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Motivational Strategies at Costco.com, 2008.
An evaluation of the value of several different models of organizational motivation as they relate to Costco's internal development efforts in creating its website, Costco.com.
2,968 words (approx. 11.9 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 87.95
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This paper discusses the motivational theories behind Costco's adoption of several electronic initiatives including online catalogs and a re-vamped and multifunctional website. The author describes the strengths and weaknesses of five motivational strategies that Costco's management could potentially use to motivate key personnel to create a new Costco.com, and suggests which strategies are likely to provide the best foundation for Costco's changes. The author explains the importance of change management in some of these strategies, and concludes that strong leadership is critical in motivating employees and setting changes in motion.
Outline
Overview of the DICE Model
Business Process Reengineering
Exploring Lewin's Model
Exploring the Speed of Change Model
Theories E and O of Motivation
Motivational Theories with the Greatest Potential to Motivate Costco Employees
Success Factors in managing Motivation at Costco
For Costco.com to succeed, Customers' Needs Must Dominate IT Strategies'
Conclusion
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"In the context of Coscto.com, their efforts to significantly re-vamp their electronic initiatives will need to include some element business process re-engineering and management, as the underlying processes within the company will need to change to better serve online customers. While Michael Hammer claims that for change to be significant it has to be severe, for Costco.com the change needs to be gradual and focused more on streamlining the customer experience online through better integration of systems."
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Adolescent Suicide, 2008.
An analysis of adolescent suicide and a review at how treatment approaches such as integration cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and self-psychology can help detect and prevent suicides.
65,535 words (approx. 262.1 pages), 41 sources, APA, $ 249.95
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This research paper is an extensive, in-depth study covering almost every facet of adolescent suicide including its history, demographics, possible reasons and situations, and risk factors. The paper also explores and analyzes the self psychology and cognitive behavioral therapy approaches to deterring and preventing suicides.
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Introduction
History of Adolescent Suicide
Epidemiology of Adolescent Suicide
Risk Factors for Adolescent Suicide
Purpose of CRP
Self Psychology
Self Psychology and Suicide
Self Psychology and Family
Explanation of Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT)
CBT Treatment Efficacy
CBT and Depression
CBT and Suicide
CBT and Family
Self Psychology Therapy
Self Psychology and Adolescents
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"As can be seen from the opinions and theories of these two different individuals, personality, how people use it, and what creates it is a debated topic that not all agree on. Some believe that personality changes over time, while others believe that personality is a genetically inherited trait that will remain basically the same throughout life, and some see the issue as not being as relevant as how the behaviors that are manifest by the personality of the individual make that individual feel. This does not mean that no changes in the way someone reacts to their environment will be seen as they grow older or that all behaviors are healthy, but that the basic way that someone looks at the world will not change that much over time . Those that believe that personality does not change do not feel that one can change who they genetically are, and therefore the traits that they were born with will always remain."
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Why They Were Double Agents, 2008.
This paper explores the psychological causes of FBI agents Aldrich Ames' and Robert Hanssen's betrayal of the United States.
1,541 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 50.95
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The paper uses two of the most famous breeches of United States intelligence agencies, those involving Aldrich Ames and Robert Hanssen, to show that the individual psychology of intelligence officers is often the source of leaks and betrayal. The paper looks at Ames' monetary desires and Hanssen's thirst for appreciation that encouraged them to become double agents. The paper highlights how in both cases the obvious symptoms of a mole were absent.
From the Paper
"In terms of national security, counterintelligence remains an essential component of maintaining a firm and secure hold upon potentially dangerous information. It is widely recognized that within a setting in which competing intelligence organizations are continually attempting to infiltrate the ranks of other intelligence agencies, deciding who is privy to what is often a dangerous gamble. Intelligence agencies must be conscious of the type of individuals they put in possession of delicate bits of information; this applies not merely to the background, past affiliations, and political views of these people; the individual psychology of intelligence officers is often the source of leaks and betrayal. "
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Dementia, 2008.
This paper explores the condition of dementia and its treatments.
1,525 words (approx. 6.1 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 50.95
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The paper explains the differences between Alzheimer's and dementia that can mean whether the patient will be able to conduct a normal lifestyle, or will be a huge burden to family, community and nation. The paper discusses how this burden can be both financial and psychological, especially for the caregivers of those with these conditions. The paper looks at the treatments and therapies available for dementia and emphasizes the need for an efficient and cost-effective treatment.
From the Paper
"Dementia can be described as the loss of memory; short-term memory first, and then, over a period of time, the long-term memory as well, and the subsequent difficulties experienced by the individual with this condition. There is much speculation concerning the loss of these memories, and most experts agree that the memories are lost due to the loss of neuron cells in the brain. There are a variety of reasons why these cells die, though no one knows the exact reason why some people contract the diseases that cause dementia, and some people do not."
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Debriefing, 2008.
An evaluation of the statistical significance of debriefing techniques.
2,765 words (approx. 11.1 pages), 11 sources, APA, $ 82.95
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This paper evaluates the statistical significance and effectiveness of debriefing techniques, often called psychological debriefing (PD), in the treatment and potential alleviation of post traumatic stress disorders (PSTD) in victims of violent crime, traumatic accidents, and those healthcare and law enforcement professionals whose professions include frequent and at times traumatic involvement with crime and accident victims. The paper states that the research community is split on the effectiveness of PD as a strategy for alleviating long-term implications of PSTD and related mental illnesses. The paper analyzes the variations in methodology, sample size, study design, questionnaire design and selection of statistical analysis techniques.
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Summary
Analyzing Arguments against PD: A Statistical Perspective
Arguments for PD: A Statistical Perspective
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"Chemtob, Tomas, Law and Cremniter (1997) completed PD-based research of Hurricane Iniki survivors in Hawaii. The methodology centered on creating two groups, using a test-retest methodology to isolate the effects of the IES scale on groups 1 and 2. This sampling methodology was completed specifically to allow for pretest IES scores to be completed on group 1 respondents, while post-test scores were captured from group 2. The sampling frame included members of the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Despite there being potential biases in the sampling methodology, the results showed that within-group treatment was highly predicted at the 99% CI with an F Score of 21.13, showing that intragroup effects of PD strategies were highly effective. ANOVA was later used to evaluate reductions in IES scores, with PD Strategies reducing intervention (F-test value of 9.49) and intrusion at an F-test value of 18.18 with a very high level of statistical significance of 99+% CI. The statistically significant drop in aggregate IES scores is also significant at the 99% CI, dropping the aggregate scores fro those most at risk from 32.3 to 27.2."
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Postpartum Depression in Older Women, 2008.
This paper discusses the risks of fatigue and depression in women who become first-time mothers over the age of 35.
2,799 words (approx. 11.2 pages), 18 sources, APA, $ 83.95
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The paper explores first-time mothers over the age of 35 and the mental and emotional difficulties that they face after birth. The paper explains why older women have increased chances of postpartum depression and looks at the nursing perspective on the issue. It concludes that educating these women on the mental aspect of giving birth will help them with their childbirth experience.
Outline:
Introduction and History
Significance of the Problem
Presentation of the Problem
Nursing Management of the Problem
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"The concern over women of advanced maternal age (over 35) giving birth has had a long history. There are many that think it is dangerous, and not just for the physical health of the mother, but for her mental and emotional health as well. Much of this has to do with the fact that there are many risks that come with having a baby, and the older the mother is when she has her first child the harder it often is for her. This is especially true of women who are over the age of 35, but some women have babies when they are in the late thirties or their forties with no apparent ill effects. Nevertheless, the concerns are very real and should not be ignored by women over 35 who are considering having their first child."
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Teen Magazine's Child Psychology, 2008.
An analysis of articles that appear in "Seventeen" - a magazine for teenagers.
1,610 words (approx. 6.4 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 52.95
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This paper summarizes a sampling of the articles within the popular teen magazine "Seventeen", including a synopsis of feature articles and columns. The paper then evaluates the issues and topics dominating the content, the appeal of the magazine to teens, and relates these findings to the literature available on teen reading habits and their influence on lifestyle choices and behaviors.
Outline:
Introduction
Seventeen Magazine Critiques
Analysis of Literature
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"The magazine reviewed for this research analysis is Seventeen magazine, one of the more popular magazines for young women and children ages thirteen through eighteen. The June issue of Seventeen magazine featured subjects including: fashion, hair & makeup, health, sex, fitness, college & career to name a few subjects.
"The magazine places much emphasis on the subjects of fashion, hair and makeup. Even short columns talking about getting ready for college like "College packing list" focus on fashion and the idea of "looking good" in college and in high school. The magazine features tips for learning more about the fashion industry, and encourages young women to find out what it takes to be a model, describing models as "swanky." Hollywood celebrities epitomized by young girls, including Vanessa Minnillo are featured in the magazine. The article relating to celebrity starts focus among other subjects, on their love life and relationship and their fashion sense."
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Dramatherapy, 2008.
Reviews Sue Jennings' book "Introduction to Dramatherapy: Theatre and Healing: Ariadne's Ball of Thread".
825 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 29.95
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This paper explains that Sue Jennings explores the potential and the practicality of dramatherapy in her 1998 British publication, "Introduction to Dramatherapy: Theatre and Healing: Ariadne's Ball of Thread". The paper further explains that the book is directed at a general audience and to counseling professionals and covers a range of theories that support dramatherapy. The paper points out that Jennings draws heavily from Jungian psychology and similar uses of symbolism as guiding forces in human consciousness and relates that her book illustrates the methodology of dramatherapy as a healing tool.
From the Paper
"In Chapter 5, Jennings notes how we can use dramatherapy to stop playing reruns. Whenever we find ourselves dealing with the same relationship problems again and again, we are likely reenacting some key moment of the past. Instead of seeing that situation as an actor would view a new script, we rely on the reruns for what to say or do. Similarly, if we act compulsively or with addiction, we are acting unconsciously. Our life can become a series of reruns when it could be an exciting new stage production."
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Psychology and Christianity, 2008.
A review of the content of D. Entwistle's work, "Integrative Approaches to Psychology and Christianity."
816 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 29.95
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This paper summarizes and reviews D. Entwistle's work, "Integrative Approaches to Psychology and Christianity." It describes the content of the text and briefly looks at the background to his beliefs. The writer then provides a response to Entwistle's work and suggests that he provides a very selective ideological focus which requires the reader to approach these excerpts with caution.
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Summary
Response
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"The text provides some admirable assistance in condensing different philosopher's views about reason and religion over a broad span of time, from the church patriarchs, to Freud, to C.S. Lewis. However, because of the author's very selective ideological focus, the reader must approach these excerpts with caution as representative of these thinkers' larger philosophies--the author has an ideological agenda of his own. Also, Entwistle's book does not reflect some recent developments in the field of neuroscience that challenges some of the assertions he makes in a blanket fashion--for example, some scientists would argue that what Entwistle sees as the innate proof of faith in the idea of God might be, evolutionary biologists argue, a naturally selected gene or defense mechanism."
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Emotional Intelligence and Adolescent Smoking, 2008.
A research study to determine the role of emotional intelligence on the success rates of adolescents enrolled in a smoking cessation program.
5,891 words (approx. 23.6 pages), 15 sources, APA, $ 140.95
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The paper discusses a research study that measures the effect of emotional intelligence on the success or failure of adolescents to control their addictive behavior of smoking. The paper provides a critical literature review on understanding emotional intelligence and addictive behavior. The paper explains the study results that support the hypothesis that students with high emotional intelligence are better equipped to deal with the stresses in life and therefore have a greater chance for success in smoking cessation programs. The paper discusses how the research shows the importance of developing better programs to help combat stress at school and on the job later in life.
Outline:
Methodology
Integrative Summary and Critique
Critical Literature Review
Conclusion
From the Paper
"The purpose of this research is to determine the impact of emotional intelligence on the success of various strategies to prevent smoking in adolescents. A number of methods have been attempted including in-school programs, clinical smoking interventions, increasing tobacco tax, and an anti-smoking media campaign. All of these programs have demonstrated some ability to reduce smoking in adolescents. However, none of them have proven to be 100% effective in stopping adolescent smoking. This study will examine the role of emotional intelligence in the decision to engage, or not engage in smoking behaviors."
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