discussions

DISCUSSION 1

What is emerging adulthood ? What are the biological, psychological, social factors that influence this period of development?

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DISCUSSION 2

Sexual orientation is defined as, "an enduring sexual attraction towards members of either one's own sex (homosexual orientation), the other sex (heterosexual orientation), or both sexes (bisexual orientation)" (Myers & DeWall, 2019, p. 178).

After studying the scientific evidence in the section on sexual orientation in your textbook (Myers & DeWall, 2019, pages 178 - 183), what is your conclusion/position about the origin (causes) of differing sexual orientations?

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DISCUSSION 3

A classmate tells you that he has purchased audiotapes that he listens to through headphones while he sleeps at night that will help him lose weight, stop smoking, and improve his memory. He also tells you he believes in the scientific validity of extrasensory perception (ESP). After studying chapter six, what would you tell him about the scientific evidence relevant to his two claims? Does the scientific evidence support his use of the audiotapes to change himself and his belief in ESP?

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DISCUSSION 4

Your neighbors say that they don't believe spanking their children (corporal punishment) or allowing them to watch violent movies and play violent video games does any harm. Respond to the following two questions: 1) According to the scientific evidence in Chapter 7, are your neighbors correct in their assumption about the harmlessness of spanking and exposure to violent media? 2) After your study of Chapter 7, what is your own conclusion/position on the use of corporal punishment with your own children and whether you would restrict your children from viewing violent media (movies, video games, etc.)?

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DISCUSSION 5

According to the scientific evidence presented in Chapter 8 (and other chapters in the textbook), how likely is it that accurate memories of childhood sexual abuse can be repressed and then recovered?

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DISCUSSION 6

What does the scientific evidence presented in Chapter 9 suggest about the relative contributions of nature (genetics/biology) and nurture (environment, social learning) in the origin of human intelligence?

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DISCUSSION 7

What does a polygraph machine (commonly referred to as a "lie detector") actually measure and, following your study of chapter ten, how scientifically valid are they for detecting lies? Does the scientific evidence support the use of polygraph testing?

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DISCUSSION 8

Does stress directly cause illness? Of the stress reduction strategies described in Chapter 11, which have you tried? Did they help you reduce and/or manage your personal stress?

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DISCUSSION 9

What roles do the internet and the various forms of social media play in creating and reinforcing group polarization ? How might people guard against the confirmation bias and group polarization ?

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DISCUSSION 10

Take the free Big Five Personality Test . Do you think these results accurately reflect your personality as you see it? Why or why not?

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DISCUSSION 11

According to data presented in Chapter 14, do psychological disorders (mental illness) increase the probability that a person suffering with them might act out violently? Can mental health professionals accurately predict who is likely to do harm?

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DISCUSSION 12

If you or a loved one were in need of professional mental health care, what type of mental health professional and what type of treatment would you prefer to receive? Explain your reasons why.

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