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Psychology
 Websites presented in alphabetical order After the Ball 
 This article examines the psychological issues that professional athletes face after retirement. It discusses the emotional difficulties of transitioning to life after fame and success, and the challenges of finding a new purpose after a short career. From Psychology Today magazine. http://www.psychologytoday.com/articles/200405/after-the-ball Topics: Social Science, Sports Last updated Jul 29, 2009 Age of Emotion
This online exhibit explores human emotions as revealed in documents, photographs, cards, poems, and letters from the Cumbria County Library, U.K. Topics include Victorian mourning, a saucy look at love, hatred of war, sisterly concern, and "a tale of love and hate," which starts with a bundle of love letters and finishes with a legal settlement. http://www.cumbria.gov.uk/archives/ageofemo/ Topics: Social Science Last updated Jan 30, 2006 AllPsych Online: The Virtual Psychology Classroom
"One of the largest and most comprehensive psychology websites on the Internet. ... [with] over 920 individual, cross referenced, web pages and an estimated 3000 pages of printed material" on psychology texts, psychiatric disorders, research, and more. Includes articles and papers, a timeline, dictionary, and brief biographies of prominent psychologists. Also includes material about careers and education in psychology. From a psychologist. http://allpsych.com/ Topics: Health & Medical Disciplines, Science, Social Science Last updated Dec 5, 2007 The Anatomy of Sarcasm: Researchers Reveal How the Brain Handles This Complex Communication
Summary and full text of a paper that explores "the neurobiology of sarcasm and the cognitive processes underlying it by examining the performance of participants with focal lesions [brain damage] on tasks that required understanding of sarcasm and social cognition." The paper is fairly technical, but does include some introductory material about sarcasm (a form of irony). From Neuropsychology, a journal of the American Psychological Association (APA). http://www.apa.org/releases/sarcasm.html Topics: Social Science Last updated Jun 13, 2006 APA Help Center
The American Psychological Association (APA) offers information on "How To Find Help with Life's Problems," including when to seek help and where to find it, workplace psychology, stress, depression, family problems, and the connection between mind and body. Searchable. http://www.APAHelpCenter.org Topics: Health, Health & Medical Disciplines, Jobs & Work, Medical Treatments & Devices, Mental Conditions, Science, Social Science, The Human Body Last updated Dec 8, 2005 Beyond Intractability: A Free Knowledge Base on More Constructive Approaches to Destructive Conflict
"Intractable conflicts are those stuck in an increasingly destructive spiral with no end in sight." This site provides resources for resolving such conflicts, including diagnostic checklists (in areas of international, public policy, workplace, and interpersonal conflict), guides to intervention options, essays, interviews, and more. From the University of Colorado; originally established with funding from the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation, the site now requests donations for its use. http://www.beyondintractability.org Topics: Social Issues, Social Science Last updated May 2, 2007 Classics in the History of Psychology
A full-text collection of "historically significant public domain documents from the scholarly literature of psychology and allied disciplines." Search by keyword or browse by author or topic. There are 20 books and over 100 articles and chapters available, as well as links to over 170 relevant works. Also available is a Primary Source Reading Suggestions for History of Psychology Courses along with the context and rationale for inclusion. Developed by a professor in the Department of Psychology at York University (Toronto). http://psychclassics.yorku.ca/ Topics: Health & Medical Disciplines, Science, Social Science Last updated Feb 20, 2003 Controlling Anger: A Self Help Guide
This British patient education pamphlet discusses anger: what it is and its causes, signs that you may have difficulty controlling anger, and how to control physical symptoms and angry thoughts and behavior. Includes examples and exercises. Written by clinical psychologists from the Newcastle, North Tyneside and Northumberland Mental Health Trust. http://www.patient.co.uk/health/Controlling-Anger-A-Self-Help-Guide.htm Topics: Social Science Last updated Sep 30, 2009 Coping with Holiday Stress
Questions and answers about coping with stress and family problems during the holiday season (Halloween through Christmas). By psychologist Dorothy Cantor, a former president of the American Psychological Association (APA). http://apahelpcenter.org/articles/article.php?id=8 Topics: Christmas, Health & Medical Disciplines, Holidays & Observances, Medical Treatments & Devices, Science, Social Science Last updated Jun 6, 2007 Crying and Tears
Material for children about how and why we cry. Covers what are tears, what makes eyes water, and typical situations that may cause crying. Also includes some interesting facts, such as that "in general, baby boys cry more than baby girls" and that "sometimes we laugh until we cry." From the Children, Youth and Women's Health Service in South Australia. http://www.cyh.com/HealthTopics/HealthTopicDetailsKids.aspx?p=335&np=152&id=2489 Topics: Social Science, The Human Body Last updated May 7, 2007 Current Topics in Psychology
This directory is a well-organized, quick reference collection of articles, Web sites, and research tools. The page is divided between a section listing more comprehensive resources (Web of Addiction, PsychCrawler, Exploratorium's Memory, etc.) and a section of links to more specific topics (articles on ergonomics, Internet addiction, etc.). Maintained by a clinical psychologist. http://www.fenichel.com/Current.shtml Topics: Health & Medical Disciplines, Medical Treatments & Devices, Science, Social Science Last updated Sep 26, 2000 Developmental Psychology: Special Section: Children, Adolescents, and the Internet
Series of articles on psychology topics related to youth and the Internet. Some of the subjects include the effects on academic performance of home Internet use by low-income children, discussion of self-injury on online message boards, and communication of sexual topics in chat rooms. From Developmental Psychology, a journal published by the American Psychological Association (APA). http://www.apa.org/journals/dev/special-internet.html Topics: Families, Internet, Social Science Last updated Jun 8, 2006 Diagnostik
"Through the medium of art, [this exhibit] strives to provoke contemplation and dialogue concerning perceptions about the mentally ill and the dignity of the individual patient." The exhibition uses as its theme the Rorschach inkblot test (Psychodiagnostik), developed by Swiss physician Hermann Rorschach in 1921. Features Rorschach-inspired art, background about the Rorschach test, and other material from the physical exhibit. From University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics Medical Museum. http://www.uihealthcare.com/depts/medmuseum/galleryexhibits/diagnostik/ Topics: Mental Conditions, Social Science Last updated Mar 10, 2009 Dr Phil.com
The official Web site for TV talk show host Dr. Phil (Phillip C. McGraw, Ph.D.) promotes his Life Strategies concepts, gives Advice using his "tell-it-like-it-is" style, and has a brief biography. It also provides information on past, current, and future topics for the program and tells how to become a guest on the show. http://www.drphil.com/ Topics: Health & Medical Disciplines, Notable People, Recreation, Science, Social Science, Television Last updated Oct 23, 2002 Emotions Anonymous (EA)
EA is a fellowship "of people who come together in weekly meetings for the purpose of working toward recovery from emotional difficulties." Tools of the program (similar to Alcoholics Anonymous) include EA's "Twelve Steps," "Twelve Traditions," "Twelve Helpful Concepts," and its "Twelve Promises." Additionally, there is a searchable list of world meetings. The site may be viewed in Spanish, Japanese, Swedish, French, and German. http://www.emotionsanonymous.org/ Topics: Health & Medical Disciplines, Medical Treatments & Devices, Science, Social Science Last updated Feb 12, 2002 Evolutionary Psychology: A Primer
An introduction to evolutionary psychology. "Evolutionary psychology is an 'approach' to psychology, in which knowledge and principles from evolutionary biology are put to use in research on the structure of the human mind." Outlines five basic biological principles and includes information on phylogenetic versus adaptationist approaches to psychology. From the Center for Evolutionary Psychology, University of California, Santa Barbara. http://www.psych.ucsb.edu/research/cep/primer.html Topics: Health & Medical Disciplines, Science, Science, Social Issues, Social Science Last updated Aug 9, 2003 Face to Face: The Science of Reading Faces
Transcript of a 2004 interview with psychologist Paul Ekman, who is known for his research on facial expression and the development, with associates, of the Facial Action Coding System (FACS). Includes a few facial expression photos. Part of the "Conversations with History" series at the Institute of International Studies, University of California, Berkeley. http://globetrotter.berkeley.edu/people4/Ekman/ekman-con0.html Topics: Communications, Notable People, Social Science Last updated Dec 6, 2005 Facts for Families
A collection of nearly 100 fact sheets developed by the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry on various issues relating to childhood and adolescence. Topics include child abuse, child and adolescent development, medical health and disease, mental health and disorders, media issues, parenting and family problems, and sexuality issues. Reports are available in several languages. http://www.aacap.org/page.ww?section=Facts+for+Families&name=Facts+for+Families Topics: Families, Health, Health & Medical Disciplines, People, Science, Social Science, The Human Body Last updated Jun 29, 2007 The Happiness Formula
Companion to a series of BBC programs that explores the causes of human happiness. Features video clips and stories on levels of happiness throughout our lives, and happiness and public policy, politics, diversity, the use of cyberspace, and more, Includes reader-supplied tips for happiness and a quiz that measures how happy you are. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC). http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/programmes/happiness_formula/default.stm Topics: Social Science, Society & Social Science Last updated Sep 8, 2009 Hermann Rorschach, M.D.
Profile of Hermann Rorschach, Swiss physician who is known for the Rorschach inkblot method of psychological testing. Describes Rorschach's combined interest in psychoanalysis and drawing, potential sources of inspiration for the inkblot test, the research monograph "Psychodiagnostics" that describes the test, and related material. Includes a brief bibliography. From a collection of biographies accompanying a modern psychological testing and diagnosis text. http://www.mhhe.com/mayfieldpub/psychtesting/profiles/rorschach.htm Topics: Notable People, Social Science Last updated Mar 19, 2009 Holiday Blues
"Holiday blues, although serious, should not be confused with another condition called Seasonal Affective Disorder, which is a clinically diagnosed mood disorder that usually occurs during the winter months." This site discusses causes and symptoms of holiday blues and provides tips for managing holiday depression and stress. From University of Maryland Medicine. http://www.umm.edu/mentalhealth/holiday.htm Topics: Health & Medical Disciplines, Holidays & Observances, Mental Conditions, Science, Social Science Last updated Nov 23, 2004 How Hypnosis Works
This site describes the history and uses of hypnosis (such as habit-control related to smoking) and debunks misconceptions. Includes links to related sites. From How Stuff Works. http://science.howstuffworks.com/hypnosis.htm Topics: Social Science Last updated Aug 24, 2008 How Laughter Works
This article considers laughter: "what it is, what happens in our brains when we laugh, what makes us laugh and how it can make us healthier and happier. You'll also learn that there's a tremendous amount that no one understands yet." Topics include the brain's limbic system ("a network of structures located beneath the cerebral cortex"), and the three traditional theories about what we find humorous (incongruity, superiority, and relief). From HowStuffWorks. http://health.howstuffworks.com/human-nature/emotions/other/laughter.htm Topics: Social Science, Sports, Recreation, & Entertainment Last updated Sep 14, 2009 Human Intelligence
"This site includes biographical profiles of people who have influenced the development of intelligence theory and testing, in-depth articles exploring current controversies related to human intelligence, and resources for teachers." Features a time period index and articles on topics such as the role of standardized intelligence measures, birth order and intelligence, and the theory of multiple intelligences. From Indiana University. http://www.indiana.edu/~intell/ Topics: Social Science Last updated Feb 1, 2006 The Human Nature Review
This online publication features articles, links, and book reviews from a variety of disciplines and viewpoints with the goal of bringing "into communication the variety of approaches to the understanding of human nature which have a regrettable tendency to be less in touch with one another than they might." There is also an Online Dictionary of Mental Health that is actually a searchable subject directory of Web resources. http://www.human-nature.com Topics: Health, Health & Medical Disciplines, Mental Conditions, Science, Social Science, The Human Body Last updated May 23, 2005 If You Are Concerned About Your Child's Gender Behaviors: A Guide for Parents
This "guide is a resource for parents who want information and advice on a child with gender-variant behaviors." The guide includes a definition of gender-variant behavior, a description of commonly seen behaviors, tips for supporting a gender-variant child (including preparing a child to deal with bullying), and advice on when to seek professional help. Opens directly into a PDF file. From the Children's National Medical Center in Washington, D.C. http://www.childrensnational.org/files/PDF/DepartmentsandPrograms/Neuroscience/Psychiatry/GenderVariantOutreachProgram/GVParentBrochure.pdf Topics: Families, Health & Medical Disciplines, Medical Treatments & Devices, People, Science, Science, Social Science, Society & Social Science, Society & Social Science Last updated May 15, 2008 Inside an Arsonist's Mind
This 2003 article explores the psychological profile of arsonists. Topics include intelligence and arson and motivations such as anger, revenge, excitement, and arousal. Also includes a list of "red flags that could identify a possible arsonist-in-the-works," such as "children who start playing with matches or fire as early as age 3." From WebMD. http://www.webmd.com/mental-health/news/20031029/inside-arsonists-mind Topics: Crime, Social Science Last updated Apr 5, 2007 International High IQ Society
Puzzles and IQ tests from this group that welcomes "people from all walks of life who have an IQ in the top five percent of the population and who want to be part of our global community" on the Internet. http://www.highiqsociety.org/ Topics: Games & Puzzles, Mysteries and More, Social Science Last updated Jan 8, 2003 Journal of College & Character
"The special focus of this website is character development in college ... how colleges and universities influence, both intentionally and unintentionally, the moral and civic learning and behaviors of college students." Features journal articles, public diaries of college presidents, recommended reading, research studies, and resources on college student creeds, spirituality, leadership, and other character development topics. Searchable. From the Center for the Study of Values in College Student Development at Florida State University. http://collegevalues.org/ Topics: Health & Medical Disciplines, Nonfiction by Genre, Science, Social Science Last updated Feb 21, 2006 Keirsey Temperament Sorter II
Like the more complete Myers-Briggs test, the Keirsey Sorter is based on Jung's theory of personality types, which divides individuals into 16 distinct temperaments. Four pairs of preferences are identified - extroversion vs. introversion; intuition vs. sensation; thinking vs. feeling; judgmental vs. perceptive. http://www.advisorteam.com/user/ktsintro.asp Topics: Health & Medical Disciplines, Science, Social Science Last updated Jul 19, 2001 The Legacy Project
"Numerous artworks from around the world, addressing the absence and losses experienced by societies as a result of past tragedies, including war, genocide, ethnic conflict, and population displacement" document 20th-century traumas such as apartheid, Khmer Rouge activities in Cambodia, the Holocaust, the Vietnam War, slavery, and September 11. The "Literary Sampler" features an archive of writings from around the world. http://www.legacy-project.org/ Topics: Arts and Humanities, Black Resources, Health & Medical Disciplines, History, Labor, Schools of Art, Science, Science, Social Science Last updated Feb 27, 2007 Mental Health and Psychology Resources Online
Annotated and rated directory of thousands of psychology and mental health resources on the Internet. Part of the Psych Central pages maintained by Dr. John Grohol, a psychologist and computer consultant. http://psychcentral.com/resources/ Topics: Consumer Research & Advocacy, Health, Health & Medical Disciplines, Mental Conditions, Science, Social Science, The Human Body Last updated Oct 23, 2007 Mind and Body: René Descartes to William James
This essay traces "major contributions to theories of mind, body and their relationship. Starting with Descartes ... we will note the way in which 17th and 18th century ideas developed in direct response to the Cartesian challenge, and then relate 19th century mind/brain theorizing to progress in understanding the brain as the 'organ of mind' and the mind as a powerful source of physical illness and cure." In English and Spanish. From a psychology professor. http://serendip.brynmawr.edu/Mind/Table.html Topics: Health & Medical Disciplines, Science, Social Science Last updated Mar 22, 2005 Mind Science Foundation
This foundation "is dedicated to solving one of the major questions of modern science -- the puzzle of human consciousness." Its website features a database of researchers who are working in the area of human consciousness (with links to individual websites), news, and links to websites for related organizations. http://www.mindscience.org/ Topics: Social Science Last updated Jun 27, 2007 The Mozart Effect
This site considers issues such as whether "listening to Mozart's music is purported to improve our spatial intelligence," and what this effect might be on babies. Includes links to related sites and a bibliography. Part of the Human Intelligence website from Indiana University. http://www.indiana.edu/~intell/mozarteffect2.shtml Topics: Musical Genres, Social Science Last updated Jan 17, 2006 Online Readings in Psychology and Culture
This online textbook "is designed to be used by professors to supplement lectures and textbooks in any psychology course, or as the primary readings for courses in psychology and culture." Topics include measuring intelligence and abilities across cultures, acculturation and adapting to other cultures, cultural perspectives on death, social psychology, and culture and mental illness. From the Center for Cross-Cultural Research, Western Washington University. http://www.ac.wwu.edu/~culture/readings.htm Topics: Social Science, Society & Social Science Last updated May 27, 2008 Procrastination Central
Collection of research material and fun resources about procrastination, including quotes, links to websites (such as procrastination societies and tests), theories, studies, and more. From a professor of human resources and organizational dynamics who has written scholarly publications about procrastination. http://webapps2.ucalgary.ca/~steel/Procrastinus/index.php Topics: Social Science Last updated Jan 16, 2007 Psych Web
This searchable site contains links for the APA (American Psychological Association) style guidelines and tutorials, full-text print resources including pamphlets, career information, and listings of psychology departments with an Internet presence. There is also a searchable database of links to online journals, many of which provide free, full-text access. Additionally, there is a briefly annotated directory of related resources as well as articles on a wide variety of topics including hypnosis, sports psychology, states of consciousness, and more. By a Georgia Southern University professor of psychology. http://www.psychwww.com/ Topics: Health & Medical Disciplines, Nonfiction by Genre, Science, Social Science Last updated Oct 4, 2000 Psychology Experiments on the Internet
This is "an on-line cognitive and social psychology laboratory site ... [that] consists of a set of interactive experiments, a cumulative data archive, download utilities for both data and experiment source code, downloadable Excel macros for analyzing data from the experiments, and support materials for those who want to use and/or develop experiments at the site." From the University of Mississippi. http://psychexps.olemiss.edu Topics: Health & Medical Disciplines, Science, Social Science Last updated Oct 26, 2004 Secrets of the Sexes
Companion to a 2005 BBC television series about gender differences that considered the question, "Are men and women's brains wired differently?" Features the "Sex ID test, a series of visual challenges and questions used by psychologists" in the television series, and articles on topics such as empathizing, handedness, and facial attractiveness. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC). http://www.bbc.co.uk/sn/tvradio/programmes/sexsecrets/ Topics: Social Science, Society & Social Science Last updated Aug 8, 2006 She Brains — He Brains
"Are there really any differences between female brains and male brains?" This site designed for children discusses differences in male and female brains and where in the brain these differences might be located. Topics include differences in brain size, the corpus callosum (the "major pathway that connects the right and left cerebral hemispheres"), and the hypothalamus. From an anesthesiology professor at the University of Washington. http://faculty.washington.edu/chudler/heshe.html Topics: Health & Medical Disciplines, People, Science, Social Science, The Human Body Last updated May 25, 2006 The Shyness Home Page
Provides "resources for people seeking information and services for shyness." Includes shyness surveys, and links to treatment centers. http://www.shyness.com Topics: Health & Medical Disciplines, Medical Treatments & Devices, Mental Conditions, Science, Social Science Last updated Jul 4, 2004 Social Psychology Network (SPN)
A database of links to thousands of websites related to social psychology. Subjects include prejudice, discrimination, gender, and romance and attraction; types of material provided include professional journals, teaching resources, and research groups. Also includes a directory of professionals who specialize in social or personality psychology, discussion forums, and links to related general psychology material. Maintained by a professor at Wesleyan University. http://www.socialpsychology.org Topics: Social Science Last updated Nov 9, 2005 Stanford Prison Experiment: A Simulation Study of the Psychology of Imprisonment
In 1971, an experiment held at Stanford University looked at the psychology behind prison life. Volunteers were assigned prisoner and guard roles. The results, a disturbing look at human behavior, are described here in words and pictures. The site also offers discussion topics and links to other prison and criminal justice Web sites. http://www.prisonexp.org/ Topics: Crime, Health & Medical Disciplines, Science, Social Science Last updated Nov 27, 2001 They Just Can't Help It
This April 2003 article discusses the "empathising-systemising (E-S) theory," which posits that "the female brain is predominantly hard-wired for empathy, and that the male brain is predominantly hard-wired for understanding and building systems." Includes a short bibliography and an interactive tests that claim to gauge "how male or female is your brain?" From the Guardian Unlimited, the online companion to the British newspaper The Guardian. http://www.guardian.co.uk/education/2003/apr/17/research.highereducation Topics: Health & Medical Disciplines, Medical Treatments & Devices, People, People, Science, Science, Social Science Last updated Sep 22, 2009 Understanding Prejudice
This supplement to the print anthology "Understanding Prejudice and Discrimination" offers "more than 2,000 links to prejudice-related resources, as well as searchable databases with hundreds of prejudice researchers and social justice organizations." The "Reading Room" section has bibliographies on sexism, anti-Semitism, genocide, and many other prejudice-related topics. A searchable experts directory includes listings for more than 200 media contacts, career mentors, and social scientists. http://www.understandingprejudice.org/ Topics: Health & Medical Disciplines, Jobs & Work, Judaism, Science, September 11 & Beyond, Social Issues, Social Science Last updated Aug 15, 2005 |
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