Category: Psychology

I have been thinking about a way to truly get you to look at problems just as they present themselves as “a problem”. When viewing any problems, we should look at possible solutions to address that problem, issues, concerns, etc.
With events like George Floyd and current ones, you have been invited to sit down with policymakers and “pitch” your idea/s of addressing the problem policymakers or should I say the United States is facing right now.
As you write paper 3 you can be creative, as you want to be. This means if you want to step outside the box and do a video, PowerPoint, written essay, art, music, etc. You can come to this problem in any format that you would like to address it. Here are a few topics to choose from.

Assessments Content
The scientific method allows us to pose questions, test questions, and analyze results, etc. Through observation and research we begin to understand the world around us.
Consider research you have read about or been a part of and analyze the following in one page:
Was the Scientific method followed? How?
What pieces were or were not part of it? (Randomization, study type, placebos, etc.)
For the second part, present a research project you would like to propose in approximately one page.
How can it help us learn about basic principles of behavior?
How can you use the scientific method to find and address possible problems in your research design?
Make sure to complete BOTH parts above and to complete both sections with the scientific method in a step by step application.
This paper should be 2pages in length and use APA formatting (cover page, paper body formatting, citations, and references: see Rasmussen’s APA guide in the Resources tab, or by clicking here . Prior to submitting your paper, be sure you proofread your work to check your spelling and grammar. If you use any outside sources, please site those sources in APA citation format.
Please limit to 2 sources. Thank you

In one – two pages describe your comprehensive guidance and counseling program. As a reference you can read the book assign on week 1 or any similar book:
Chapter 5 Designing Your Comprehensive Guidance and
Counseling Program 139
Chapter 6 Planning Your Transition to a Comprehensive
Guidance and Counseling Program 187

For the last several weeks, you read through Gracism by David Anderson. From the readings, please share three ideas on how you can integrate the principles learned into engagement with minority, marginalized, and/or underserved populations. How is God calling you to minister to these populations? Be specific and relate your response back to what you have gleaned from the Gracism readings.tudent will complete four Discussions in this course. The student will post one thread of
350-450 words by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on Thursday of the assigned Module: Week. The student
must then post 2 replies of at least 200-300 words by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on Sunday of the assigned
Module: Week. Any articles cited must have been published within the last five years.
Acceptable sources include the course textbooks, the Bible, course presentations, course
resources, and articles published in peer reviewed journals. Sources should be cited in APA
format, current edition.
please add one biblical pricipal that relates to the topic

Description:
For this assignment, you will get the opportunity to explore the brain at different ages in the lifespan. Instructions:
Combining internet research and critical thinking to reveal milestones and identify concerns for the aging brain, you will write an essay to demonstrate your understanding of this essential life organ. Select any two ages you would like to learn more about for this assignment, then:
Compare and contrast the brain for two different ages; for example, at two years of age and at nine years of age
Be sure to also summarize abilities and/or possible effects of age for each of the age groups you are comparing. Step 1: Research. Conduct research to identify what brain functioning looks like for the ages you’ve selected. It is recommended that you conduct research through our Online Library (Link will open in new tab.) or use a scholarly internet search. Wikipedia is not allowed and you will need to include at least two different sources; do not rely on the same website for all your information. Step 2: Write.
Once you have conducted your research, write a two to a three-page essay discussing your findings. Your response should be in a Word document, written in APA format (12-point font, double spaced), and supported by research and in-text citations.
Assignment Rubric – Universal
CriteriaRatingsPts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIdeas
10 ptsIdeas are clear, insightful, thought provoking, and focused; they consistently support the solution to the assignment challenge or question(s).
8 ptsIdeas are clear and focused to support the solution to the assignment challenge or question(s), but they are not consistently insightful or thought provoking.
6 ptsIdeas are clear but conventional or general; they only somewhat support the solution to the assignment challenge or question(s).
2 ptsIdeas are unclear or clichéd and demonstrate a lack of focus in support of the solution to the assignment challenge or question(s).
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeApplication
10 ptsThe assignment includes clear connections to lesson content. It includes abundant details and examples that generate interest and provide relevant, concrete, and insightful evidence in support of sound logic.
8 ptsThe assignment includes clear connections to lesson content. It includes abundant details and examples that generate interest and provide relevant, concrete, and insightful evidence in support of sound logic.
6 ptsThe assignment includes minimal or confusing connections to lesson content. Detail and examples are included but are general and not interesting. The assignment lacks evidence in support of sound logic.
2 ptsConnections to lesson content are not included. The assignment is insufficient, providing scarce or inappropriate details, evidence, and examples that might include logical fallacies.
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContent and Support
10 ptsContent meets or exceeds established assignment criteria. The assignment clearly presents well-reasoned notions and concepts. All content is well-supported with scholarly resources. Assertions are consistent with selected research.
8 ptsContent meets almost all of the established assignment criteria. The assignment presents fairly well-reasoned notions and concepts. All content is adequately supported with scholarly resources. Assertions are mostly consistent with selected research.
6 ptsContent is missing several important requirements of the established assignment criteria. The assignment presents notions and concepts that are only somewhat applicable. Some content is supported with scholarly resources. A few assertions are consistent with selected research.
2 ptsContent does not meet established assignment criteria and is missing most of the important requirements. The assignment presents poorly reasoned notions and concepts. Content is not supported with scholarly resources. Assertions are inconsistent with selected research.
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOrganization
10 ptsThe assignment is focused in an organized and thoughtful manner. Content is constructed in a logical way that supports the solution to the challenge or question(s).
8 ptsThe assignment is organized, but the focus could be more precise. Content is constructed in a way that mostly supports the solution or question(s).
6 ptsThe assignment is lacking focus and is unorganized. Content is constructed in a way that loosely supports the solution or question(s).
2 ptsThe assignment is unfocused and unorganized. Information shows no effort to support the solution to the challenge or question(s).
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeFormat and Citations
10 ptsFormat is correct, meets all assignment directions, and works expertly to support the purpose of the assignment. There are no grammar, capitalization, punctuation, or spelling errors. The correct number and type of citations are included and follow current APA format with no errors.
8 ptsFormat is correct, meets most of the assignment directions, and works to support the purpose of the presentation. There are no more than three grammar, capitalization, punctuation, or spelling errors. The correct number and type of citations are included and follow current APA format with no more than two errors.
6 ptsFormat is somewhat correct, meets some aspects of assignment directions, and works generally to support the purpose of the presentation. There are four to six grammar, capitalization, punctuation, or spelling errors. Citations are included, but some are missing, or the type is not appropriate. There are three to five errors in current APA format.
2 ptsFormat is faulty, does not meet sufficient aspects of the assignment directions, and does not support the purpose of the presentation. There are more than seven grammar, capitalization, punctuation, or spelling errors. Citations are not included, and if APA formatting is evident, it contains more than six errors.
10 pts
Total Points: 50

Once you have completed a behavioral skills assessment, you use that information to set goals for skills to teach. You have to prioritize the skills to focus on those that can help the individual grow and assist them in developing more skills. Attached you will find a worksheet showing the data from a completed ABLLS-R assessment of verbal behaviors and daily living skills. You will analyze these data and write a brief summary of your analysis. You will then select one behavior from each worksheet and develop a goal for intervention. You need to provide your reasons for selecting those behaviors.
https://kapextmediassl-a.akamaihd.net/artsSCi/PS562/2204C/ABLLS-R_U9_1_PS562.pdf
https://kapextmediassl-a.akamaihd.net/artsSCi/PS562/2204C/ABLLS-R_U9-2_PS562.pdf

Strategic Therapy
role-play with the culturally diverse family using strategic therapy. our role play is a mexican woman(Lupita) and a white woman (jennifer) in a relationship and how the mexican family doesnt accept the white woman wife because she is white and because they are in a lesbian marriage.
Use two strategic therapy interventions described in your textbook.
Illustrate how to work with subsystems and double binds.
Create a 5-slide Microsoft® PowerPoint® presentation describing how a strategic therapist would conceptualize this case.
Describe the interventions used in the role-play. Include at least one use of the paradox interventions.

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Topic: Differing Schools of Thought
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Contemporary psychology has become highly diverse. Many perspectives, or schools of thought, have been adopted to study psychology. There are five major psychological perspectives: Psychodynamic, Humanistic, Behavioral, Neuroscience, and Cognitive. Each perspective views behavior and experience in a unique way and sometimes may contradict other perspectives.
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After reading Chapter 1 and examining the 5 major psychological perspectives, write a one-page, double-spaced paper (250 words minimum) in which you compare and contrast the perspectives. Be sure to identify the distinguishing features of each perspective.
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Use current APA format; include proper in-text citations and a reference page
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Do you believe there is a critical period for language development? Why or why not? In thinking about your response, consider at least two of the following:
The case of Genie Wiley
Bilingualism
Deaf children who have their hearing restored by cochlear implants
Recovery from brain injury to language areas
Based on your response, what advice would you give to parents/caregivers regarding promotion of language development in children?
You may also support your opinion with other relevant research findings of interest to you.
*******No Quoting Policy
Quoting is rarely used in scientific writing and is not appropriate for your coursework in Psychology. All answers to assignments, whether they are essays, discussion board posts, or exams, should be written in your own words. In other words, all information should be paraphrased. Paraphrasing is the only way an instructor can tell that a student understands the material. You may not quote whole sentences and add a citation as an alternative to paraphrasing. Copying and pasting whole sentences, whether or not quotes are used, may result in a failing grade. Points will be deducted for quoting on any and all assignments in this course.

For this discussion, you will assume the role of a clinical or counseling psychologist and diagnose a hypothetical client. Begin by reviewing the PSY650 Week Two Case Studies document and select one of the clients to diagnose. I WILL PLAY THE ROLE OF A CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST (The Case of Charles) CHOSEN CASE Charles is a 33-year-old African-American male seeking treatment due to suicidal ideation. He is currently going through divorce proceedings and reports feeling agitated, angry, sad, and stressed most days. He is concerned that his relationship issues have begun to impact his responsibilities at work and fears losing his job. Charles is open to seeking treatment, but his insurance provider is out-of-network. His insurance company is willing to reimburse him for up to 8 sessions if an acceptable diagnosis is submitted. What diagnosis would you give Charles? In your initial post, compare the assessments typically used by clinical and counseling psychologists, and explain which assessment techniques (e.g., tests, surveys, interviews, client records, observational data) you might use to aid in your diagnosis of your selected client. Describe any additional information you would need to help formulate your diagnosis, and propose specific questions you might ask the client in order to obtain this information from him or her. Identify which theoretical orientation you would use with this client and explain how this orientation might influence the assessment and/or diagnostic process. Using the DSM-5 manual, propose a diagnosis for the client in the chosen case study. Analyze the case and your agency’s required timeline for diagnosing from an ethical perspective. Considering the amount of information you currently have for your client, explain whether or not it is ethical to render a diagnosis within the required timeframe. Evaluate the case and describe whether or not it is justifiable in this situation to render a diagnosis in order to obtain a third party payment.

ANSWER

As a clinical psychologist, I would approach the case of Charles, a 33-year-old African-American male presenting with suicidal ideation and significant distress due to his divorce and work-related concerns, with a thorough assessment and diagnosis. Based on the information provided, here is my analysis and proposed course of action:

**Diagnosis:**
I would consider diagnosing Charles with **Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)** based on the following criteria from the DSM-5:
– Presence of five or more of the following symptoms during the same 2-week period: depressed mood most of the day, nearly every day; diminished interest or pleasure in all, or almost all, activities; significant weight loss or gain; insomnia or hypersomnia; psychomotor agitation or retardation; fatigue or loss of energy; feelings of worthlessness or excessive guilt; diminished ability to think or concentrate; recurrent thoughts of death, suicidal ideation, or a suicide attempt.
– Symptoms cause clinically significant distress or impairment in social, occupational, or other important areas of functioning.

**Assessment Techniques:**
To aid in my diagnosis of Charles, I would use a combination of assessment techniques commonly employed by clinical and counseling psychologists:
1. **Clinical Interviews**: I would conduct a thorough clinical interview with Charles to gather information about his symptoms, history, and current life stressors. Specific questions would focus on the duration, intensity, and impact of his depressive symptoms and suicidal ideation.

2. **Self-Report Measures**: I would administer validated self-report scales such as the Beck Depression Inventory (BDI) to assess the severity of his depressive symptoms and the Columbia-Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C-SSRS) to assess suicidal ideation and behaviors.

3. **Observational Data**: If possible, I would gather observational data to assess Charles’s behavior, affect, and psychomotor agitation or retardation.

4. **Client Records**: With Charles’s consent, I would review any relevant client records, including medical history, previous treatment, and information from the divorce proceedings.

**Additional Information Needed:**
To formulate a comprehensive diagnosis and treatment plan, I would need more information on Charles’s:
– Family history of mental health issues.
– Previous treatment history, if any.
– Current stressors and coping mechanisms.
– Social support system and relationships.
– History of substance abuse or other comorbid conditions.

**Theoretical Orientation:**
I would adopt a cognitive-behavioral theoretical orientation with Charles. This approach would involve identifying and challenging negative thought patterns contributing to his depression and suicidal ideation. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is evidence-based and effective for addressing depression and suicidality.

**Ethical Perspective:**
From an ethical standpoint, it is crucial to consider the agency’s required timeline for diagnosing and the potential implications of providing a diagnosis within that timeframe. While the agency’s timeline may be driven by administrative or reimbursement considerations, ethical practice prioritizes the welfare and accuracy of the client’s diagnosis.

**Justifiability of Diagnosis for Third-Party Payment:**
In this situation, it is justifiable to provide a provisional diagnosis for the purpose of obtaining third-party payment, as long as the diagnosis is based on a comprehensive assessment that includes clinical interviews, validated assessment tools, and consideration of relevant client history and context. However, it is essential to emphasize that the diagnosis is preliminary, and ongoing assessment and treatment planning will be necessary to refine and adjust the diagnosis as needed.

In summary, the case of Charles warrants a thorough assessment and provisional diagnosis of Major Depressive Disorder, which can facilitate access to treatment and reimbursement from his insurance provider. Ethical considerations should guide the diagnostic process, with a focus on the client’s well-being and the ongoing refinement of the diagnosis as more information becomes available through treatment.