1) Define and discuss the differences between self-esteem and self-concept, self-efficacy, and self-regulation. Self-esteem is referred to affective and emotional aspect of self and implies the self-evaluation of one’s self. Self-efficacy is the extent of one’s belief in one’s own ability to complete tasks and research goals. Self-concept is the idea of how one’s perceives […]
Among the Greek tragedies, there can probably be found something deeper and more elaborate, than “Oedipus the King” by Sophocles, but there is not a single one, in which the philosophical depth and tragic strength would be combined with such incomparable sophistication, noble grace and structural perfection. The image of a monstrous Sphinx with the […]
Adolescents are quite vulnerable to different negative aspects of the society and experience a number of problems such as juvenile delinquency, substance abuse, problems at school such as behavioral problems, poor grades and even dropping out of school, depression, suicide, eating disorders, sexually transmitted disorders and early pregnancy. Key high-risk behaviors that are relevant for […]
The transition from adolescence to early adulthood takes place between 18 and 25 years old (Santrock, 2013). The signs of transition into early adulthood are largely related to one’s behavioral characteristics and actions than associated with physical development. Officially, the U.S. citizens are considered adult when they reach the age of 18; upon reaching this […]
For all professionals working in criminal justice, ethics and moral qualities play a very important role. Law is directly interrelated with ethics, and the presence of ethical principles is necessary for proper interactions with criminals and innocent people, for decision-making and interpreting the law, for resolving moral dilemmas and ambiguous questions. There are specific ethical […]
The topic chosen for this project is “The use technology and information resources to research issues in crime and criminal behavior”. In fact, this topical area is of great importance for criminologists because it highlights the need for using use technology and information resources to facilitate the process of crime investigation. The history of criminology […]
Gender inequality in the workplace has always been an issue of concern. According to researchers, “gender inequality in the workplace is often attributed to the preponderance of men in positions of power”(Penner & Toro-Tulla, 2010, p. 83). Some people believe that men should earn more than women, while other people suggest that it is necessary […]
1) The key factors include moral and physical development of a person: economic independence, full-time job, responsibility for oneself, acceptance of actions’ consequences, establishment of relations with parents as equal, determination of beliefs and values. 2) Regular exercise can prevent some diseases (stroke, heart diseases, high blood pressure, and some types of cancer), improve mood […]
1) Middle adulthood can be defined either as a separate period of life cycle between the third and fourth decade of life, or as a period of life from 40 to 60 years old. It can be characterized by the intellectual, physiological, socio-political and psychological aspects of developmental age. In this period people should gain […]
In what ways can an understanding of the stages of adulthood be helpful? Do you think that knowing about these stages beforehand can make experiencing the stages any easier or more enjoyable? Why or why not? The understanding of the stages of adulthood may be helpful in terms of understanding profound transformations that take place […]