Psychology

For this discussion, select either Topic A or Topic B.

Topic A:

For this discussion, select either Topic A or Topic B.

Topic A:

Describe the position of a biologically-oriented or trait-oriented personality theorist and the position of a social learning-oriented theorist. Explore the differences and the implications of the theoretical positions for rehabilitating prisoners.

Topic B:

Describe the position of a social psychologist who approves of deceptive and stressful research designs (if the stress does no lasting harm), and the position of a social psychologist who does not approve of this type of research. After completing the descriptions, state the values each psychologist (probably) holds, to take the position she or he does.