Help with Psychology Writing Assignments

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Introduction

What to avoid

General considerations

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Introduction

Although most students have extensive experience writing papers by the time they enter university, most are not familiar with the formal, technical writing style that is required for psychology papers. By familiarizing yourself with this writing style, you may be able to avoid the frustration of working hard on a paper, only to receive a lower mark than you feel you deserve. Although instructors differ in their specific requirements, there are some general rules to follow when writing papers for psychology courses.

What to Avoid

 

Personal pronouns

Clichés, colloquialisms and slang

Contractions

Rhetorical questions

Anthropomorphism

General Considerations

Objectivity

Attention to detail

Clarity

Psychology terms

Extent of information

Supporting your Arguments

 

Citing your Sources

 

Paper Organization

 

APA Format

 

Literature Searches

 

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