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• Posted Developmental Psychology and Everyday life. to Psychology 1001 Sections 10-11 Spring 2012
  Throughout the course we covered many different topics that varied in my personal interest.Though at first I wasn't thrilled to learn about topics like the anatomy of the brain and their psychological functions among other things, I began to warm...
• Commented on Positive Attitude after A Big Deal
  Another great example of this is in the show pawn stars. Everyone wants to start high and go low. It forces the least stubborn person to settle on a price and gives makes them fear they won't get what they...
• Commented on Similarity=Comfort？
  I can share the opinion that diversity does contribute positively to life. I definitely have a group of friends and we all share similar characteristics but I think its really improtant not to limit yourself to hanging out with the...
• Commented on Middle is First
  I can definitely agree with you hear. Other findings have stated that firstborns have different traits but I think you hit the nail on the head here. I am the oldest of three with a younger brother and even younger...
• Commented on When all you know is a lie.
  I definitely agree that as a society we need to promote Alzheimer's awareness. Part of the reason it is lacks promotion is probably due to the fact that it is a touchy subject for a lot of people who have...
• Commented on Regression as Defense Mechanism
  We both can probably agree that regression is probably the most commonly used defense mechanism especially for college age students. This is mostly because in my opinion, nostalgia is one of the most powerful human emotions and can have great...
• Commented on coping strategies for stress
  This chapter came along at a very good time, as these last few weeks are undoubtedly the most stressful for me. But you are completely right, these strategies are easier said than done. Personally, when I first find out about...
• Commented on First kid, the smartest one?
  I would have to disagree with all of Adler's assumptions about personality traits in firstborns. Though there may be a trend supporting it, I would definitely consider myself an outlier. I am a first born and am lower in conscientiousness...
• Commented on Asian Parents are STRICT!
  It sounds like your parents were on the strict side of authoritative parenting style. They were extremely strict but also showered you with affection. I can relate in the way that my parents also used one end of the authoritative...
• Posted Peers vs Parents to Psychology 1001 Sections 10-11 Spring 2012
  Our book contains a paragraph regarding the Peers vs parents argument, referencing a study done by Judith Harris. Harris proposes a group socialization theory, a theory that claims that an individual's peers have more influence than one's parents. This study,...
• Commented on Harry Harlow's loving monkeys
  This serves as a testament to the fact that touch is an extremely strong and influential sense. It's weird to think about the history of things like hugging and how norms base on touch have remained throughout history, and as...
• Commented on Calculus Frustration
  I think there are many people that share your same frustration myself included. Math, especially calculus, seems to be one of the hardest subjects to over come the metal set. My problem is that I can't apply the general rules...
• Commented on Knock knock. Who's there? BANANA.
  Great post. This is a great example of how psychology plays into everyday life. While taking this course you are constantly thinking of psychological concepts that apply to your everyday work and habits. It goes to show that having at...
• Commented on Eliciting Emotions Through Advertisement
  I plan to major in Marketing and minor in psychology so this post is particularly interesting to me. This type of marketing is really effective because it tries to counter the negative connotations that real life examples of cigarette smokers...
• Commented on Where did I put that?
  Though probably far out of sight, Alzheimer's is one of my greatest fears for the future. I found the prevention tips useful and will keep them in mind for sure. Though technology is improving undoubtedly and treatment for the disease...
• Commented on Our Brain is Like a ... Palace.
  This is technique is extremely interesting to me because I often find myself forgetting to do simple, petty things that I have on a checklist in my head like getting my laundry, cleaning something, sending an email. etc. I definitely...
• Commented on Like Father Like Son...Kinda?
  I agree with you completely. Though it is very well possible that our genes can have an effect on our behavior, etc., how we perceive the world around us is the ultimate factor. Growing up, my dad didn't do a...
• Posted Do you snore? Get rid of sleep apnea and enjoy your dreams to Psychology 1001 Sections 10-11 Spring 2012
  I myself and a snorer and have been told that it is pretty bad, but I didn't really think about it cause who cares if your sleeping right? Well it turns out that I quite possibly have a case of...
• Commented on Like Father Like Son...Kinda?
  I agree with you completely. Though it is very well possible that our genes can have an effect on our behavior, etc., how we perceive the world around us is the ultimate factor. Growing up, my dad didn't do a...
• Commented on Grand Theft Childhood?
  Although children who play violent games during adolescence may be more likely to commit violent acts later in life, we can use the principle of correlation vs causation. Like you present, studies show no direct correlation. I have read articles...
• Commented on Supertasters
  Found this especially interesting because for myself it seems like my taste preferences have narrowed as I am getting older. I used to enjoy, or at least not mind, a lot of foods that I don't care too much for...
• Posted Illusory Correlation to Psychology 1001 Sections 10-11 Spring 2012
  The illusory correlation is the perception of thinking we see a correlation between two different things when really none exists. This is something we, as human beings do naturally and it is an inescapable fact of everyday life. In our...