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- The new Center for the History of Psychology opens Monday at the University of Akron.
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| The new Center for the History of Psychology opens Monday at the University of Akron. Posted: 28 Aug 2010 11:34 PM PDT Published: Sunday, August 29, 2010, 1:00 AM Updated: Sunday, August 29, 2010, 2:17 AMAKRON, Ohio -- Some of the nation's most famous psychology artifacts, including an inflatable "Bobo" doll used to demonstrate how children learn aggressive behavior through imitation and the simulated shock experiment that showed people's willingness to obey orders, will be on display in the new Center for the History of Psychology at the University of Akron.The center opens Monday and occupies the basement and first floor of a four-story former warehouse at College and Mill streets. "This is the culmination of a dream, a real vision," said David Baker, a psychology professor and director of the Archives of the History of American Psychology, which was established at the university in 1965. "It allows us to share all this with the public and educate the public about the science and practice of psychology." The archives, an affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution, has acquired and preserved the historical record of psychology in America. Its manuscript collection includes the papers of more than 740 psychologists. But while researchers around the world have visited the university to examine archived material, Baker wanted to share the center's artifacts with the public. The archives boast more than 1,000 pieces of obsolete equipment, such as a helmet of electrodes meant to measure such traits as jealousy. Museum displays include a purported shock box that Yale students, under orders, set past the "danger" mark, despite screams from victims (who were actually actors). Also shown will be the Stanford Prison Experiment, one of the most well-known social psychology experiments of the 20th century, according to the university. In 1971, psychologist Philip Zimbardo examined the psychology of prison life and the ways in which ordinary individuals adapt to roles of authority and submission. A mock prison was set up in the basement of a building on the Stanford University campus, and students were assigned to be guards or prisoners. By the second day, the guards had adapted to their roles, using psychological tactics to demean and control the prisoners, who became submissive, stressed and depressed. Guards and prisoners forgot that they were in an experiment and began to believe that they were truly in prison. The American Psychological Association pays for much of the cost to maintain the ar chives at the University of Akron, but Baker and other supporters spent years raising money and planning the museum. Support came from foundations, individuals and corporations. Roadway Express donated its warehouse, and a $1.5 million gift from psychologist Nicholas Cummings and his wife, Dorothy, went toward the $2 million in renovations, Baker said. "We were able to refurbish the basement and first floor for the gallery and archives," Baker said. "But with more funding, we plan to occupy the entire building." The Center for the History of Psychology at 239 E. Mill St. is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday and noon to 4 p.m. Saturday. Admission is free. Researchers seeking access to the archives should call 330-972-7285. To reach this Plain Dealer reporter: kfarkas@plaind.com, 216-999-5079 This entry passed through the Full-Text RSS service — if this is your content and you're reading it on someone else's site, please read our FAQ page at fivefilters.org/content-only/faq.php |
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| Psychology: Children learn integrity from moms, dads Posted: 29 Aug 2010 03:27 AM PDT Q: Will you repeat your column on teaching integrity from years ago? A: The opportunity for a child to apologize, admit his mistake and feel remorse was lost when his mother said to him: "You will do no such thing as apologize. Most of the kids in your class cheat if they have a chance. You were just unlucky and got caught." A few days later, this same child bullied another child. The principal called the bully's father. That evening, the father commented to his son: "I'm sure that the kid deserved it. Don't sweat it; your principal is stupid." Given this parental input, it was not unexpected that this same child would break into a neighbor's home several years later and steal property. This child's parental guidance didn't include teaching integrity. His ability to feel compassion, love and respect for others was absent, as was his self-esteem. Integrity is part of the constellation of features in mentally healthy people who respect themselves. They pursue high standards even when no one else is watching or seems to care. Integrity is the high road, although it is often difficult or unpopular. There is a saying: "People who respect themselves are people of integrity, and only people with integrity can respect themselves." Self-esteem is the sibling of integrity. Going against and violating our moral code slowly chips away at our self-esteem and leaves us less and less able to make healthy choices. Healthy parenting demonstrates behavior and values that you want your children to learn. Modeling virtues such as integrity, honesty, self-discipline and fairness with your child can help accomplish this goal. The next time you give your child your blueprint for dealing with life, think about the consequences. Poor self-esteem is hard to rebuild. Hap LeCrone, a Cox News Service columnist, is a clinical psychologist. Write him at 4555 Lake Shore Dr., Waco, TX 76710; or by e-mail. hlecrone@aol.com This entry passed through the Full-Text RSS service — if this is your content and you're reading it on someone else's site, please read our FAQ page at fivefilters.org/content-only/faq.php |
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