By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Louie_S]Louie S
Why did they do that? What were they thinking? How does their mind work? If these sound like questions you ask about people on a daily basis, you may be a great candidate for a psychology degree. Psychology is the study of how the human mind works. When studying psychology, you take a wide range of classes varying in subjects ranging from motivation, to perception, to brain functioning, emotional functioning, and interpersonal relationships. Each undergraduate course is designed to help you explore which field of psychology you would like to continue studying. And when it comes to psychology fields, there are many! There are 3 basic categories of psychology that you can study, each of which comes with several different sub-categories. Let us take a brief look at each.
The first main category is Academic Psychology. The fields within this category are the basic fields of psychology and are fields which are covered within any undergraduate psychology degree. These fields include abnormal psychology (the study of abnormal behaviors and disorders), biological (the study of how genetics, evolution, and physiology influence behavior), cognitive (the study of how internal processes help us understand our surroundings), developmental (the study of changes over time), personality (the study of human individuality), and social psychology (the study of how people relate to one another).
The second main category is Professional Psychology. These are the fields within psychology that each has a distinct career path. Each of these categories requires additional training and education. Included within the Professional field is clinical psychology (using psychological theories and practices to alleviate maladjustment and disabilities), counseling (the use of psychological practices to increase individual functioning), educational psychology (the application in an educational setting), forensic (the application in criminal law), health psychology (the study of how biology, behavior, and social context influence health), occupational psychology (the application of psychological theories and techniques to increase job effectiveness), and sport psychology (the study of how psychological aspects effect sports).
The third and final category is Popular Psychology. These are aspects of psychology that have not yet been categorized as 'professional' but are nonetheless still relevant to the field. These categories include child psychology, evolutionary psychology, transpersonal, military, psychology of risk, paranormal, psychology of music, political, prison, and positive psychology.
As you can probably see, this field is vast. There are many different areas in this field which you can choose to continue on studying after your undergraduate degree. Whichever field you choose to study, make sure to research it carefully. A PhD in this field can take years to attain, so you want to be sure that the field you choose will be a field that you can enjoy practicing for the rest of your life! Good luck to you and enjoy learning about the human psyche!
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Tuesday, January 24, 2012
Sunday, January 22, 2012
Scapegoating - The "Blame Culture" Who Refuses Deal With Their Shadow
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Avril_Meyler]Avril Meyler
Our culture is fond of finding scapegoats. This is evident whenever there is a crisis in society. The most recent riots and looting in London and other major cities in the UK have highlighted this. The crowds blame and bay for blood, revenge and punishments. One of the scapegoats at this time is single parents. Until someone is brave enough to step forward and say "wait a minute."
If there are significant groups within society who feel alienated, who have lost respect and any moral compass then clearly the situation needs to be addressed from a multidimensional perspective.
In the past few years we have had examples of dishonest and amoral behaviour from the Banking Industry, Politicians, Police and some major Newspapers. Add to this a consumerist celebrity driven culture and the breakdown of families then we have a recipe for trouble.
Everyone has a shadow side to deal with. Those who have done major psychological studies will have encountered the term "shadow." Our shadow side contains both personal and collective denial. Everything we do not wish to look at that causes confusion, pain or anger gets held in an interior rubbish bin. An incident or event may then trigger emotional movement; this in turn disturbs the rubbish, the contents of which are so ugly, messy and smelly that we dare not look at it much less sort it. So we bury it deeper and point the finger of blame at another for triggering us to get a glimpse of our darkness. Thus we create a scapegoat.
The misunderstanding of the shadow side of humanity creates wars, concentration camps, child abuse, paedophilia and a host of other conditions. It is delicate, and in the wrong hands dangerous work. You disturb the shadow at your peril. This is why a good qualified psychotherapist who is aware and deals with their own shadow side is a blessing. It is work that will not be undertaken by many because it demands such commitment and psychological pain. Were it different then we may have created a healthier world than the current spectre of wars, conflict and famine.
We have a responsibility both to ourselves, our families and our society to heal and become the best we can be. The alternative could be Armageddon. Creating an intelligent evolving Universe requires addressing in full awareness the personal and collective shadow which, when understood, works with and for us instead of against us.
""The tools of conquest do not necessarily come with bombs, and explosions, and fallout. There are weapons that are simply thoughts, ideas, and prejudices, to be found only in the minds of men. For the record, prejudices can kill and suspicion can destroy. A thoughtless, frightened search for a scapegoat has a fallout all it's own for the children yet unborn. And the pity of it is, is that these things can not be confined to the Twilight Zone." Rod Serling
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Our culture is fond of finding scapegoats. This is evident whenever there is a crisis in society. The most recent riots and looting in London and other major cities in the UK have highlighted this. The crowds blame and bay for blood, revenge and punishments. One of the scapegoats at this time is single parents. Until someone is brave enough to step forward and say "wait a minute."
If there are significant groups within society who feel alienated, who have lost respect and any moral compass then clearly the situation needs to be addressed from a multidimensional perspective.
In the past few years we have had examples of dishonest and amoral behaviour from the Banking Industry, Politicians, Police and some major Newspapers. Add to this a consumerist celebrity driven culture and the breakdown of families then we have a recipe for trouble.
Everyone has a shadow side to deal with. Those who have done major psychological studies will have encountered the term "shadow." Our shadow side contains both personal and collective denial. Everything we do not wish to look at that causes confusion, pain or anger gets held in an interior rubbish bin. An incident or event may then trigger emotional movement; this in turn disturbs the rubbish, the contents of which are so ugly, messy and smelly that we dare not look at it much less sort it. So we bury it deeper and point the finger of blame at another for triggering us to get a glimpse of our darkness. Thus we create a scapegoat.
The misunderstanding of the shadow side of humanity creates wars, concentration camps, child abuse, paedophilia and a host of other conditions. It is delicate, and in the wrong hands dangerous work. You disturb the shadow at your peril. This is why a good qualified psychotherapist who is aware and deals with their own shadow side is a blessing. It is work that will not be undertaken by many because it demands such commitment and psychological pain. Were it different then we may have created a healthier world than the current spectre of wars, conflict and famine.
We have a responsibility both to ourselves, our families and our society to heal and become the best we can be. The alternative could be Armageddon. Creating an intelligent evolving Universe requires addressing in full awareness the personal and collective shadow which, when understood, works with and for us instead of against us.
""The tools of conquest do not necessarily come with bombs, and explosions, and fallout. There are weapons that are simply thoughts, ideas, and prejudices, to be found only in the minds of men. For the record, prejudices can kill and suspicion can destroy. A thoughtless, frightened search for a scapegoat has a fallout all it's own for the children yet unborn. And the pity of it is, is that these things can not be confined to the Twilight Zone." Rod Serling
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Friday, January 20, 2012
Making Good Decisions Based on Dream Interpretation
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Christina_Sponias]Christina Sponias
One of my online friends had a dilemma. He sent me a message asking my opinion about his problem. He didn't know if he should study on the University at his city (City 1) or should if he should study at the University of City 2.
I told him to ask this question to the unconscious mind. Dream interpretation according to the scientific method helps you always make good decisions. The unconscious mind that produces your dreams knows everything and answers all your questions.
My friend sent me two dreams that contained the unconscious answers to his question.
Here is my answer to his message:
Dear Friend,
The unconscious messages in your dreams were very clear.
Let me analyze your first dream:
"I saw you in my dream. We were sleeping in the living room of my parents' house, in the same bed (every night I sleep in this bed). In fact only you fell asleep, although we talked something a short time before. You practically didn't let me sleep because of your body position that was occupying all the bed and almost pushing me out of bed. You took my space."
The living room is an important place of your parents' house because it is the place where they receive visitors. This means that the unconscious mind is giving you an important lesson. The fact that we were sleeping at your parents' house indicates that you are being influenced by your anti-conscience (mother) and by your one-sided conscience (father).
I represent a part of your personality that is intelligent and can help you overcome your problems. I'm sleeping because this part of your personality is not really working - it is sleeping - this means that you are not paying real attention to this positive part of your personality because you are influenced by your anti-conscience and your one-sided conscience (your parents).
You were trying to hide me from your anti-conscience because you are afraid of your anti-conscience (your mother). I was occupying the biggest part of your bed because the positive part of your personality is influencing you a lot, even though this part is still not active enough (because I was sleeping).
This dream was basically showing you that you have to stop fearing your anti-conscience and give more importance to the positive side of your psyche (represented by me).
This was an answer to your question. The unconscious mind was showing you that you have to trust your positive side instead of being afraid of your craziness.
However, the truth is that the unconscious mind had already helped you make your decision in the old dream you had two months ago:
"I was in a train with 2 girls... I got along with those 2 girls (one of them looked nice) and I had a good time. I told them that I am going to study in City 1. They were very disappointed... They hoped that I would study in City 3. (City 3 is a beautiful city). However it's impossible for me to study in that city... I can study only in City 1 or City 2)."
The train indicates that you have no alternatives in life - your life is following the narrow route of a train that cannot be changed. The girls are related to the opposite sex, and the one you liked represented your anima. This dream is clearly showing you that if you'll study in City 1 you won't evolve; you'll merely follow a narrow life route that won't help you in any way.
The girls you'll meet in your life will be disappointed by the fact that you studied in City 1.
Therefore, you should study in City 2. City 3 represented City 2 in the dream. City 2 is a bigger, beautiful city. It is more interesting than City 1, which is your own city.
The unconscious mind was showing you in the dream you had about me that even though you know the right answer, you are still afraid of your craziness (your mother) and you cannot simply trust your judgment (the intelligent part of your personality that is sleeping).
You should have paid attention to the unconscious messages in the dream about the train and the 2 girls. It was clearly answering your question a long time ago.
.......
If you have a dilemma, you should make questions to the unconscious mind and wait for its answers in your dreams.
The wise unconscious mind will always help you make good decisions. You only have to pay attention to the unconscious messages in order to discover which options really are the best ones for you. You'll also understand why they are the best ones for your case. The generous unconscious mind gives you many explanations in each dream. All questions receive a clear answer.
Christina Sponias continued Carl Jung's research into the human psyche, discovering the cure for all mental illnesses, and simplifying the scientific method of dream interpretation that teaches you how to exactly translate the meaning of your dreams, so that you can find health, wisdom and happiness.
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One of my online friends had a dilemma. He sent me a message asking my opinion about his problem. He didn't know if he should study on the University at his city (City 1) or should if he should study at the University of City 2.
I told him to ask this question to the unconscious mind. Dream interpretation according to the scientific method helps you always make good decisions. The unconscious mind that produces your dreams knows everything and answers all your questions.
My friend sent me two dreams that contained the unconscious answers to his question.
Here is my answer to his message:
Dear Friend,
The unconscious messages in your dreams were very clear.
Let me analyze your first dream:
"I saw you in my dream. We were sleeping in the living room of my parents' house, in the same bed (every night I sleep in this bed). In fact only you fell asleep, although we talked something a short time before. You practically didn't let me sleep because of your body position that was occupying all the bed and almost pushing me out of bed. You took my space."
The living room is an important place of your parents' house because it is the place where they receive visitors. This means that the unconscious mind is giving you an important lesson. The fact that we were sleeping at your parents' house indicates that you are being influenced by your anti-conscience (mother) and by your one-sided conscience (father).
I represent a part of your personality that is intelligent and can help you overcome your problems. I'm sleeping because this part of your personality is not really working - it is sleeping - this means that you are not paying real attention to this positive part of your personality because you are influenced by your anti-conscience and your one-sided conscience (your parents).
You were trying to hide me from your anti-conscience because you are afraid of your anti-conscience (your mother). I was occupying the biggest part of your bed because the positive part of your personality is influencing you a lot, even though this part is still not active enough (because I was sleeping).
This dream was basically showing you that you have to stop fearing your anti-conscience and give more importance to the positive side of your psyche (represented by me).
This was an answer to your question. The unconscious mind was showing you that you have to trust your positive side instead of being afraid of your craziness.
However, the truth is that the unconscious mind had already helped you make your decision in the old dream you had two months ago:
"I was in a train with 2 girls... I got along with those 2 girls (one of them looked nice) and I had a good time. I told them that I am going to study in City 1. They were very disappointed... They hoped that I would study in City 3. (City 3 is a beautiful city). However it's impossible for me to study in that city... I can study only in City 1 or City 2)."
The train indicates that you have no alternatives in life - your life is following the narrow route of a train that cannot be changed. The girls are related to the opposite sex, and the one you liked represented your anima. This dream is clearly showing you that if you'll study in City 1 you won't evolve; you'll merely follow a narrow life route that won't help you in any way.
The girls you'll meet in your life will be disappointed by the fact that you studied in City 1.
Therefore, you should study in City 2. City 3 represented City 2 in the dream. City 2 is a bigger, beautiful city. It is more interesting than City 1, which is your own city.
The unconscious mind was showing you in the dream you had about me that even though you know the right answer, you are still afraid of your craziness (your mother) and you cannot simply trust your judgment (the intelligent part of your personality that is sleeping).
You should have paid attention to the unconscious messages in the dream about the train and the 2 girls. It was clearly answering your question a long time ago.
.......
If you have a dilemma, you should make questions to the unconscious mind and wait for its answers in your dreams.
The wise unconscious mind will always help you make good decisions. You only have to pay attention to the unconscious messages in order to discover which options really are the best ones for you. You'll also understand why they are the best ones for your case. The generous unconscious mind gives you many explanations in each dream. All questions receive a clear answer.
Christina Sponias continued Carl Jung's research into the human psyche, discovering the cure for all mental illnesses, and simplifying the scientific method of dream interpretation that teaches you how to exactly translate the meaning of your dreams, so that you can find health, wisdom and happiness.
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Tuesday, January 17, 2012
The Struggle Between Good And Evil
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Casey_M_Ringer]Casey M Ringer
Good and evil is conceptualized by the mind by what the conscience deems right and wrong. However, what a persons conscience will allow them to do usually has the opposite effect in others. This is where we see disagreement. Good begets good and evil begets evil right? This seems like a pretty straight forward statement but in the world these two powers have a way of mingling with one another so that there is no distinction. Like black and white to make the color gray.
Struggle for Peace (Equity)
Mankind struggles for equity in his choices but is never able to make the right ones without tipping the scale of his rational. If gray is all that we see, why do we need to make a distinction between black and white? If gray is all that we see, why do we need to make a distinction between what is good and evil?
There seems to be a discrepancy here doesn't there. This is because the distinction is not being made. People struggle with their choices because they are tied to the system of darkness. If you want to grow apples but you are given grape seeds, no matter your desire to grow an apple tree, you will always end up with a vineyard.
"Although God has given individuals the power to reason good and evil (the law being written within the heart), He has not given people the power to control either one." (Breaking the Antichrist Code Pg 196).
The Antichrist
What does the antichrist have to do with good and evil? A religious minded person might tell you that God is good and Satan is evil and they would be right! But for many this is a well known fact and a stigma in the minds of the people because of the lack of direction and experience given about it.Satan is evil, because he tried to set another record for God which is also called disobedience. We see this philosophy was also passed unto Adam through Satan's council, when Adam partook of the fruit of the tree of good and evil (Genesis 3:6). This is why the struggle between good and evil exists today.
The antichrist is Satan. He is evil and he is a spirit which rules the minds of those in his Kingdome. Much of who Satan is and his agenda is a mystery to mankind and he tries hard to keep it that way. In battle, knowing your enemies secrets can be a key factor in winning a war. Satan's success depends on our ignorance and his ability to control through it, but now, we have his code.
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Good and evil is conceptualized by the mind by what the conscience deems right and wrong. However, what a persons conscience will allow them to do usually has the opposite effect in others. This is where we see disagreement. Good begets good and evil begets evil right? This seems like a pretty straight forward statement but in the world these two powers have a way of mingling with one another so that there is no distinction. Like black and white to make the color gray.
Struggle for Peace (Equity)
Mankind struggles for equity in his choices but is never able to make the right ones without tipping the scale of his rational. If gray is all that we see, why do we need to make a distinction between black and white? If gray is all that we see, why do we need to make a distinction between what is good and evil?
There seems to be a discrepancy here doesn't there. This is because the distinction is not being made. People struggle with their choices because they are tied to the system of darkness. If you want to grow apples but you are given grape seeds, no matter your desire to grow an apple tree, you will always end up with a vineyard.
"Although God has given individuals the power to reason good and evil (the law being written within the heart), He has not given people the power to control either one." (Breaking the Antichrist Code Pg 196).
The Antichrist
What does the antichrist have to do with good and evil? A religious minded person might tell you that God is good and Satan is evil and they would be right! But for many this is a well known fact and a stigma in the minds of the people because of the lack of direction and experience given about it.Satan is evil, because he tried to set another record for God which is also called disobedience. We see this philosophy was also passed unto Adam through Satan's council, when Adam partook of the fruit of the tree of good and evil (Genesis 3:6). This is why the struggle between good and evil exists today.
The antichrist is Satan. He is evil and he is a spirit which rules the minds of those in his Kingdome. Much of who Satan is and his agenda is a mystery to mankind and he tries hard to keep it that way. In battle, knowing your enemies secrets can be a key factor in winning a war. Satan's success depends on our ignorance and his ability to control through it, but now, we have his code.
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Sunday, January 15, 2012
Forensic Psychology Programs
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Erik_R_Johnson]Erik R Johnson
As this new field emerges, forensic psychology programs will prepare students for exciting and rewarding jobs, such as criminal profiling, crisis management, jury selection, parental custody and visitation, police department counseling and more. If you are fascinated by psychology and passionate about criminology, this could just be the right educational path for you. There are several types of programs to choose from if you want to pursue a career in forensic psychology.
Education for a Career in Psychology
It will take several years of schooling, but if you dedicate yourself and put the effort and time in, there's no reason why you can't have a successful career in the challenging field of forensic psychology. Make sure to find an accredited school to get a bachelor's degree, for starters, because your degree will not get you very far if the school wasn't accredited and you probably won't qualify for any financial aid while you're attending such an institution. Most schools don't have a bachelor's degree in forensic psychology per say, but many do offer criminal justice degrees with an emphasis in forensic psychology.
A bachelor's degree will only get you into an entry-level position, but if you really want to have a prestigious career in psychology, you'll need to obtain a master's or doctoral degree in clinical psychology or a master's degree in criminology. There are various universities around the nation offering these programs, but it isn't necessarily a standard degree program that you'll find at every college. Several online universities offer forensic psychology master's programs, though, so there are still options available, even if there isn't a campus nearby offering a suitable program to pursue this career.
What to Expect after Graduating in psychology
Certified psychologists may apply for certification with the American Board of Forensic Psychology. Applicants must pass certain educational requirements and pass an examination.
There are several types of jobs in this field at crime scenes, police departments, in courtrooms or in a more traditional office environment. Salaries will vary, depending on where you choose to work. Forensic psychologists just starting out in the field earn a median salary of $53,500, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. However, those with 10 or more years of experience earn a median salary of $72,958 each year. Those who have the dedication to complete the education, training and experience for this challenging career can reap many professional rewards.
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As this new field emerges, forensic psychology programs will prepare students for exciting and rewarding jobs, such as criminal profiling, crisis management, jury selection, parental custody and visitation, police department counseling and more. If you are fascinated by psychology and passionate about criminology, this could just be the right educational path for you. There are several types of programs to choose from if you want to pursue a career in forensic psychology.
Education for a Career in Psychology
It will take several years of schooling, but if you dedicate yourself and put the effort and time in, there's no reason why you can't have a successful career in the challenging field of forensic psychology. Make sure to find an accredited school to get a bachelor's degree, for starters, because your degree will not get you very far if the school wasn't accredited and you probably won't qualify for any financial aid while you're attending such an institution. Most schools don't have a bachelor's degree in forensic psychology per say, but many do offer criminal justice degrees with an emphasis in forensic psychology.
A bachelor's degree will only get you into an entry-level position, but if you really want to have a prestigious career in psychology, you'll need to obtain a master's or doctoral degree in clinical psychology or a master's degree in criminology. There are various universities around the nation offering these programs, but it isn't necessarily a standard degree program that you'll find at every college. Several online universities offer forensic psychology master's programs, though, so there are still options available, even if there isn't a campus nearby offering a suitable program to pursue this career.
What to Expect after Graduating in psychology
Certified psychologists may apply for certification with the American Board of Forensic Psychology. Applicants must pass certain educational requirements and pass an examination.
There are several types of jobs in this field at crime scenes, police departments, in courtrooms or in a more traditional office environment. Salaries will vary, depending on where you choose to work. Forensic psychologists just starting out in the field earn a median salary of $53,500, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. However, those with 10 or more years of experience earn a median salary of $72,958 each year. Those who have the dedication to complete the education, training and experience for this challenging career can reap many professional rewards.
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Friday, January 13, 2012
Root Cause of Suicide and Depression
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Casey_M_Ringer]Casey M Ringer
What causes suicide and depression? Spiritual death. Adam was created in the image and likeness of God and so, his heart vibrated with His virtue (peace, fellowship)(knowledge) but suffered separation anxiety when he disobeyed God's commandment and ate of the tree of good and evil. The Lord told Adam that he would die if he did this (Genesis 2:17). If you know the story, you know Adam did not physically die when he partook of the forbidden fruit but died spiritually (loss of light). It was this connection with God that Adam lost, which he also passed onto his seed (mankind).
Spiritual Death? What does that Mean?
"But when we came into this strange land, pure praise was no longer ours, nor righteous prayer, nor understanding hearts, nor sweet thoughts, nor just counsels, nor long discernment, nor upright feelings, neither is our bright nature left us. (1 Book Adam and Eve 23:7)
We can understand the concept of the connection or fellowship that Adam had with God through our own experiences with one another and our environment (things of the world): intimacy, friendship, loyalty, career, hobbies, through taste, smell, touch etc. However, these experiences do not bring completion to the soul because it is incompatible with the soul. Ignorantly, man is trying to find completion through these things. Man was created in the image and likeness of God, so his soul has to be filled with the substance of God by faith. Man can find temporary stratification in these activities but it soon wears off.
The Need for Rest
Incompatibility results in unrest and exhaustion. Like a fish out of water or swimming against the current. The soul was only designed for the things of the Spirit. So when man tries to fill it (bring completion) through the things of the world, it always comes back on him in a negative loop, compounding spiritual death to the point of madness.
The will is weakened by this activity and no longer has the drive for engagement (depression). In extreme cases, the soul is in such a state of unrest and contradiction, that a person thinks they can find it through suicide but this is never the answer. The reasons in both cases always vary but the need to escape death (it's effect) is the constant in every situation.
Sweet Thoughts
Being born into the condition of death, it is hard for man to understand what he was created for and the connection to God that was lost, that he subconsciously seeks for completion.
Gods revelation brings hope, not despair. Gods revelation gives strength to the will for faith, not bruise it. The joy, peace and rest that comes through this knowledge of that hope, lifts up our head and thankfulness fills the heart. This is the connection that God returns us to that Adam lost: the hope of his calling and how God will get us there.
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What causes suicide and depression? Spiritual death. Adam was created in the image and likeness of God and so, his heart vibrated with His virtue (peace, fellowship)(knowledge) but suffered separation anxiety when he disobeyed God's commandment and ate of the tree of good and evil. The Lord told Adam that he would die if he did this (Genesis 2:17). If you know the story, you know Adam did not physically die when he partook of the forbidden fruit but died spiritually (loss of light). It was this connection with God that Adam lost, which he also passed onto his seed (mankind).
Spiritual Death? What does that Mean?
"But when we came into this strange land, pure praise was no longer ours, nor righteous prayer, nor understanding hearts, nor sweet thoughts, nor just counsels, nor long discernment, nor upright feelings, neither is our bright nature left us. (1 Book Adam and Eve 23:7)
We can understand the concept of the connection or fellowship that Adam had with God through our own experiences with one another and our environment (things of the world): intimacy, friendship, loyalty, career, hobbies, through taste, smell, touch etc. However, these experiences do not bring completion to the soul because it is incompatible with the soul. Ignorantly, man is trying to find completion through these things. Man was created in the image and likeness of God, so his soul has to be filled with the substance of God by faith. Man can find temporary stratification in these activities but it soon wears off.
The Need for Rest
Incompatibility results in unrest and exhaustion. Like a fish out of water or swimming against the current. The soul was only designed for the things of the Spirit. So when man tries to fill it (bring completion) through the things of the world, it always comes back on him in a negative loop, compounding spiritual death to the point of madness.
The will is weakened by this activity and no longer has the drive for engagement (depression). In extreme cases, the soul is in such a state of unrest and contradiction, that a person thinks they can find it through suicide but this is never the answer. The reasons in both cases always vary but the need to escape death (it's effect) is the constant in every situation.
Sweet Thoughts
Being born into the condition of death, it is hard for man to understand what he was created for and the connection to God that was lost, that he subconsciously seeks for completion.
Gods revelation brings hope, not despair. Gods revelation gives strength to the will for faith, not bruise it. The joy, peace and rest that comes through this knowledge of that hope, lifts up our head and thankfulness fills the heart. This is the connection that God returns us to that Adam lost: the hope of his calling and how God will get us there.
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Wednesday, January 11, 2012
Dreams About Rain or About A Storm
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Christina_Sponias]Christina Sponias
The rain is a positive dream symbol, which indicates that the dreamer found a solution to a certain problem. The meaning of this dream symbol was found thanks to Carl Jung's method of dream interpretation, which is the only correct one. Jung studied the meaning of all symbols in all civilizations of our history. My work proves that he was right, and shows you a lot more.
The rain and even the storm are very good signs. The storm represents a very important solution for a very big problem. It represents divine justice after pain.
The rain gives water to the dry earth. Without water, there is no life. We depend on the rain for many reasons.
The rain also cleans our dirty world. Its water is a true blessing. This is why it represents important solutions in dreams.
The appearance of this positive dream symbol in a dream will give you courage and hope. It's very good to discover the solution for a problem that you couldn't solve! The rain or the storm in a dream will give you relief and self-confidence.
You may immediately understand that you found the magical solution you were looking for like Archimedes, the known Greek mathematician, physicist, engineer, inventor, and astronomer.
Archimedes stepped into a bath and noticed that the water level rose as he submerged a part of his body. He suddenly understood that he found a way to measure the volume of irregular objects with precision. He was so excited for finding this solution that he leapt out of his bathtub and he started running in the streets naked and claiming 'Eureka', a Greek word that means 'I found it'.
However, the 'Eureka' moment may not be so clear for you. Many times, you'll have to think about what is happening to you and your life in order to discover what solution you could finally find.
This happens because while you are making a research, you are involved in a big number of possibilities. You are dizzy, thinking about everything. Your mind is not clear. You may find the right answer somehow, but without understanding that you have really found the solution for a certain problem.
The rain in a dream will show you that you have really found the answer you were looking for. The unconscious mind will help you understand what you have found and why this finding will help you solve your problems.
The rain in a dream can also be a prediction. You may be about to discover what you need. In this case the dream symbol prepares you for finding a solution. It works like an alert.
A dream about rain or about a storm will make you pay attention to your reality, without forgetting that you are looking for a certain solution. You will have the serious attitude of a researcher, without being disconnected with your reality, thinking about something else. The rain in a dream reminds you that you have to pay attention to many details in order to finally find the solution you are looking for.
Christina Sponias continued Carl Jung's research into the human psyche, discovering the cure for all mental illnesses, and simplifying the scientific method of dream interpretation that teaches you how to exactly translate the meaning of your dreams, so that you can find health, wisdom and happiness.
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The rain is a positive dream symbol, which indicates that the dreamer found a solution to a certain problem. The meaning of this dream symbol was found thanks to Carl Jung's method of dream interpretation, which is the only correct one. Jung studied the meaning of all symbols in all civilizations of our history. My work proves that he was right, and shows you a lot more.
The rain and even the storm are very good signs. The storm represents a very important solution for a very big problem. It represents divine justice after pain.
The rain gives water to the dry earth. Without water, there is no life. We depend on the rain for many reasons.
The rain also cleans our dirty world. Its water is a true blessing. This is why it represents important solutions in dreams.
The appearance of this positive dream symbol in a dream will give you courage and hope. It's very good to discover the solution for a problem that you couldn't solve! The rain or the storm in a dream will give you relief and self-confidence.
You may immediately understand that you found the magical solution you were looking for like Archimedes, the known Greek mathematician, physicist, engineer, inventor, and astronomer.
Archimedes stepped into a bath and noticed that the water level rose as he submerged a part of his body. He suddenly understood that he found a way to measure the volume of irregular objects with precision. He was so excited for finding this solution that he leapt out of his bathtub and he started running in the streets naked and claiming 'Eureka', a Greek word that means 'I found it'.
However, the 'Eureka' moment may not be so clear for you. Many times, you'll have to think about what is happening to you and your life in order to discover what solution you could finally find.
This happens because while you are making a research, you are involved in a big number of possibilities. You are dizzy, thinking about everything. Your mind is not clear. You may find the right answer somehow, but without understanding that you have really found the solution for a certain problem.
The rain in a dream will show you that you have really found the answer you were looking for. The unconscious mind will help you understand what you have found and why this finding will help you solve your problems.
The rain in a dream can also be a prediction. You may be about to discover what you need. In this case the dream symbol prepares you for finding a solution. It works like an alert.
A dream about rain or about a storm will make you pay attention to your reality, without forgetting that you are looking for a certain solution. You will have the serious attitude of a researcher, without being disconnected with your reality, thinking about something else. The rain in a dream reminds you that you have to pay attention to many details in order to finally find the solution you are looking for.
Christina Sponias continued Carl Jung's research into the human psyche, discovering the cure for all mental illnesses, and simplifying the scientific method of dream interpretation that teaches you how to exactly translate the meaning of your dreams, so that you can find health, wisdom and happiness.
Learn more at: http://www.scientificdreaminterpretation.com [http://www.booksirecommend.com/ezine-signup-dias.php]Click Here to download a Free Sample of the eBook Dream Interpretation as a Science (86 pages!).
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Monday, January 9, 2012
The Meaning of Dreams and The Unconscious Logic
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Christina_Sponias]Christina Sponias
The scientific method of dream interpretation is based on accurate translations of the meaning of the dream images according to the unconscious logic. Logic is a system based on reasoning, which is in fact the analysis of various hypotheses. When we are trying to find a solution for a certain problem our thoughts follow a certain path, depending on the logic we respect.
In order to understand the meaning of dreams you must follow the dream logic, which is given by the unconscious mind that produces your dreams.
Here are its basic characteristics:
* The unconscious logic is protective - The unconscious mind protects your human conscience from the attacks of your anti-conscience, which is the primitive side of your conscience.
Your wild anti-conscience keeps invading the human side of your conscience because it tries to control your behavior. The unconscious mind sends secret messages to your human conscience in your dreams in order to give you information about the anti-conscience's plans and actions.
All dream images basically work like alarms and warnings, especially in the beginning of the dream therapy. This is why when you translate the meaning of dreams you must always look for the protective side of the dream messages.
* The unconscious logic is poetic and philosophical - The unconscious logic follows a different logical pattern. Its words are always open. Their meaning will be closed by your conclusions.
In other words, the unconscious mind speaks waiting for your complementation. It doesn't tell you everything in an explicit manner.
For example, you may see in a dream that you have the power to fly in the air as if you were a bird, and believe that this dream was very nice.
However, your dreams are basically reflecting your mistakes because the dream logic is protective. You must learn the meaning of the basic dream symbols.
When you are flying in the air as if you were a superman or superwoman, this means that you are disconnected with reality, imagining unreal things. Flying in the air is a negative dream symbol, which shows you that your anti-conscience is eluding you and making you believe in something that cannot really happen they way you imagine.
* The unconscious logic is also religious. - The unconscious mind is a priest. You are a terrible sinner because you have inherited a terrible anti-conscience in your psyche. Unfortunately, the violent tendencies you have inherited automatically give you the primitive personality of an absurd sinner.
This means that you have to respect the unconscious wisdom. You are ignorant and imperfect. You don't know what is really good or bad. You must be a humble student, and learn the truth.
In other words, you have to admit your mistakes, feeling grateful for having the wise unconscious guidance in your dreams. Your attitude must always reflect gratitude.
Your dreams will transport you to another dimension of reality, where you'll attain higher levels of knowledge.
For example, if you'll have a dream where you are having a surgical operation in a hospital, this means that you are passing through an important psychological and spiritual transformation.
The surgical operation is part of your trip to the Self, according to Carl Jung's description. When you translate the meaning of your dreams you make a trip inside yourself. You can see all your mistakes, and you can also find the unconscious wisdom.
This trip will help you get rid of your anti-conscience. When you'll eliminate your absurd wild nature, you'll become a wise human being. You will acquire sound mental health and use your brain power.
You will be always calm, self-confident, and in a good mood. Then, your dreams will reflect your progress.
I had to cure many people through dream therapy for two decades in order to provide you with a very clear guide. Today all dreams are immediately explained thanks to the accurate translations based on my dynamic method of instant translation from images into words (derived from Carl Jung's method of dream interpretation).
Now you immediately understand the unconscious messages contained in the dream images, knowing that you can trust the scientific translations. This is a big relief.
You'll have information about all components of your reality. Your superior vision and your superior personality will give you the power to predict the future, change your reality, influence others, and a lot more.
Christina Sponias continued Carl Jung's research into the human psyche, discovering the cure for all mental illnesses, and simplifying the scientific method of dream interpretation that teaches you how to exactly translate the meaning of your dreams, so that you can find health, wisdom and happiness.
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The scientific method of dream interpretation is based on accurate translations of the meaning of the dream images according to the unconscious logic. Logic is a system based on reasoning, which is in fact the analysis of various hypotheses. When we are trying to find a solution for a certain problem our thoughts follow a certain path, depending on the logic we respect.
In order to understand the meaning of dreams you must follow the dream logic, which is given by the unconscious mind that produces your dreams.
Here are its basic characteristics:
* The unconscious logic is protective - The unconscious mind protects your human conscience from the attacks of your anti-conscience, which is the primitive side of your conscience.
Your wild anti-conscience keeps invading the human side of your conscience because it tries to control your behavior. The unconscious mind sends secret messages to your human conscience in your dreams in order to give you information about the anti-conscience's plans and actions.
All dream images basically work like alarms and warnings, especially in the beginning of the dream therapy. This is why when you translate the meaning of dreams you must always look for the protective side of the dream messages.
* The unconscious logic is poetic and philosophical - The unconscious logic follows a different logical pattern. Its words are always open. Their meaning will be closed by your conclusions.
In other words, the unconscious mind speaks waiting for your complementation. It doesn't tell you everything in an explicit manner.
For example, you may see in a dream that you have the power to fly in the air as if you were a bird, and believe that this dream was very nice.
However, your dreams are basically reflecting your mistakes because the dream logic is protective. You must learn the meaning of the basic dream symbols.
When you are flying in the air as if you were a superman or superwoman, this means that you are disconnected with reality, imagining unreal things. Flying in the air is a negative dream symbol, which shows you that your anti-conscience is eluding you and making you believe in something that cannot really happen they way you imagine.
* The unconscious logic is also religious. - The unconscious mind is a priest. You are a terrible sinner because you have inherited a terrible anti-conscience in your psyche. Unfortunately, the violent tendencies you have inherited automatically give you the primitive personality of an absurd sinner.
This means that you have to respect the unconscious wisdom. You are ignorant and imperfect. You don't know what is really good or bad. You must be a humble student, and learn the truth.
In other words, you have to admit your mistakes, feeling grateful for having the wise unconscious guidance in your dreams. Your attitude must always reflect gratitude.
Your dreams will transport you to another dimension of reality, where you'll attain higher levels of knowledge.
For example, if you'll have a dream where you are having a surgical operation in a hospital, this means that you are passing through an important psychological and spiritual transformation.
The surgical operation is part of your trip to the Self, according to Carl Jung's description. When you translate the meaning of your dreams you make a trip inside yourself. You can see all your mistakes, and you can also find the unconscious wisdom.
This trip will help you get rid of your anti-conscience. When you'll eliminate your absurd wild nature, you'll become a wise human being. You will acquire sound mental health and use your brain power.
You will be always calm, self-confident, and in a good mood. Then, your dreams will reflect your progress.
I had to cure many people through dream therapy for two decades in order to provide you with a very clear guide. Today all dreams are immediately explained thanks to the accurate translations based on my dynamic method of instant translation from images into words (derived from Carl Jung's method of dream interpretation).
Now you immediately understand the unconscious messages contained in the dream images, knowing that you can trust the scientific translations. This is a big relief.
You'll have information about all components of your reality. Your superior vision and your superior personality will give you the power to predict the future, change your reality, influence others, and a lot more.
Christina Sponias continued Carl Jung's research into the human psyche, discovering the cure for all mental illnesses, and simplifying the scientific method of dream interpretation that teaches you how to exactly translate the meaning of your dreams, so that you can find health, wisdom and happiness.
Learn more at: http://www.scientificdreaminterpretation.com [http://www.booksirecommend.com/ezine-signup-dias.php]Click Here to download a Free Sample of the eBook Dream Interpretation as a Science (86 pages!).
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Saturday, January 7, 2012
What Is Your Personality Type?
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Kristen_Claire_Jones]Kristen Claire Jones
One of the most worthwhile things you can do, to live a deeply fulfilling and satisfying life is to "know thyself" as the Greek philosopher, Socrates said. What exactly does this mean and how do you do it? There are many different tools out there to help you do this but one of the easiest and most fun is by working out your basic personality type using the Myers Briggs instrument. The test is based on the work of Carl Jung and was later refined during the Second World War. Since then, it has become one of the foremost personality tests helping people work out who they are and what work best suits their natural temperament. We all have special gifts. Sometimes it's just hard to uncover and see them for ourselves. Once you understand your basic "type" of which there are sixteen, it becomes easier to recognise your own strengths and weaknesses. So, why bother understanding these? One good reason is that you will bring into your conscious mind those parts of yourself, that you know aren't great or well developed. It's really about learning to love and accept yourself. Once you've done this, life seems to become so much easier because you are not fighting the elephant in the room or forcing yourself to live a life or lifestyle not suited to you. It also helps you to see more clearly your personal strengths and how to play to them and live a life that uses and compliments them. In other words, it's another tool for living your most authentic life! So, let's have a look at the framework of the test. There are four basic aspects to the human personality
1. How we interact with the world.
2. Where we direct our energy.
3. The kind of information we naturally notice.
4. How we make decisions and whether we prefer a more structured way of life or a more spontaneous way.
Some people call these four aspects "dimensions" because each one can be pictured as a continuum or line between two extremes like this.
(E) Extroversion-------+-----Introversion (I)
(S) Sensing------------+--- -Intuition (N)
(T) Thinking-----------+-----Feeling (F)
(J) Judging------------+----Perceiving (P)
When you do the test, you will end up with four letters in a particular sequence which will give you the basic scaffold of your "type" You will either be an E or an I, an S or an N, a T or an F and a J or a P. I'm going to explain what those words/letters mean because it's slightly different from normal usage.
1. The I/E dimension
The first continuum is that of extraversion and introversion. These words are often loaded with positive and negative connotations which are not helpful. One is not better than the other, just different. Extroverts are outward turning, they get their energy from spending time with people. They are action oriented and seek breadth of knowledge. They tend to act, then reflect, then act further. If they are inactive or spend too much time alone, their motivation tends to decline. Some E types who test as extroverts have an introverted need for time alone for reflection. These people tend to sit very close to the middle of the continuum but if they sit on the E side, they will still obtain their energy in this way. In contrast, introverts obtain their energy from "inside" of themselves and from time spent alone. Their flow is directed inward toward concepts and ideas. They are thought not action oriented. They seek depth and not breadth of knowledge and influence. Extraverts prefer frequent interaction. Introverts prefer substantial interaction. Introverts reflect then act then reflect again in the opposite sequence to extraverts. Think of an extravert as a mountain. If you look closely, you can see the whole thing. In contrast an introvert is like an iceberg, the biggest part of it is submerged beyond your vision.
2. Sensing/Intuition
Sensing/Intuition skills are the information gathering functions. They describe how new information is understood and interpreted. Those closer to the sensor end, trust the information their 5 senses understand. They like and trust facts that are certain and concrete. They take on new ideas only if they have some kind of practical application. They value realism and common sense. They like to use and hone well established skills. They respond best to information presented in a logical step by step manner. Those closer to the intuitive end, trust inspiration and inference and understand abstract and theoretical concepts. They like new ideas and concepts just for their own sake. They value imagination and innovation. They like to learn new skills and get bored easily once they've mastered skills. They trust their own flashes of insight and look for meaning in how new information fits various patterns or theories. It should be becoming clear that people really do take in and understand information in very different ways. You can probably think of different friends or family members who fit one or other of these information gathering approaches.
3. Thinking/Feeling
The thinking/feeling dimension is the way we make decisions and come to conclusions. Here "thinking" means making decisions impersonally or logically, based on facts. "Feeling" here isn't referring to making decisions based on emotions. Rather it means basing decisions on things that are important or of value to the person as an individual. Remember, people who prefer thinking are not better thinkers and people who prefer feeling are not better at dealing with their emotions. The issue is about "how" we reach decisions and the criteria we look at. The thinker uses a more detached objective approach and the feeler looks at the things that matter to him or her when making the decision.
4. Judging/Perceiving
This concerns whether we prefer to live in a more structured way or a more spontaneous way. People with a preference for judging are not more judgmental. Rather they prefer to live in a more orderly way and are happiest when their lives are structured and matters are settled. They like to make decisions and are very good at getting things done and completing things. People with a preference for "perceiving" like to live spontaneously and are happiest when their lives are flexible. They like to stay open to many options and seek to understand their life rather than control it. Obviously most of us fall somewhere in between these two extremes as with all the dimensions. Everyone uses both judging and perceiving in daily life but each person will have a natural preference.
So, this is a brief overview of the Myers Briggs instrument. There is a lot more to learn if you are interested. Not only can it help you understand your own temperament better, but a basic understanding can also help you understand what other people's dominant functions are and how to recognise when they are using them. Many of the upsets and misunderstandings between people in life boils down to a failure to understand how someone else perceives a situation and what their default reaction patterns are, based on their dominant function. It's a fascinating insight into our many differences and the best ways we can resolve them.
Kristen Claire Jones http://www.humanmetrics.com http://www.personalitypage.com
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One of the most worthwhile things you can do, to live a deeply fulfilling and satisfying life is to "know thyself" as the Greek philosopher, Socrates said. What exactly does this mean and how do you do it? There are many different tools out there to help you do this but one of the easiest and most fun is by working out your basic personality type using the Myers Briggs instrument. The test is based on the work of Carl Jung and was later refined during the Second World War. Since then, it has become one of the foremost personality tests helping people work out who they are and what work best suits their natural temperament. We all have special gifts. Sometimes it's just hard to uncover and see them for ourselves. Once you understand your basic "type" of which there are sixteen, it becomes easier to recognise your own strengths and weaknesses. So, why bother understanding these? One good reason is that you will bring into your conscious mind those parts of yourself, that you know aren't great or well developed. It's really about learning to love and accept yourself. Once you've done this, life seems to become so much easier because you are not fighting the elephant in the room or forcing yourself to live a life or lifestyle not suited to you. It also helps you to see more clearly your personal strengths and how to play to them and live a life that uses and compliments them. In other words, it's another tool for living your most authentic life! So, let's have a look at the framework of the test. There are four basic aspects to the human personality
1. How we interact with the world.
2. Where we direct our energy.
3. The kind of information we naturally notice.
4. How we make decisions and whether we prefer a more structured way of life or a more spontaneous way.
Some people call these four aspects "dimensions" because each one can be pictured as a continuum or line between two extremes like this.
(E) Extroversion-------+-----Introversion (I)
(S) Sensing------------+--- -Intuition (N)
(T) Thinking-----------+-----Feeling (F)
(J) Judging------------+----Perceiving (P)
When you do the test, you will end up with four letters in a particular sequence which will give you the basic scaffold of your "type" You will either be an E or an I, an S or an N, a T or an F and a J or a P. I'm going to explain what those words/letters mean because it's slightly different from normal usage.
1. The I/E dimension
The first continuum is that of extraversion and introversion. These words are often loaded with positive and negative connotations which are not helpful. One is not better than the other, just different. Extroverts are outward turning, they get their energy from spending time with people. They are action oriented and seek breadth of knowledge. They tend to act, then reflect, then act further. If they are inactive or spend too much time alone, their motivation tends to decline. Some E types who test as extroverts have an introverted need for time alone for reflection. These people tend to sit very close to the middle of the continuum but if they sit on the E side, they will still obtain their energy in this way. In contrast, introverts obtain their energy from "inside" of themselves and from time spent alone. Their flow is directed inward toward concepts and ideas. They are thought not action oriented. They seek depth and not breadth of knowledge and influence. Extraverts prefer frequent interaction. Introverts prefer substantial interaction. Introverts reflect then act then reflect again in the opposite sequence to extraverts. Think of an extravert as a mountain. If you look closely, you can see the whole thing. In contrast an introvert is like an iceberg, the biggest part of it is submerged beyond your vision.
2. Sensing/Intuition
Sensing/Intuition skills are the information gathering functions. They describe how new information is understood and interpreted. Those closer to the sensor end, trust the information their 5 senses understand. They like and trust facts that are certain and concrete. They take on new ideas only if they have some kind of practical application. They value realism and common sense. They like to use and hone well established skills. They respond best to information presented in a logical step by step manner. Those closer to the intuitive end, trust inspiration and inference and understand abstract and theoretical concepts. They like new ideas and concepts just for their own sake. They value imagination and innovation. They like to learn new skills and get bored easily once they've mastered skills. They trust their own flashes of insight and look for meaning in how new information fits various patterns or theories. It should be becoming clear that people really do take in and understand information in very different ways. You can probably think of different friends or family members who fit one or other of these information gathering approaches.
3. Thinking/Feeling
The thinking/feeling dimension is the way we make decisions and come to conclusions. Here "thinking" means making decisions impersonally or logically, based on facts. "Feeling" here isn't referring to making decisions based on emotions. Rather it means basing decisions on things that are important or of value to the person as an individual. Remember, people who prefer thinking are not better thinkers and people who prefer feeling are not better at dealing with their emotions. The issue is about "how" we reach decisions and the criteria we look at. The thinker uses a more detached objective approach and the feeler looks at the things that matter to him or her when making the decision.
4. Judging/Perceiving
This concerns whether we prefer to live in a more structured way or a more spontaneous way. People with a preference for judging are not more judgmental. Rather they prefer to live in a more orderly way and are happiest when their lives are structured and matters are settled. They like to make decisions and are very good at getting things done and completing things. People with a preference for "perceiving" like to live spontaneously and are happiest when their lives are flexible. They like to stay open to many options and seek to understand their life rather than control it. Obviously most of us fall somewhere in between these two extremes as with all the dimensions. Everyone uses both judging and perceiving in daily life but each person will have a natural preference.
So, this is a brief overview of the Myers Briggs instrument. There is a lot more to learn if you are interested. Not only can it help you understand your own temperament better, but a basic understanding can also help you understand what other people's dominant functions are and how to recognise when they are using them. Many of the upsets and misunderstandings between people in life boils down to a failure to understand how someone else perceives a situation and what their default reaction patterns are, based on their dominant function. It's a fascinating insight into our many differences and the best ways we can resolve them.
Kristen Claire Jones http://www.humanmetrics.com http://www.personalitypage.com
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Thursday, January 5, 2012
Hypnosis and Criminology
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Ivan_Corona]Ivan Corona
Application of hypnosis in criminology is a hotly debated subject which has both vociferous supporter as well as opponents. In the legal and medical parlance, the term applied is 'Forensic Hypnotherapy' which in common parlance is understood as 'hypnosis in criminology.' It can be described as a technique used aimed at exploring the memories of victims and or witnesses of serious crimes to facilitate the recall of situations, events, conversation that could have taken place at the time when such a crime has taken place. The legal system in some countries go to the extent of permitting an examination of perpetrators or persons who are suspected to be involved in such a crime and this has attracted the attention of opponents of hypnosis to strongly raise their voice against it. However, even after taking into account such criticism, on a balance and from pieces of evidence available numerous scientific studies, there is a consensus to the effect that a regressive state obtained via hypnosis in a clinical setting of the subjects is found to help in the recovery of repressed memories. Nonetheless, it does not in any way prejudice of the rights of those involved in it to defend their position.
Those who argue in favor of hypnosis have produced adequate evidence to show that hypnosis does produce an altered state of awareness which however can not be equated with sleep. To state otherwise, hypnosis when applied correctly helps a person to transit into a state of relaxation. This is scientifically evidenced with the use of Electroencephalographic methods which has the ability to differentiate a hypnotic state from other types of states as waking, sleeping etc. Such findings have further attest to the fact that the voice of a trained hypnotist could block all but the auditory sensory pathways of the subjects being hypnotized. This has the effect of locking the mind of the subjects with the voice of the trained hypnotist and by resulting in a suppression of anxiety makes the subjects reedy to open up memories which otherwise are repressed. This is scientifically described as 'therapeutic catharsis' by which it is meant that the subjects when reaches a stage of regression are capable of visualizing earlier events along with capturing the original emotional experiences they underwent at the time when the event took place. Eye fixation technique as originally popularized by the Scott Surgeon Braid is found to be equally valid in application here except the fact prior to carrying out this process, the subjects would have to be put into a complete medical and psychiatric assessment prior to being hypnotized. When this is done, it improves the chances of the subjects establishing a rapport with the therapists which is seen as a key in the facilitation of induction and obtaining a correct assessment of the events.
Human mind works in complex ways. For instance, when it is clouded with anxiety, it represses the memory. The unlocking of repressed memory then is possible only if the underlying anxiety is removed. The advantage hypnosis confers in this regard is it helps in the relieving of the anxiety which the subjects suffer and makes them ready to reveal events as it had happened at the original time when it had happened. Additionally, it has been established when emotional factors play havoc with the subjects in the recall of repressed memories, hypnosis has been found to be an effective remedial tool. In one experiment where 14 instances of witnesses and victims of a crime were interrogated under hypnotized conditions, they were able to recall the incidents in an accurate manner. Again the reason attributed to this was the ability of hypnosis as a technique to relieve the anxiety in them.
In conclusion, while we can state with an amount of certainty that hypnosis has positive use in Forensic Science, yet we need to sound a word of caution also. This is because some scientific studies indicate the fact that in spite of sincere and genuine efforts put by a trained hypnotist, still some subjects can feign as though they were hypnotized but still hide critical information and all the more worse can even fool the hypnotists and investigating agencies.
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Application of hypnosis in criminology is a hotly debated subject which has both vociferous supporter as well as opponents. In the legal and medical parlance, the term applied is 'Forensic Hypnotherapy' which in common parlance is understood as 'hypnosis in criminology.' It can be described as a technique used aimed at exploring the memories of victims and or witnesses of serious crimes to facilitate the recall of situations, events, conversation that could have taken place at the time when such a crime has taken place. The legal system in some countries go to the extent of permitting an examination of perpetrators or persons who are suspected to be involved in such a crime and this has attracted the attention of opponents of hypnosis to strongly raise their voice against it. However, even after taking into account such criticism, on a balance and from pieces of evidence available numerous scientific studies, there is a consensus to the effect that a regressive state obtained via hypnosis in a clinical setting of the subjects is found to help in the recovery of repressed memories. Nonetheless, it does not in any way prejudice of the rights of those involved in it to defend their position.
Those who argue in favor of hypnosis have produced adequate evidence to show that hypnosis does produce an altered state of awareness which however can not be equated with sleep. To state otherwise, hypnosis when applied correctly helps a person to transit into a state of relaxation. This is scientifically evidenced with the use of Electroencephalographic methods which has the ability to differentiate a hypnotic state from other types of states as waking, sleeping etc. Such findings have further attest to the fact that the voice of a trained hypnotist could block all but the auditory sensory pathways of the subjects being hypnotized. This has the effect of locking the mind of the subjects with the voice of the trained hypnotist and by resulting in a suppression of anxiety makes the subjects reedy to open up memories which otherwise are repressed. This is scientifically described as 'therapeutic catharsis' by which it is meant that the subjects when reaches a stage of regression are capable of visualizing earlier events along with capturing the original emotional experiences they underwent at the time when the event took place. Eye fixation technique as originally popularized by the Scott Surgeon Braid is found to be equally valid in application here except the fact prior to carrying out this process, the subjects would have to be put into a complete medical and psychiatric assessment prior to being hypnotized. When this is done, it improves the chances of the subjects establishing a rapport with the therapists which is seen as a key in the facilitation of induction and obtaining a correct assessment of the events.
Human mind works in complex ways. For instance, when it is clouded with anxiety, it represses the memory. The unlocking of repressed memory then is possible only if the underlying anxiety is removed. The advantage hypnosis confers in this regard is it helps in the relieving of the anxiety which the subjects suffer and makes them ready to reveal events as it had happened at the original time when it had happened. Additionally, it has been established when emotional factors play havoc with the subjects in the recall of repressed memories, hypnosis has been found to be an effective remedial tool. In one experiment where 14 instances of witnesses and victims of a crime were interrogated under hypnotized conditions, they were able to recall the incidents in an accurate manner. Again the reason attributed to this was the ability of hypnosis as a technique to relieve the anxiety in them.
In conclusion, while we can state with an amount of certainty that hypnosis has positive use in Forensic Science, yet we need to sound a word of caution also. This is because some scientific studies indicate the fact that in spite of sincere and genuine efforts put by a trained hypnotist, still some subjects can feign as though they were hypnotized but still hide critical information and all the more worse can even fool the hypnotists and investigating agencies.
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Tuesday, January 3, 2012
Get Your Higher Education From the Most Affordable Psychology Colleges in the US
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Higher education plays an important role in determining the future of every person and its one thing which cannot be compromised. Today thousands of people are looking to pursue different careers in psychology which has resulted in the demand for certified psychology colleges.
Though many institutes are set up to see to the rising demand, majority of the students who are interested in getting higher education in psychology usually cannot afford the tuition fee and learning cost implied by many psychology colleges.
Hence many of these students either opt for another career or else are left stranded without any choice. This is a major issue which cannot be ignored as the future development of psychology depends on the present progress. Therefore stated here below are the top 5 most affordable psychology colleges you will come across in the country which offer easy pricing, grants and scholarships programs for learners, helping them to get a grip on the career they seek.
Post University
Post University was set up in the year 1890 which focuses in offering student centered programs in psychology which are delivered both online and on-campus. The university is recognized for its affordable pricing against the quality education it provides and makes it possible for all to get hold of their successful psychology careers. This university can be the ideal place for all those seeking affordable higher education in psychology. Post University is regionally accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges and is also one of the notable psychology colleges present in the country.
Argosy University
Argosy University is home to one of the top psychology colleges in the country. The university's college of psychology and behavioral sciences has provided effective and valuable education in different areas of psychology at very low tuition fees compared to other psychology colleges of its caliber and status. Currently Argosy University is operating with over 20 campuses in the US.
Liberty University
Liberty University has the distinction of being not only the largest university in Virginia but also holds the status of being the largest non-profit university in the nation. The university's department of psychology offers reasonably priced undergraduate programs which it offers on its different campuses as well as online. Liberty University is undoubtedly one of the distinguished psychology colleges and can be a stepping stone for your future career.
Kaplan University
Kaplan University along the years has become one of the notable psychology colleges in the nation, mainly due to the commitment it shows towards the students, giving them access towards affordable, flexible and competent education. This university has been like a beacon of hope for both online and traditional students pursuing psychology degree programs.
Walden University
Walden University is a distance education offering higher educational institute which is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission. The university offers a number of psychology programs online to help with the needs of the 21 century learning communities. Walden University offers undergraduate, graduate and doctoral leveled psychology programs all at inexpensive rates making it easy for you to mange with your educational needs.
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Higher education plays an important role in determining the future of every person and its one thing which cannot be compromised. Today thousands of people are looking to pursue different careers in psychology which has resulted in the demand for certified psychology colleges.
Though many institutes are set up to see to the rising demand, majority of the students who are interested in getting higher education in psychology usually cannot afford the tuition fee and learning cost implied by many psychology colleges.
Hence many of these students either opt for another career or else are left stranded without any choice. This is a major issue which cannot be ignored as the future development of psychology depends on the present progress. Therefore stated here below are the top 5 most affordable psychology colleges you will come across in the country which offer easy pricing, grants and scholarships programs for learners, helping them to get a grip on the career they seek.
Post University
Post University was set up in the year 1890 which focuses in offering student centered programs in psychology which are delivered both online and on-campus. The university is recognized for its affordable pricing against the quality education it provides and makes it possible for all to get hold of their successful psychology careers. This university can be the ideal place for all those seeking affordable higher education in psychology. Post University is regionally accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges and is also one of the notable psychology colleges present in the country.
Argosy University
Argosy University is home to one of the top psychology colleges in the country. The university's college of psychology and behavioral sciences has provided effective and valuable education in different areas of psychology at very low tuition fees compared to other psychology colleges of its caliber and status. Currently Argosy University is operating with over 20 campuses in the US.
Liberty University
Liberty University has the distinction of being not only the largest university in Virginia but also holds the status of being the largest non-profit university in the nation. The university's department of psychology offers reasonably priced undergraduate programs which it offers on its different campuses as well as online. Liberty University is undoubtedly one of the distinguished psychology colleges and can be a stepping stone for your future career.
Kaplan University
Kaplan University along the years has become one of the notable psychology colleges in the nation, mainly due to the commitment it shows towards the students, giving them access towards affordable, flexible and competent education. This university has been like a beacon of hope for both online and traditional students pursuing psychology degree programs.
Walden University
Walden University is a distance education offering higher educational institute which is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission. The university offers a number of psychology programs online to help with the needs of the 21 century learning communities. Walden University offers undergraduate, graduate and doctoral leveled psychology programs all at inexpensive rates making it easy for you to mange with your educational needs.
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Sunday, January 1, 2012
Doctorate Degrees In Psychology
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The American Psychological Association decided in 1973 that they would endorse the Doctor in Psychology (PsyD) as an accepted program for professionals entering into the field of psychology, because it offered graduates practical knowledge of the field. This degree came much later than the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), which developed in the 1800s. Many people do not know the difference between a PsyD and a PhD program. Although both are excellent degrees to acquire, there are significant differences.
Requirements
The requirements for a PsyD program and a PhD program differ. Although both programs take generally the same amount of time to complete (around four to seven years after the Bachelor's degree), the PsyD program is more practice based. The coursework for the program is directly related to the field of study that the individual is interested in. The classes are more about hands-on practice, as opposed to theoretical knowledge. The topic of dissertation for the program is typically more practical as well.
A PhD program, on the other hand, is more research based. The classes a student takes in this program are based more on theory than practice. Classes tend to be more focused on the science behind psychology and writing. The dissertation completed by a PhD candidate is based on original theoretical research.
Funding
Funding for a PsyD program generally comes from student loans, either private or government. There are numerous loans available for students in post-graduate degree programs from an accredited university or college. Because many PsyD students are not in school full-time, they take on full-time or part-time jobs in order to help acquire the money for tuition.
Students enrolled in a PhD program are more likely to attain money elsewhere. These students generally work alongside faculty with research grants. These faculty members hire students and offer some sort of combination of tuition and stipend. PhD students are less likely than PsyD students to have to enroll for multiple loans.
Careers
The types of jobs individuals with a PsyD can attain are very similar to those individuals with a PhD. However, because the PsyD program is more practice based, these individuals tend to get jobs in the private consulting sector in business, government, and non-profit.
Individuals with a PhD tend to attain jobs in teaching, research, and writing. Although teaching positions are open to graduates of both degrees, many people with a PhD opt for teaching positions.
It is up to the individual which degree program he or she wants to apply to. It is important to look at the differences between the two degrees and weigh the benefits of both. No matter what [http://www.elearners.com/online-degrees/doctorate/psychology.htm]doctorate in psychology the individual acquires, a rewarding career will be granted. It will be beneficial to the individual if he or she decides beforehand which sub-field to pursue. By knowing this before one chooses a degree program, the individual will have better knowledge as to what program would benefit him or her in the long run. Depending on the program, it may even be possible to earn an [http://www.elearners.com/]accredited online college degree.
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The American Psychological Association decided in 1973 that they would endorse the Doctor in Psychology (PsyD) as an accepted program for professionals entering into the field of psychology, because it offered graduates practical knowledge of the field. This degree came much later than the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), which developed in the 1800s. Many people do not know the difference between a PsyD and a PhD program. Although both are excellent degrees to acquire, there are significant differences.
Requirements
The requirements for a PsyD program and a PhD program differ. Although both programs take generally the same amount of time to complete (around four to seven years after the Bachelor's degree), the PsyD program is more practice based. The coursework for the program is directly related to the field of study that the individual is interested in. The classes are more about hands-on practice, as opposed to theoretical knowledge. The topic of dissertation for the program is typically more practical as well.
A PhD program, on the other hand, is more research based. The classes a student takes in this program are based more on theory than practice. Classes tend to be more focused on the science behind psychology and writing. The dissertation completed by a PhD candidate is based on original theoretical research.
Funding
Funding for a PsyD program generally comes from student loans, either private or government. There are numerous loans available for students in post-graduate degree programs from an accredited university or college. Because many PsyD students are not in school full-time, they take on full-time or part-time jobs in order to help acquire the money for tuition.
Students enrolled in a PhD program are more likely to attain money elsewhere. These students generally work alongside faculty with research grants. These faculty members hire students and offer some sort of combination of tuition and stipend. PhD students are less likely than PsyD students to have to enroll for multiple loans.
Careers
The types of jobs individuals with a PsyD can attain are very similar to those individuals with a PhD. However, because the PsyD program is more practice based, these individuals tend to get jobs in the private consulting sector in business, government, and non-profit.
Individuals with a PhD tend to attain jobs in teaching, research, and writing. Although teaching positions are open to graduates of both degrees, many people with a PhD opt for teaching positions.
It is up to the individual which degree program he or she wants to apply to. It is important to look at the differences between the two degrees and weigh the benefits of both. No matter what [http://www.elearners.com/online-degrees/doctorate/psychology.htm]doctorate in psychology the individual acquires, a rewarding career will be granted. It will be beneficial to the individual if he or she decides beforehand which sub-field to pursue. By knowing this before one chooses a degree program, the individual will have better knowledge as to what program would benefit him or her in the long run. Depending on the program, it may even be possible to earn an [http://www.elearners.com/]accredited online college degree.
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