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The experiments conducted were to understand the causes of indecisiveness with the outcome of better and easier decision making. This was done by comparing self-esteem and anxiety with indecisiveness. The variable of indecisiveness was measured on a…

In this paper, we sought to understand where individual motivation and interests come from and how we can better understand them so that we could better understand how to accomplish our goals. Previous research has found that how interested someone…

Anxiety disorders are not only extremely common, but they also have a long-term adverse impact on the lives of people of all ages worldwide. One of the known risk factors for developing such psychopathology is adverse childhood experience (ACE).…

In this paper, we sought to understand what the biological mechanism of nightmares so that we could learn how to overcome and improve our quality of sleep. Previous research has predicted an increase in nightmares by variables such as sugar consumed…

ABOUT The Journal of Camosun Psychology Research is a biannual, online student publication produced with the support of the Department of Psychology at Camosun College. All articles are instructor-reviewed and edited. ISSN 2562-5624. RIGHTS…

In this paper, we seek to understand the causes of chronic anxiety in order to learn how to overcome this disorder. Previous research has found that decreases in anxiety are associated with decreases in amygdala activity and increases in consumption…

In this research paper, we sought to understand some of the driving forces behind the unhealthy struggles of perfectionism. Previous research has shown that perfectionism may be influenced by factors such as: low self-esteem, social media use, and…

Journal of Camosun Psychology Research Volume 3, Issue 2, December 1, 2021 ISSN 2562-5624 Managing Editor: Michael Pollock Camosun College, Victoria, BC, lək̓ʷəŋən Territory

In this paper, we sought to understand the biological effects in the human body when a person experiences social isolation, so that we can have a better understanding of these and recognize the steps needed to reduce the severity of their biological…

In this paper, we sought to understand how lifestyle choices can contribute to the overall reduction of anxiety, so that we could learn how to use this to our benefit. Previous research has found that anxiety can be reduced by music therapy,…

In this paper, we sought to understand both the biological and psychological mechanisms responsible for dream abnormalities, in hopes to use the information to improve our relationships with sleep and dreams and to understand these concepts on a…

In this paper our goal was to understand what impacts perception and judgment of the balance of punishment and rehabilitation so that we could learn how to better inform people on the benefits of rehabilitation. Previous research has determined…

This paper examines Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) and how it is potentially rooted in childhood experience. The paper provides an analysis of the characteristics of DID and the history of the diagnosis as well as current conceptualizations of…

In this paper, meditation was examined to determine the influence it has on avoiding bad habits and embracing more of the positive in life. Previous research indicates that stress reduction, a lengthened attention span, and disengaged addictions are…

Journal of Camosun Psychology Research Volume 4, Issue 1, September 1, 2022 ISSN 2562-5624 Managing Editor: Michael Pollock Camosun College, Victoria, BC, lək̓ʷəŋən Territory

The present studies investigated the memory retention of words and its relationship to sleep. The studies involved 4 college students and the first study followed a series of longitudinal within-subjects correlational assessments of hypotheses…

In this paper, I looked at methods to improve emotional control in order to maximize happiness. Previous studies have shown that reappraisal, reward, and exercise can help us gain more emotional control, which may lead to greater happiness. In my…

In this research paper, we aim to gain a better understanding of the biological functions that occur when an individual takes part in physical activity, especially in regard to their stress and anxiety levels. Previous research has shown that…

In this paper, we sought to understand the short- and long-term consequences of social isolation on peoples’ sex drives and sexual relationships. Previous research has predicted the effects of isolation through variables such as sexual desire,…

This paper aims to learn how to increase the mind’s ability to efficiently memorize and store knowledge. Previous research has demonstrated an enhanced memory based on increased consumption of antioxidants, curiosity-based memory, and decreased…

In this paper, we sought to understand what physiological factors influence state anger in the hopes of improving awareness of potential triggers. Previous research has predicted that an increase in heart rate, hunger, and headache pain intensity…

The present experiment examined the levels of body satisfaction of 30 female participants using two questionnaires created using Survey Monkey. Participants were randomly assigned to either a thin ideal or non-thin ideal condition. They were then…

The experiment investigated the effect of organization on memory. Specifically, the memory performance of 26 participants of various ages and backgrounds was tested after being randomly assigned to an organized or disorganized condition. Two…

This article investigated the relationship between cannabis use disorder and schizophrenia which are both problematic disorders recognized in the DSM-5TR. Frequent consumption of cannabis including tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), may cause paranoia that…