Thinking like a scientist

          As scientists, psychologists are expected to help expand the current knowledge base. For this post, you are being asked to think like a scientist. Choose a research question of personal interest within the field of psychology....

Smoking cessation

  Smoking cessation continues to be a leading modifiable risk factor for cardiorespiratory and total body wellness. Many options, such as e-cigarettes and vaping, have come to the forefront as cessation alternatives, but studies on safety are lacking. As a...

Health Promotion Planning

        Identify a current public health issue (excluding HIV/AIDS, obesity and youth violence). This can be any public health topic that interests you. Develop a health promotion plan with at least three strategies that incorporate cultural...

Public health emphasis

  Please respond to the discussions as they relate to your area of public health emphasis (i.e., environmental & occupational health, healthcare administration, health education, or general public health). Your comments will be graded on how well they meet...

The mapping of the human genome in science

              In chapter 17, we read about how the mapping of the human genome in science has led to some questions about race and ancestry. Review the video interview with Prof. Alondra Nelson about her research on genetic testing....

The Myers-Brigg Type Indicator

Using the Myers-Brigg Type Indicator, identify a personality trait that helps you communicate with others, and a personality trait that hinders your communication. You can use the same trait if you want. If you don’t know your MBTI type use the link here:...