About PsychologyPsychologyWhat is Emotional Intelligence- June 30, 2008 According to John D. Mayer and Peter Salovey, two of the leading researchers on the topic, emotional intelligence (EI) is "the ability to monitor one's own and others' feelings and...http://psychology.about.com/b/2008/06/30/what-is-emotional-intelligence.htm Using the Internet for Research- June 28, 2008 The Internet is a great tool for finding primary sources for research papers, essays, and other class projects. The key to locating relevant references is to know how to...http://psychology.about.com/b/2008/06/28/using-the-internet-for-research.htm Understanding the Psychology Research Process- June 25, 2008 One of the most frequent requests I receive is for help planning, designing or researching a psychology study or experiment. Choosing a topic, selecting research methods and figuring out how...http://psychology.about.com/b/2008/06/25/understanding-the-psychology-research-process.htm What Kind of Leader Are You- June 23, 2008 There are a number of different theories to explain how people become leaders.Photo courtesy Sanja Gjenero What qualities and characteristics make a great leader According to one study, conscientiousness, intellignce and...http://psychology.about.com/b/2008/06/23/what-kind-of-leader-are-you.htm An Overview of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs- June 21, 2008 Maslow's hierarchy of needs is usually depicted as a pyramid. Numerous questions have emerged about the what motivates us, such as whether or not psychological needs motivate our behavior and which...http://psychology.about.com/b/2008/06/21/an-overview-of-maslows-hierarchy-of-needs.htm Sigmund Freud Photobiography- June 19, 2008 Sigmund Freud may be one of the best known figures in history, but he is also one of the most controversial. The legacy of his life and work provokes both...http://psychology.about.com/b/2008/06/19/sigmund-freud-photobiography.htm Naturalistic Observation - Psychology Definition of the Week- June 17, 2008 Definition: Naturalistic observation is a research method commonly used by psychologists and other social scientists. This technique involves observing subjects in their natural environment. This type of research is often...http://psychology.about.com/b/2008/06/17/naturalistic-observation-psychology-definition-of... 10 Ways to Become a More Effective Learner- June 13, 2008 Learn strategies you can use to become a more effective learner.Photo Ren MansiiStockPhoto I'm always interested in finding new ways to learn quickly and efficiently. It's important to get the...http://psychology.about.com/b/2008/06/13/become-a-more-effective-learner.htm |