Behavioral/Operant Theory in Language Acquisition
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Theorist B.F. Skinner, one of the central behavioral scientists who developed his operant theory, argued that the process of learning and language acquisition was subject to the same element that impact operant responses to stimuli and that individuals are shaped by their environment and the responses of others to their process of language acquisition. This 5 page paper reflects the central arguments of Skinner regarding verbal behavior and considers the implications for the acquisition of language skills. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Operatnb.wps

Behaviorism And Preschool
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10 pages in length. Preschool is a time of many challenges for both student and teacher, inasmuch as this particular age group is just learning the tenets of social behavior outside the otherwise insulated aspect of family life. Utilizing the concept of behaviorism within the preschool setting provides the teacher - and parent - with the capacity to identify various behaviors and modify them in order to attain a better academic outcome. The extent to which behaviorism asserts that observable conduct represents the only true aspect of the science of psychology is both grand and far-reaching; that autistic preschoolers represent one population where behaviorism is particularly beneficial speaks to how this approach is both widespread and effective. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: TLCBehavPreS.rtf

Being a Good Father
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A 3 page paper which discusses the qualities and characteristics of a good father. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: RAgoodft.rtf

Bipolar Disorder With Biographical Sketch
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A 14 page paper. The essay includes the definition, incidence, causes and symptoms of this mental illness and discusses the difficulty of diagnosing early onset of bipolar disorder. One of the issues with youth is the similarity to ADHD symptoms. The most effective treatment interventions are explained. The last section discusses suicide among bipolar disorder patients. A biographical sketch of a real person with bipolar disorder are intermingled in the text. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: PGbiplr3.rtf

Birth Order
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A 5 page essay comparing Adler's ideas on birth order with those on development by Erikson and Freud, using Erikson's study on Martin Luther. The writer also makes a brief comparison to Sulloway. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Brthordr.wps

Birth Order & Its Effect on Cognitive Development and Learning
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A 20 page overview of the impacts, both perceived and assumed, of birth order on cognitive development and learning. Provides an extensive review of the literature and makes suggestions for additional research. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: Birthcog.wps

Birth Order and Parental Attachment
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A 6 page overview of parental attachment and its relation to birth order. Discusses the need for additional research on parental attachment. Uses the literature discussing the importance of family structure to individual development and achievement to illuminate the importance of birth order. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: PPbrthOP.wps