Amanda
Amanda(age 23) has lived in many places throughout the U.S. and Europe. She is currently studying psychology at the University of Oklahoma. Amanda has also studied German, philosophy, music, art, and biology.
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Halloween's the Timethey grow up fast -
Coping with a Diagnosis of Lung CancerNurture your mind and it can only do good for your body; ten tips for coping with a diagnosis of lung cancer.
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Theory of Mind: A Developmental and Evolutionary AccountTheory of mind is an all encompassing topic of study leading to discoveries relating to autism, social cognition, language and evolution. -
The Best Home Remedies for Hip PainThree major sources of hip pain are tendonitis, arthritis and strained muscles; alleviate symptoms from these conditions in the comfort of your own home.
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Inexpensive and Thoughtful Christmas Gifts for Every Loved OneIdeas on how to capture thoughtful observations of loved ones in a handmade Christmas gift.
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Christmas-y, Non-Christmas Music for Your Christmas PartyHosting a Christmas party but get ill at the sound of Jingle-bells. Here are some song suggestions that have the sounds that charachterize Christmas without actually being Christmas songs. -
Implusiveness and SmokingWith all the publicizing of the harmful effects of smoking, why are there still smokers? Research suggests that impulsiveness might be a factor in this occurrence.
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What Not to Wear: Great for Womens' ConfidenceMost TV viewers come across the TLC show "What not to Wear." What is this show and its hosts truly trying to communicate. An analysis of the show inevitably leads to positive consideration. -
Rosetta Stone: Does it Work?You have probably seen advertisements of the Rosetta Stone language programs on TV...do they work? This user says yes!
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Huxley's Doors of Perception and Attention Deficit DisorderAldous Huxley's "Doors of Perception" provides insight into the types of struggles encountered by those with ADD. -
Intelligence Theories"Intelligence" is a term used all to often considering its ambiguity. Theorists such as Binet and Simon, Terman, Spearman, Cattell, Piaget, Sternberg and Gardner, have attempted to gain a greater understanding of this concept.
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Universal and Timeless Judgements of AttractivenessIs beauty truly "in the eyes of the beholder?" Nurture says yes but nature says no. Regardless of the trends of the era or culture, there will always be qualities that earn a person the title of a "classic beauty." -
Should You Trust Your Perceptions?Can one persons experience of anything be identical to anothers? This is a question that psychophysicists refuse to disregard. Weber's Law of Just Noticeable Differences provides answers. -
Should I Trust My Child's School Counselor to Diagnose Psychological Disorders?School councilors are meant to guide, not diagnose. They are most likely educated on the subject of abnormal psychology (that which involves diagnostics), but this knowledge has no place in a primary or secondary school setting. -
Psychiatrist or Psychologist? Which Does Your Unique Situation Call For?The distinction between psychologists and psychiatrists are traced back to differences in education, training, and experience. Understanding these differences can aid you is deciding whether to make your first appointment with one, the other one, or both. -
What is the "Stroop Effect" Anyway?Stroop, in 1935, designed an experiment that led to intriguing implications regarding cognitive and perceptual processes.
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Tips for Relieving Serzone WithdrawalSerzone is an SNRI antidepressant that is infamous for its withdrawal effects. There are effective and simple techniques that can minimize withdrawal symptoms to nearly non-existent. -
Complementary and Alternative Medicine: A Crucial DistinctionMedical patients are taking matters into their own hands by complementing their conventional medicine with alternative supplements. Failure to recognize dangers is, in part, due to misconceptions about "alternative" and "complementary" medicine.
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A Career in NeuropsychiatryOften times, neurological conditions are mistaken for psychological conditions, and visa-versa. Neuroscience and psychology finally work together to distingush the differences (if any) between the two.
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Synesthesia - Hearing Colors and Tasting ShapesDo you ever hear colors, see sound, taste shapes, feel math? People with the condition known as synesthesia, experience this on a daily basis. It is the topic of much scientific research.
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Impressionistic Art: Seeing with the Naked EyeThis article explains why artistic impressionism is also refered to as "optical realism". It reveals the true intentions behind the work of artists such as Monet, Sisley, Renoir, Pissaro, Degas, Caillebotte, Manet, and Cassatt.
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Gazebo Column and Panel Decor IdeasAre your columns and panels naked? Tips on how to dress your gazebo. -
A Guide to Becoming a Professional Las Vegas StagehandLas Vegas, the entertainment capital of the world, welcomes stagehands. Tips on how to land your backstage role as a professional Las Vegas stagehand. -
Soundproofing Your Home StudioRecord music without fear of neighborhood complaints or apartment expulsion!