Article Review Regarding Defense and Resistance in Psychoanalysis
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This 5 page paper provides a review of an article b y Uri Lowental entitled Defense and Resistance in the Psychoanalytic Process. The article is summarized and evaluated. Bibliography list 3 sources.
Filename: SA151psy.rtf

Autism / Changing Child's Behavior
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A 5 page analysis of three journal articles, each focusing on a different process for changing the behavior of children with autism. Two articles are 'review of the literature' types, one dealing with Cognitive Behavior Modification, the other dealing with Visuo-Spatial Cues; the third article is a case study teaching preschoolers self-monitoring techniques. All three present valuable information in this field. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: Autism1.rtf

Autism According to Uta Frith
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This 5 page paper critically evaluates Frith's "Autism: Explaining the Enigma." Autism is discussed in a general sense. No additional sources cited.
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Basics of the Insanity Defense
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10 pages. This paper explains some theories of the insanity defense used in a court of law, including the first use of the insanity defense, some cases that actually used the insanity defense, and personal opinions regarding the use of the insanity defense. Note to student: This model paper gives the facts and findings of the pertinent research, but the personal opinions of the insanity defense is one the student will want to include based on his or her own feelings. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: JGAinsne.wps

Bipolar Disorder
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A 5 page paper which provides a general overview of bipolar disorder. In this mental illness the sufferer experiences incredibly high emotional and creative levels which are followed by devastatingly low depressions. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: RAbipolr.rtf

Borderline Personality Disorder
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5 pages in length. Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is primarily caused by a defect in early development and attachment. This disorder causes the individual to search for some type of protective, nurturing relationship that they feel ultimately makes up for what they did not receive during their formative years; however, this search most often leads to a superficial mend time and time again, rather than one that is substantive. By employing cognitive behavioral and family therapies, one can gain a significantly better idea of how involved treatment is for this particular mental disorder. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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Borderline Personality Disorder
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This 5 page report discusses the psychiatric disorder known as “Borderline Personality Disorder.” BPD affects an estimated five million Americans. Patients with borderline personality disorder make up 20 percent of psychiatric inpatients and ten percent of psychiatric outpatients. A diagnosis of having a borderline personality generally means that the individual experiences a combination of symptoms such as being unstable in mood, self-image, and personal relations, chronically angry, often suicidal, with a tendency to idolize or demonize others. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: BWbrdlin.rtf

Caring for the Mentally Ill / Changing Views Since the 19th Century
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Beginning with the 19th century asylum, its justification & treatment of the mentally ill, this 5 page paper offers a comprehensive examination of how views concerning the mentally ill have changed over the years. The writer presents an historic look at how various societies ranging from the post-Civil war era to the days of World War II -- began to treat their mental patients differently as we learned more about the true nature of mental illness. The growing role of government in caring for these patients is discussed as well. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Catatonic Schizophrenia
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An 8 page research paper on catatonic schizophrenia . The writer details its causes, diagnosis, and treatment. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: Catatoni.wps

CBT and panic attacks
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A seven page paper which looks at the effectiveness of cognitive behavioural therapy in the treatment of panic attacks, in comparison to other forms of treatment. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: JLpanic.rtf