As someone who has established a deep interest in the development of the visual system, participating in research and acquisition of information regarding visual, perceptual and cognitive processes with the objective of contributing to the intellectual and academic fields, is a fundamental goal of mine. My primary interest lies in the field of vision with an emphasis on the development of selective attention in infancy. The unique opportunities presented at York University, in this field, are unparalleled. Offering one of the only laboratories that study the visual and cognitive development of infants, York presents a rare opportunity to further research the processes underlying measures of selective attention. A curiosity for undiscovered knowledge, in addition to interests sparked by my work with Dr. Fallah regarding visual processing and selective attention in adults, is what motivates me to pursue a graduate degree in Psychology. Moreover, the passion underlying these motives is not all that makes me an ideal candidate for the Graduate Program in Psychology. Coming to the end of an undergraduate degree in Psychology, the main focus of my academic experience …show more content…
I wanted to ensure that I expanded the diversity of psychology courses taken, strengthened my professional network with other professors, and decide whether pursuing a graduate degree was right for me before embarking on this commitment. My fifth year allowed for the opportunity to complete an independent study with the possibility of being published, rather than the alternative course based thesis research. My role in independently conducting the experiment and overcoming technical issues instilled in me attitudes of perseverance that are essential in the research world which requires constant modification. This dilatation provided me with invaluable experience that can be augmented through my graduate
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Your Vision as a Psychology Practitioner-Scholar Introduction One of my visions as a psychology practitioner scholar is becoming a clinical counselor. My purpose in psychology is to help people understand their life in a clear distinct way. I specifically want to target children and, help them grow and be more than they have the potential to be. I want to focus on the child development of children based on their environment. I want to be able understand children react the way they do in certain situations.
Interacting with my professors as a teacher's assistant and research assistant gave me a chance to discover at a more personal level what psychology is all about. Although I am seeking a M.A. in General Psychology at this time, I do have specific goals for my future. I hope to continue my education past the M.A. and receive a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology, counseling individuals and eventually acquiring a teaching position with a college or university.
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My interest in Psychology began in 2012, when I had the opportunity to research on my own about the subject. After I embarked on an introductory course in Psychology to relieve the boredom of working in a call centre, I then was motivated to continue with my studies. After securing my Higher and HNC in Social Science – I continued with the HND.
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program in Clinical psychology with a concentration in Neuropsychology. I aspire to become a proficient Clinical Neuropsychologist in a hospital or private practice and later, hopefully open my own research center. I am fascinated by the complexity of the human brain and its endless capabilities. I yearn to continue learning about the brain and apply the knowledge I have gained to improving the quality of people 's life. With this in mind, conducting research is an imperative aspect of any psychology graduate program. This prestigious internship will introduce and provide me with the background on research that I will utilize during my graduate experience and beyond. It will enhance my analytical thinking skills and build upon my hands on laboratory experience. The program will equip me with knowledge and skills, which are valuable to my academic and career
At Wesleyan University, Edward Thorndike’s junior year psychology course was merely a requirement for completing his degree and claimed it offered no spark of inspiration. The desire to pursue psychology came later through required readings from chapters in William James’ book Principles of Psychology. After graduation from Wesleyan University, an opportunity presented itself to Thorndike to work under James at Harvard for his graduate degree. He continued his education under the supervision of James McKeen Catell at Columbia University and in 1898 completed his Ph.D..
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Psychology is the study of the mind, its biology, and behavior if the individual. The father of psychology, Wilhelm Wundt, used objective measurement and controlled analyzing to find and emphasize separation between psychology and philosophy (McLeod). Wundt opened the Institute for Experimental Psychology at the University of Leipzig in Germany in 1879, using his background in physiology to study reactions and sensations (McLeod). There is no doubt that he, along with the later help of Sigmund Freud, launched what is now modern psychology. Psychology and its research helped the world understand the inner workings of the mind and how it affects everyone around us.
The complexities of the human mind, how it works, why it works, and why it deviates sometimes, were the factors that drew me towards the field of psychology. I was born in India and as I was growing up I realized that psychological problems were not discussed in public. The mystery and intrigue surrounding the disorders further instilled in me the need to understand them in detail. As I continue my academic journey I wish to delve into the depths of Clinical Psychology in order to understand psychopathology better and use my knowledge and skills to create customized intervention plans and to facilitate a harmonious living environment.