About Psychology: How to Choose a Great Topic for Your Psychology Paper

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Psychology Psychology Basics Theories Experiments From Kendra Cherry Back in high school, I had a bad habit of waiting until the last minute to write essays and research papers. Usually, it was because I spent more time choosing a topic to write about than actually writing the paper.   A Few Topics for Psychology Papers If you're struggling to come up with a topic for your psychology paper, then be sure to check out these ideas to spark your creativity. By finding a compelling subject for your paper early on, you will have more time for research, writing and revising... Learn more Search Related Topics:  writing psychology papers  abnormal psychology  social psychology Where to Find Ideas for Topics Of course, finding a topic is always easier if your instructor gives you some guidelines for what you can write about. What happens when your professor allows you to select any topic you want? The first thing you need to do is to figure out where to look for ideas... Learn more Search Related Topics:  writing psychology papers  topics for research papers  Share Your Ideas for Psychology Papers Do you have a great idea for a psychology research paper? Please share your thoughts with our readers by submitting your ideas for psychology papers and read great tips from other readers... Share your ideas Search Related Topics:  writing psychology papers  topics for research papers  10 Tips for Writing a Better Psychology Paper After picking out a great topic, the next step is to actually research and write the paper - a daunting task for many students! Don't let the process overwhelm you, though. Instead, check out these step-by-step tips to help you write a winning psychology paper... Learn more Search Related Topics:  writing psychology papers  psychology homework help  Related Searches Abnormal Psychology Free Psychology Psychology Learning School of Psychology Psychology Studies Featured Articles What Is Self-Efficacy? Who Founded Structuralism? How Long Does It Take to Become a Psychologist? The Preoperational Stage of Development Kohlberg's Theory of Moral Development What Does Your Favorite Music Say About Your Personality?   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read more...> This newsletter is written by: Kendra Cherry Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Psychology newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2013 About.com   From the Blog Thieves Destroy Urn Containing Freud's Ashes Tuesday Trivia: Bandura's Bobo Doll Experiment Where Do Psychologists Work?   Follow me on: Advertisement

About Psychology: Do You Have a Phobia?

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Psychology Psychology Basics Theories Experiments From Kendra Cherry According to the National Institute of Mental Health, phobias affect approximately 10% of adults. In this week's newsletter, you can learn more about some of the more prevalent phobias in the following article on ten common phobias or put your phobia knowledge to the test in our phobia quiz. Good luck!   What Exactly Is a Phobia? According to the American Psychiatric Association, a phobia is an irrational and excessive fear of an object or situation. Learn more about typical symptoms, types, prevalence, and common treatments for phobias... Learn more Search Related Topics:  phobias  agoraphobia  mental disorders 10 Common Phobias What do people fear most? Some of the most commonly feared objects include snakes, spiders, and heights. Learn more about some of the ten most common phobias that lead to symptoms such as dizziness, nausea, and breathlessness. In some cases, these symptoms escalate into a full-blown panic attack. These common phobias typically involve the environment, animals, or specific situations... Learn more Search Related Topics:  phobias  agoraphobia  ophidiophobia Phobias from A to Z While not comprehensive, this phobia list offers a glimpse of the many phobias that can have a serious impact on an individual's life... Learn more Search Related Topics:  phobias  anxiety disorders  mental disorders Take the Phobia Quiz! Think you know a lot about phobias? Then put your knowledge to the test in this phobia quiz. Match the fear object with the correct phobia name... Learn more Search Related Topics:  phobias  psychology quizzes  mental disorders Related Searches Phobia Hypnosis Mental Psychology Health Psychology Psychology Anxiety Social Phobia Featured Articles What Is Self-Awareness? Who Founded Structuralism? What Is Introspection? 20 Ways to Improve Your Memory How to Overcome the Bystander Effect Decision-Making Strategies   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read more...> This newsletter is written by: Kendra Cherry Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Psychology newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2013 About.com   Psychology Trivia Lewis Terman's Birthday Harry Harlow's Famous Experiments How to Make a New Year's Resolution   Follow me on: Advertisement

About Psychology: Do You Ever Get Test Anxiety?

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Psychology Psychology Basics Theories Experiments From Kendra Cherry Do you get so nervous during an exam that you find yourself blanking out the information you studied? With a new semester starting soon, now is a great time to learn more about this common problem and explore some different ways to cope with exam jitters.  What Is Text Anxiety? Test anxiety is a psychological condition in which people experience extreme distress and anxiety in testing situations. While many people experience some degree of stress and anxiety before and during a exams, test anxiety can actually impair learning and hurt test performance.... Learn more Search Related Topics:  test anxiety  panic attacks  Symptoms of Test Anxiety Some students experience only mild symptoms of test anxiety and are still able to do fairly well on exams. Other students are nearly incapacitated by their anxiety, performing dismally on tests or even experiencing panic attacks before or during exams... Learn more Search Related Topics:  test anxiety  depression  What Causes Test Anxiety? So what causes test anxiety? For many students, it can be a combination of things. Bad study habits, poor past test performance and an underlying anxiety problem can all contribute to test anxiety... Learn more Search Related Topics:  test anxiety  anxiety disorders  Reduce Anxiety By Being Prepared One great way to combat test anxiety is to be adequately prepared for your exams: How to Study for Psychology Exams Psychology Test-Taking Strategies Psychology Study Tips How to Take a Multiple-Choice Psychology Exam Search Related Topics:  psychology study tips  psychology tests  Related Searches Psychology Test Career in Psychology Help Psychology Social Psychology Psychology With Featured Articles What Is Introspection? How Much Do School Psychologists Earn? Are People With High IQ More Successful? Academic Resources for Psychology Students Psychology Research Methods Psychotherapy   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read more...> This newsletter is written by: Kendra Cherry Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Psychology newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2013 About.com   Must Reads What is Psychology? 8 Stages of Human Development 10 Most Influential Psychologists What Do Dreams Mean? Which Psychology Career Is Best for You?   Follow me on: Advertisement