Part -1:

Discuss cognition and intelligence. For your post discuss TWO different types of intelligence and the methods used to measure them. You are likely to find other supporting material if you make a quick search on the internet. As always please keep in mind the length requirements discussed in syllabus, as well as paraphrasing (putting it in your own words).

Part -2:

SSE#112: EXERCISE, NUTRITION AND THE BRAIN

IN CHILDREN:

This study tells us how important a healthy diet is to the brain, how it can influence the development and health of brain structure and function. How brain function certainly depend on adequate nutrition. The article told us that exercise has been shown to interact with dietary interventions - increasing the positive effects on brain functioning and decreasing the unhealthy effects of a high-fat diet. Research has also told us how important breakfast is to kid's brain.

In Elderly

Studies has shown that exercise/physical activities play a role in reducing age associated cognitive losses like short and long term memory, processing speed and working memory. Evidence from cross-sectional studies has consistently shown linear age-related declines in cognitive functions such as processing speed, short-term memory, working memory and long-term memory. ). Recent meta-analyses on the effects of physical activity on human cognitive aging showed that aerobic exercise had general and selective effects that were beneficial to cognitive function in older adults (Colcombe & Kramer, 2003; Etnier et al., 2006)

http://www.gssiweb.org/en/Article/sse-112-exercise-nutrition-and-the-brain

Part - 3:

Which discussed motivation and emotion. For this week's discussion chose ONE of the following:

1. Motivation is a psychological and biological process that varies from one person to another. Discuss how and why we experience different levels of motivation and include your personal experiences with motivation, as well as anything you do to motivate yourself when needed.

OR

2. Emotions come in many different forms and vary in the manner in which people experience or demonstrate the same emotion. Discuss emotions to include the biological aspects of emotions. Ensure you include why people may demonstrate different emotions from each other when they are experiencing the same situation together; you may want to share personal experiences. Your discussion may include prescriptions used for balancing chemicals responsible for some emotions.

As always be sure to meet the discussion requirements provided in the syllabus which is not less than 300 words.

Part - 4 :

Presents theories about personality development, which is a very interesting and debateable topic. The chapter presented multiple theorists' views, so read their thoughts and create your own view about how personalities develop. BE SPECIFIC, use examples based on your life experiences. If you are a parent you should have great examples or views. If you are not a parent have a chat with a friend or family member that is a parent and get their perception.

Remember to ensure your post and responses meet the length requirement discussed in the syllabus.

Part - 5 :

Term Paper

TERM PAPER: You will be required to submit an 8-10 page term paper using the American Psychological Association (APA) style of writing.

You can obtain the specifics using the APA book titled The Manual (6th ed) or you can go to the following link (http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/560/01/) to get the specifics about writing in the APA style.

There is a sample paper on the website as well. Once you have a draft you can email it to me to review and I will give you feedback to help you make it as perfect as possible. Here are some of the specifics for the paper. The paper should have 1 inch margins, double spaced, use Times New Roman 12 pt font, include a title page, abstract, and reference page. The title page, abstract, and reference page do not count toward the 8-10 pages. YOU will choose your title for the paper. You can write about anything that is in the textbook and if you prefer something that is not you are more than welcome to write about it as long as it can be connected to the field of psychology. If you are doubtful about your topic, simply email me. You are required to use a minimum of 5 scholarly journals for this term paper.

The BCC library is a valuable resource to locate these resources and I HIGHLY suggested you pay them a visit! You will also find the online library resource Websco Host very helpful, but you need to have a BCC library card and requires you to visit the library to get it. The library will also be able to help you use the online library if you have questions.

The librarian is also a valuable asset to help you do research. The five references is a minimum, so if you use ten sources you should have ten references listed in your reference page. Please review the APA requirements so you can be familiar with what needs to be in your paper. Do not forget your in-text citation, this is a common oversight by many students. I will gladly review your paper as a draft and give you feedback before your final submission of the paper.