reported, the level of detail, and the intended audience of your publications. You have shown expertise in both grammar usage and sentence construction with your answers. Good inclusion of citations in your work!
(Criminal Psychology) Domestic Terrorism Criminal Profile
The criminal profile of Seung-Hui Cho. This includes a demographic summary, psycho-behavioral risk assessors, and a theoretical analysis of a mass-murder crime.
Professor Feedback: Kate, I am very impressed how well you researched this case and applied the many factors, theories etc., to him and his crimes. It was not an easy paper, very challenging, extremely interesting and you handled with steady intelligence and drive. I hope you are planning to continue your studies into graduate school? You would do well, and if so, I would be more than happy to write you a Letter of Recommendation. Great job, Warm regards, Prof. Walters.
(Statistical Literacy) Project Two: Opinions of Same-Sex Marriage Across the Regional United States
(Statistical Literacy) Project Three: Comparing Races' Beliefs on Discrimination
(Abnormal Psychology) Milestone Activity 5: Disassociation
This assignment explains the four experienced "D"s in psychological disorders: dysfunction, distress, deviance, and danger.
(Cross-Cultural Psychology) Chapter 4: Altered States of Consciousness
A journal entry addressing relevant chapter content. I included this piece here specifically because of the discussion of altered states of consciousness. These relate to suggestibility, bias, and critical thinking.
(Theories of Personality) Humanistic Personality Theory
A journal entry analyzing and applying the humanism tradition in personality theories.
(Theories of Social Psychology) Using Social Psychology Theories to Promote DEI
A final review project discussing how I can promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in relation to bias, stereotyping, growth mindsets, and other theories of Social Psychology.
(Introduction to Criminal Justice) Juvenile Justice
A table organizer describing terms and processing within the juvenile justice system, as well as the skills required for working in the field.
Learn how this relates to social justice here.
(Social Issues & Decision Making) The Trans Rights Movement
A final essay outlining the current (February 2025) state of the trans rights movement in America. I lay out the social theories and constructs that contribute to this issue, some background including the Stonewall Uprising, and ethical considerations for researchers.
This relates to social justice here.
(Childhood Development) Word Analysis
A brief paper connecting three genetic terms and three environmental terms to childhood development.
(Adolescent and Emerging Adult Development) Neglect Informational Handbook
A handbook in essay format providing critical information on the impact of child neglect on older children. This is a helpful resource for students, case workers, and parents looking to protect or prevent child maltreatment. Other key topics include cognition, identity, transitioning to adulthood, and culture.
This relates to social justice here.
(Disorders of Childhood/Adolescence) Dyscalculia Project Milestone One
A bibliography and notes review of initial sources used for the final project. Seven scholarly articles, including symptoms of Dyscalculia, lived experiences, and studies proposing interventions are briefly summarized.
(Psychology and Social Change) Advocacy Project Milestone One
A bibliography of social advocacy scholarly articles to gather concepts for the final project. Five scholarly articles are reviewed, presenting social change theories and examples of current social movements. Learn how this assignment relates to my career here.
(Psychology and Social Change) Advocacy Project Milestone Two
A short paper dissecting my personal social change identity and how psychological motives contribute to it. Learn how this connects to social justice here
(Psychology and Social Change) Advocacy Project Milestone Three
A short paper connecting psychological theories and concepts to social advocacy efforts. Learn how this relates to ethics here.
(Psychology and Social Change) Module Three Journal Activity
An expansion upon what motivates my social change identity, including personal and social influences. I also reflect on decreasing cognitive dissonance when participating in social change.
(Psychology and Social Change) Project One
A brief essay connecting ideas of social change identity from previous modules.
(Psychology and Social Change) Module Seven Journal Activity
A short response to a case study analyzing leadership styles, motivations, and strategies when facing conflict. Learn how this relates to self-care here.
(Psychology and Social Change) Project Two
A three-page advocacy agenda and description of the cause for medically neglected children. Learn how this relates to emotional intelligence here.