Structural Functionalism:

What is Parson’s model of social systems? How do the three forms of social systems interact with each other?

Define socialization, internalization, and institutionalization. How do they function within the social system model?

What are manifest and latent functions? What are dysfunctions?

According to Merton what are the forms of deviance and when does deviance occur?

Critical Theory:

What are Horkheimer’s subjective and objective reasons?

What are Marcuse’s individualistic and technological rationalities?

What is the cultural industry and how does it produce our mass culture? What are its commodities?

How does false consciousness affect society? What drives media? What are false and true needs?

What is standpoint epistemology and the matrix of domination?

Duncan Watts talks about the "small world phenomenon." What does he mean by this and who did the original research on it?

Examine the role of ethics in developmental psychology research as it relates to vulnerable populations, with attention to the characteristics of this vulnerable population

• Choose a population from the following:
  • Women who are pregnant
  • Geriatric individuals
  • Individuals with cognitive disabilities
  • Adolescents

Based on the population you selected, post an explanation of the role of ethics in developmental psychology research with attention to the characteristics of this vulnerable population. Be specific in your post, and be detail

Should drug abuse be treated as a crime? Under what situations should the response be diversion to treatment rather than incarceration? Should all inmates have access to jail or prison-based drug treatment? Why is there such a difference in response to drug offenders based on their race? What should be done about this?

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Which condition applies to all special needs exceptions?

            a. They involve highly regulated businesses.

            b. They are based on probable cause.

            c. They are not initiated by the police.

            d. They are based on good faith.

The right to privacy can be described as a(n) __________.

            a. privilege   

            b. anticipatory expectation        

            c. misnomer

            d. penumbra           

What legal standard applies to a warrantless search of probationer and parolee homes?

            a. anticipatory seizure      

            b. reasonable grounds     

            c. neutral circumstances

            d. reasonable suspicion

Whenever Mr. Kerrigan picked up his young son, Billie, from soccer practice he would have to drive past a Dairy Queen. Every time Billie saw the large Dairy Queen sign, Billie would begin to scream. Mr. Kerrigan did not like his son’s screaming. To make his son stop screaming for ice cream, Mr. Kerrigan would pull over and buy ice cream for Billie. This stopped Billie’s screaming. In this short example, what is an example of positive reinforcement? What is an example of negative reinforcement? (Hint: both Billie and his dad are being conditioned in this story). How could Billie’s dad use conditioning to prevent Billie from screaming in the future?

Huston Smith: The World Religions; "The Man who Woke up" to "The Four Noble Truths" Chapter III 82-103

Read the Life of The Buddha.

1. Who is Siddhartha Gautama of the Sakya? Compose 6 "bullet-type" statements that capture the more salient points of his life. List them here.

2, What is the sangha?

3. How did the followers of Buddha categorize his teachings?

Juan, a17-year-old Hispanic youth, was referred to the school psychologist at the end of the first school term because of apparent academic and emotional concerns. His grades were slipping, and it looked like he might not get any credits his first term. The counselor has also explained that Juan was the driver in a fatal car wreck at the end of the previous academic year, in which his bestfriend was killed. Although Juan was hospitalized, the counselo rsaid that he insisted on going to the funeral, even though he could barely move, having suffered several broken ribs. When the psychologist met with Juan, he was initially reluctant to discuss the accident but as rapport was established, he admitted to feeling helpless, feeling fatigued because of lack of sleep, and having problems concentrating on his schoolwork. He wanted to quit school, because he did not want to be in the same class with students who blamed him for his friend’s death, and furthermore he did not see why he should plan for a future. He admitted to having vivid dreams of his friend, seeing him as if he were alive. Often he would wakeup, startled.He had no recollection of how the accident happened, as he could not remember the details, even though a witness had said that another car was involved. Although he has a girlfriend, Juan rarely feels like doing anything, and in the past few month she has preferred to be alone. Although he was very close to his deceased friend’s family(theywereinseparable), he has not seen them since the funeral. In this case, Juan is faced with the aftermath of a traumatic experience in which he was seriously injured and his friend was killed. He feels helpless because of the accidental nature of the wreck. Undoubtedly, Juan has significant survivor guilt. Faced with traumatic events of this nature, individuals react with fear, horror, or helplessness. In younger children, these feelings are often expressed in disorganized anda gitated behaviors.

IN 250 words:

Examine the diagnostic criteria and two areas on the diagnostic continuum. Identify three prominent symptoms related to comorbid or co-occurring disorders that may be present in Juan’s situation.

Juan, a17-year-old Hispanic youth, was referred to the school psychologist at the end of the first school term because of apparent academic and emotional concerns. His grades were slipping, and it looked like he might not get any credits his first term. The counselor has also explained that Juan was the driver in a fatal car wreck at the end of the previous academic year, in which his bestfriend was killed. Although Juan was hospitalized, the counselo rsaid that he insisted on going to the funeral, even though he could barely move, having suffered several broken ribs. When the psychologist met with Juan, he was initially reluctant to discuss the accident but as rapport was established, he admitted to feeling helpless, feeling fatigued because of lack of sleep, and having problems concentrating on his schoolwork. He wanted to quit school, because he did not want to be in the same class with students who blamed him for his friend’s death, and furthermore he did not see why he should plan for a future. He admitted to having vivid dreams of his friend, seeing him as if he were alive. Often he would wakeup, startled.He had no recollection of how the accident happened, as he could not remember the details, even though a witness had said that another car was involved. Although he has a girlfriend, Juan rarely feels like doing anything, and in the past few month she has preferred to be alone. Although he was very close to his deceased friend’s family(theywereinseparable), he has not seen them since the funeral. In this case, Juan is faced with the aftermath of a traumatic experience in which he was seriously injured and his friend was killed. He feels helpless because of the accidental nature of the wreck. Undoubtedly, Juan has significant survivor guilt. Faced with traumatic events of this nature, individuals react with fear, horror, or helplessness. In younger children, these feelings are often expressed in disorganized anda gitated behaviors.

IN 250 words:

Identify at least three stressor-related features that Juan’s case presents.

Explain the significance of the symptoms affecting Juan.

public safety profession need to be Hypervigilance

Describe how Freire’s idea of “humanization” relates to the essence of peace education.

n a recent opinion piece, David Brooks said that schools tend to "treat students like heads on sticks." His point was that schools look too narrowly at educating students. Do you agree that areas of education have been neglected, and if so, which areas. If you don't agree (or if you do agree), what strengths do you see in the current educational system.