My Personal Research Journey

Learning to conduct research is essential to every professional. Throughout my college and professional career I have completed many research papers. However, I admit that this is my first time learning that there is a method to quality research. This journey thus far has made me aware of the step by step process it takes to find quality electronic articles, the different methods used to research, and techniques used to make a rather complex article simple to read.

Throughout this process I realize that I wanted to research why young children have aggressive behaviors and how the environment plays a role. This topic resonates with me because aggressive behaviors have become a growing problem in society. Therefore, understanding why young children are becoming more aggressive and questioning whether or not the environment contributes to these behaviors can help children, their families and professionals. Research is not only about probing questions but it’s also a tool used to find solutions to many issues.

Below is an article I discovered in the Walden Library that I found interesting. The article questions if classroom environment plays a role in aggressive behaviors in children. The finding in this study concluded that children who come in contact with excessive amounts of aggression in their beginning years of school develop aggressive behavioral issues over time.

I am hoping that my classmates can offer some advice on any articles pertaining to my research simulation.

Thomas, D. E., & Bierman, K. L. (2006). The impact of classroom aggression on the development of aggressive behavior problems in children. Development and Psychopathology, 18(2), 471-87. Retrieved from http://search.proquest.com/docview/201698372?accountid=14872