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• Posted Take Aways to Psy 1001 section 26 Spring 2012
  The concepts that I will remember most about Psychology were the ones from Chapter 3. This chapter was one of the more difficult ones being that it was about the neurological aspects of the body. I was really intrigued learning...
• Commented on The Apple Doesn't Fall Far From the Tree
  I can relate to this article. Alcoholism runs in my family and in my earlier years of college I could definitely feel the disease grabbing a hold of me. Now being older and having experience of drinking and the negative...
• Commented on Alcohol VS Marijuana Debate
  I agree that there are benefits to both but in extreme moderation! Drinking a glass of wine has been proven to reduce your risk for cardiovascular disease but that is only a glass every few days. Smoking marijuana is prescribed...
• Commented on You Look So Good in Those Genes
  Sounds to me like eugenics is taking over yet again. What goes around, comes around. Pretty soon, employers and mates will start to look for that certain "type" or "construct" and everything or everyone else is not a good fit....
• Commented on "I Work Out!"
  I can relate to this blog. I am currently in Zumba and kickboxing classes and find myself pushing harder when there is a big group there with me. It drives me to "beat" them and get competitive. In the end,...
• Commented on And the final rose goes to...
  I have heard of reality dating shows having psychologists around to do just as you stated above. The bachelor is a great example of how the contestants are almost "tricked" into falling in love so fast. They are given these...
• Commented on Do well on the SAT or you're out of luck?
  I was one of those people who just walked in after a night a partying and took the SAT. I completely agree it is straight forward and you are tested on things you should already know. I got a great...
• Commented on Minnesota, eh?
  I am from Iowa and when I first moved here last year, I even felt out of place and some culture shock if you will. I continue to get called out for having an accent. It is mind boggling to...
• Posted Spend Money Now..Lose Weight, Maybe? to Psy 1001 section 26 Spring 2012
  We have all stayed up late flipping through channels and the only thing that is on are commercials to sell you this and that to lose weight. But do these pills, plans, or gadgets really work? While I have been...
• Commented on The Final Push
  I agree with taking a step back. I use this strategy especially in math situations. My brain becomes so focused on one aspect of the problem that I can't wrap my mind around the gaps or the big picture. When...
• Commented on Please, Keep your Food Down!
  I struggle with the idea that Bulimia is correlated with genetic factors. While that may be the case, in my opinion I think it stems more from society and the "right" image that so called role models portray is the...
• Commented on Homework Should Never Be Done Alone
  There are significant pros and cons to working in group settings on homework. There is always the situation where one student does all the work and everyone copies. But how do you know that they know what they are talking...
• Commented on The Call of the Wild
  I agree that animals communicate. I always know when my dog is happy, sad, or in a "fight or flight stage." If you have experience being around animals and know what to look for, exactly what you stated, then you...
• Commented on Monkey Say, Monkey Do?
  I agree with the statements above. The way animals communicate is similar to the way humans communicate. The different calls that these monkeys are using is kind of like the different laughs or tones humans use in everyday dialect. Depending...
• Commented on Connection or Disconnect : Autism and Siblings
  I completely agree with your article and the comments. I think that the sibling of an autistic child does indeed sense that their sibling is "unique not different" and that they should protect them in any way. While I have...
• Commented on Pike's Peak- a conditioned stimulus
  It's ironic that you chose Cadillac for the advertisement. Some of my marketing classes have showed similar commercials that portray Cadillac as being the car for the younger generation and not just for the older folks. After learning more about...
• Commented on Sex, Sensuality and Salad
  I have to say this is the only funny blog I've read. I remember seeing the Carl's Junior commercial with Kim and the burger, but not with the premium salads. Seems like Carls Jr. is now using Classical Conditioning to...
• Commented on Sex, Sensuality and Salad
  I have to say this is the only funny blog I've read. I remember seeing the Carl's Junior commercial with Kim and the burger, but not with the premium salads. Seems like Carls Jr. is now using Classical Conditioning to...
• Commented on When I Say Three, You Will Be A...
  This brings back the great memories of being hypnotized. I have been hypnotized multiple times and each being a different experience from my peers. I was aware of my actions and able to recall most situations I was asked to...
• Commented on take another look
  When trying to write my blog post I came across this illusion as well. I thought it was missed placed in my search because I was totally fooled. At first I did not even see the woman sitting at the...
• Commented on Mosquito Ringtone
  It is very funny that you used to do that in class. Would have to agree with your parents on the situation with your dog and the loud music. My crazy old neighbors bought this device used to prevent dogs...
• Posted Mind Your Step or Mind Your Eyes? to Psy 1001 section 26 Spring 2012
  Walking by this 3D image on the pavement you may not notice that you are falling off the cliff or whether you yourself should be saving someone. Think again. It is all just an illusion that a team of...
• Commented on How much should you work out in a week?
  I'm not sure if it is how long or the type of exercise we do is what we should focus on anymore. With obesity increasing in the country, the problem seems to be starting from what people are putting in...
• Commented on Why is she so attractive? It's called Photoshop......
  I would completely agree with the argument that a Halo Effect is occurring in today's society of celebrities and pop culture. It has become more and more difficult to determine if what I am reading or seeing in magazines, billboards,...
• Posted Personality: Not Permanent --Christie Kleen to Psy 1001 section 26 Spring 2012
  The chapter on Personality struck me in many ways. As a transfer student here to the University, I remember who I was before coming here and who I am in the present. Moving here was scary, exciting, adventurous, but...