Three questions about Abnormal Psychology
For this week’s discussion, I would like you to listen to and read the lyrics from the two songs provided above.
Interpret and analyze these songs and post your analysis on the discussion forum. Each student should explain their own interpretation of the song and the feelings and meaning behind it. Remember there are no right or wrong answers here; this is about your interpretation.
Listen to the lyrics of this song. See if you can get a sense of the feelings behind the artist’s rendition of the song.
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Read and listen to the lyrics of the song Viva La Vida by Coldplay. What does this song say and mean to you?
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After reading about pedophilia in your text and watching the clips on Jerry Sandusky and Michael Jackson, compare and contrast the two cases. Discuss the following questions:
What are some of the similarities and or differences between these two cases? Explain.
The public response to each case was quite different, what reasons might explain these differences?
An Interview With Jerry Sandusky (9:05)
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rtdna_ breaking news coverage _WPXI TV_ Jerry Sandusky Verdict (19:50)
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Michael Jackson Discusses Alleged Child Molestation (3:54)
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Excerpts from the Court TV Coverage of the Michael Jackson Trial Verdict (10:01)
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For this week’s discussion, view the video or read the transcript for ‘Crime Stories, By Reason of Insanity’ and then post your insights regarding the video content by answering the following questions:
What is the main point of this video?
What was your reaction regarding how the Ralph Tortorici case was handled?
Was there a better way that law enforcement and mental health officials could addressed this situation?
Crime Stories: By Reason of Insanity (1:46:07)
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