PSYC3110 Living the Criteria of the DSM-5-TR

Overview

Use a real-life person from a movie or documentary to write a 5-7 page paper in which you describe a diagnosis, discuss possible causes, propose a potential treatment, and discuss ethical considerations related to the case.

• Select (and watch) a movie or documentary about a real-life person who has been diagnosed with a disorder listed in the DSM-5-TR.
  • Examples:
    • Washington, D. (Director). (2002). Antwone Fisher. Fox Searchlight Pictures.
    • Howard, R. (Director). (2001). A beautiful mind. Universal Pictures.
    • Mangold, J. (Director). (1999). Girl, interrupted. Columbia Pictures.
    • Jackson, M. (Director). (2010). Temple Grandin. HBO.
    • Scorsese, M. (Director). (2004). The aviator. Miramax Films.
    • Klein, L. J., & Blush, K. (Directors). (2012). Of two minds. MadPix.
    • Flethcher, D. (Director). (2019). Rocketman. New Republic Pictures.
    • Pohlad, B. (Director). (2014). Love and mercy. Battle Mountain Films.
  • Note: You can learn how to reference this in your paper by reading Assessment 3: Film and Television References.
• Find two peer-reviewed journal articles in the Capella University Library.
  • One article that focuses on behaviors associated with the disorder.
  • One article that focuses on the efficacy of your chosen treatment for this disorder
  • In a 5–7 page paper, provide the following:
  • • Introduction.
      • Describe the person depicted.
    • Describe the diagnosis (1–2 pages).
      • Discuss each criterion from the DSM-5-TR that the individual fits and does not fit for that diagnosis. Use examples from the movie.
      • Discuss any race- or gender-related considerations or issues.
      • Discuss any other conditions you would need to rule out.
    • Possible causes (1–2 pages).
      • Discuss a plausible explanation for the individual’s behaviors. Use scientific evidence from a peer-reviewed journal article to support your points.
        • Describe the research findings.
        • Demonstrate how it supports your explanation.
      • Discuss possible causes based on a scientifically supported psychological theory.
        • Describe the theory.
        • Demonstrate how it supports your explanation.
    • Propose a potential treatment for the individual (1–2 pages).
      • Describe the treatment.
      • Detail why you chose this treatment.
        • Use scientific evidence from a peer-reviewed journal article to support your choice of treatments.
    • Ethical considerations (1 page)
      • Describe ethical considerations a professional would need to follow when treating this individual.
      • Use examples to demonstrate how these ethical considerations apply to the individual or treatment.
    • Conclusion.
      • Summarize your conclusions.
    Be sure to write your paper in APA format, cite all references in APA style, and include a reference list
  • Title page: Include your name, course, date, and instructor.
  • References: DSM-5-TR, your textbook, and two or more peer-reviewed journal articles.
  • Written communication: Written communication is free from errors that detract from the overall message.
  • APA formatting: References and citations are formatted according to the current APA style and formatting.
    • Refer to Academic Writer for guidance in using proper APA style. See the Evidence and APA section of the Writing Center for instructions on accessing and using Academic Writer.
  • Length of paper: 5–7 typed, double-spaced pages.
  • Font and font size: Times New Roman, 12 point.