Psychological Theories/Cases
Isaac Ferguson
Latest Articles
A Cultural View of Self-Presentation, Part I
How we act around other people depends to a great extent on who we are and what situation we are in. Despite all the different possibilities, patterns occur within cultures.
This learning theory states that behaviors followed by rewards will increase in frequency, while those followed by punishment will decrease.
Do you have an artistic flair, or are you more the conventional type? According to John Holland, a person's career should fit their personality.
Are humans really all that different from other animals? This article examines some of the evidence.
Content Theories of Motivation: McGregor, ERG, Herzberg, and McClelland
Here's a brief overview of 4 theories describing different motivational models.
Process Theories of Motivation
What motivates individuals to work? While no single explanation exists, here are three popular theories about what gets people going.
Experimental psychologist Harry Harlow spent 40 years studying love, attachment, isolation and more in a primatology lab.
A great deal of research has been done regarding problem-solving. This article provides a brief overview of different problem-solving techniques and pitfalls.
The fear of contagion is a very powerful one, even when there is no risk of contamination.
Psychology is a young field, but it is already vast and influential. Studying this science will help you understand yourself and appreciate fellow human’s actions more.