Tutor profile: Ashley P.

What is the average appropriate length of a paragraph?

The average length is typically around five sentences, but depending on the subject matter and sentence length, adding more sentences may be appropriate.

Briefly describe Emile Durkheim's concept of "sui generis reality."

Emile Durkheim explained that there are certain norms and values within society and cultures that determine whether something is “right” or “wrong.” These values are man-made and passed on through societal reinforcement.

What is the "College Sophomore Problem" as it relates to psychological research?

The "College Sophomore Problem" describes the fact that almost all insight gained from psychological research comes from studying college sophomores, bringing into question the validity of some of the results.