Impulsivity

The real question is why was he so unaware of the challenges he would face? From the outside, Chris appeared to be the perfect candidate for surviving in the wild; he was bold, astute, and independent. Yet with bravery came impulsivity; with intelligence, pride; with independence, contempt. His audacious character led the way for decisions that would ultimately lead to his death. Rather than keep a map for backup, Chris craved the unknown so much that he discarded his only map…

Melissa was going through the motions of college until one day she admitted herself to a psychiatric hospital. She was cutting herself across her wrist; she was malingering, and was experiencing acute distress. At times, Melissa believed that her body was not real and therefore would cut herself to feel the pain in order to feel real. She also experienced mood fluctuations. She would express anger in an intense way and then quickly switch back to being “normal” and go throughout her day. The…

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common childhood disorders. ADHD can continue through adolescence and adulthood, but can be treated. ADHD is considered a lifelong disorder, whereby 30% to 70% of children with ADHD experience impairing symptoms in adulthood (J Adnorm 437). ADHD consist of a pattern of behavior that is multiple settings where it gives rise to social, educational, or work performance difficulties (Eur Child Adolesc Psychiatry, S44). ADHD has three…

The American Psychological Association defines psychology as: “the study of the mind and behavior. The discipline embraces all aspects of the human experience — from the functions of the brain to the actions of nations, from child development to care for the aged.” Psychology, or at least the study of the mind and behavior, has been around since Antiquity, with some of the earliest instances tracing back to almost 3,000 years ago in Egypt and Greece. It has gone from ideas of the human soul and…

As Atticus Finch teaches his daughter in To Kill A Mockingbird, ‘(...) if you can learn a simple trick, Scout, you’ll get along a lot better with all kinds of folks, You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view (...) until you climb into his skin and walk around in it’” (Lee 39). Empathy is one of the most important parts of human life. It allows people to achieve a deeper understanding of the thoughts and emotions others may experience. This value is a…

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is known as a disorder that is misdiagnosed just to put hyper or difficult kids on medication. ADHD has a wide range of symptoms which everyone at some point will display. Everyone can display symptoms of ADHD but that does not mean that everyone struggles with the symptoms like those with ADHD. ADHD is the most common disorder among children. ADHD does not only effect children. ADHD can carry into adulthood. I struggle everyday due to ADHD. Life…

Jack the Ripper, The Milwaukee Monster, Zodiac Killer, The Baby Farm Killer, Night Stalker, and The Freeway Killer are all notorious for committing heinous crimes. Their murderous acts and intense media attention has made them infamous. What lies beneath the surface and in the minds of these people are what “normal” people are curious about, what makes a person become so cruel and evil? Are killers born or created? The answers to these questions continue to be studied, however, it is clear…

experienced more days than not and must occur over a duration of one year in adolescence. Rachel fits the diagnostic criteria for early onset as her family first seeked treatment at the age of seven. At that time the symptoms of restlessness, impulsivity, and distractibility were only discussed as her mother thought her other symptoms were normal or considered “good phases.” It is common that individuals with cyclothymic disorder seek treatment, because of their peers. Rachel’s mother currently…

Research reported by Hay and Forrest (2006) showed that 84 percent of their findings illustrated a high correlation between self-control and criminal behaviors. The study used data collected from a sample of children within the United States. The study included children between the ages of 7 and 15. This study tested two hypotheses, the first hypothesis wanted to determine the initial point where most kids showed the greatest stability of self-control. The second hypothesis, “involved the role…

During this semester I have the opportunity to do my field experience at Morris Elementary School. Morris Elementary believes that all children will be college or career ready after graduating. Also according to the “No Child Left Behind Act”, they provide a safe and nurturing environment where every child can learn and grow, there are highly qualified teacher preparing children for the future. Every classroom is very cultural diverse which allows students to develop a better understanding of…