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Psychology Question

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Overview

This will be answered in the docx document uploaded.

INTRODUCTION:

Different mental health disorders present with different symptoms. Looking at the specific characteristics of a person's thoughts and behaviors can lead to a diagnosis and effective treatment.

For both children and adults, a timely and accurate diagnosis is of utmost importance. The DSM is used to diagnose and treat disorders. The theoretical perspective of a mental health practitioner also influences their preferred treatment methods. Many factors contribute to the creation of a treatment plan.

In this second assessment, you will select a case study and use a worksheet to note symptoms. Next, you will consider diagnosis and treatment options.

PREPARATION:

In preparation for this assessment, please do the following.

  1. Review the Case Studies [PDF]
  2. Select a case study.
  3. Use the Case Study Assessment Form [DOCX]worksheet to note symptoms observed in the case study.
  4. Locate one peer-reviewed journal article on the diagnosis and one peer-reviewed journal article on the proposed treatment
  5. INSTRUCTIONS:
  6. Download and complete the Case Study Assessment Form [DOCX] based on the case study you selected. Carefully follow the directions on the form.
  7. Submit your completed form.

SOURCES:

  • Hooley, J. M., Nock, M. K., & Butcher, J. N. (2020). Abnormal psychology (18th ed.). Pearson. Available in the courseroom via the VitalSource Bookshelf link.
    • Chapter 7, "Mood Disorders and Suicide."
      • While there are different types of mood disorders, all mood disorders have a depressive and/or a manic component. This chapter will help you gain an understanding of these disorders.
  • DSM-5-TR.
    • Hooley, J. M., Nock, M. K., & Butcher, J. N. (2020). Abnormal psychology (18th ed.). Pearson. Available in the courseroom via the VitalSource Bookshelf link.
      • Chapter 8, "Somatic Symptom and Dissociative Disorders."
        • Somatic refers to bodily symptoms, whereas dissociative means a disconnection from one's self. This chapter will help you grow your understanding of these disorders.
    • DSM-5-TR.
      • Section II, "Diagnostic Criteria and Codes."
        • Dissociative Disorders.
        • Somatic Symptom and Related Disorders.
    • Hooley, J. M., Nock, M. K., & Butcher, J. N. (2020). Abnormal psychology (18th ed.). Pearson. Available in the courseroom via the VitalSource Bookshelf link.
      • Chapter 5, "Stress and Physical and Mental Health."
        • Stress affects both physical and mental health. This chapter explores the relationship between stress, physical health, and mental health.
    • DSM-5-TR.
      • Section II, "Diagnostic Criteria and Codes."
        • Trauma- and Stressor-Related Disorders.
    • Hooley, J. M., Nock, M. K., & Butcher, J. N. (2020). Abnormal psychology (18th ed.). Pearson. Available in the courseroom via the VitalSource Bookshelf link.
      • Chapter 6, "Panic, Anxiety, Obsessions, and Their Disorders."
        • This chapter provides an overview of panic and anxiety disorders.
    • DSM-5-TR.
      • Section II, "Diagnostic Criteria and Codes."
        • Anxiety Disorders.
        • Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders.
    • Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct.
      • The APA has established Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct with specific ethical criteria for treatment.
        • Section 10, "Therapy."
    • Hooley, J. M., Nock, M. K., & Butcher, J. N. (2020). Abnormal psychology (18th ed.). Pearson. Available in the courseroom via the VitalSource Bookshelf link.
      • Chapter 16, "Psychological Treatment."
    • Section II, "Diagnostic Criteria and Codes."
      • Depressive Disorders.
      • Bipolar and Related Disorders.

REQUIREMENTS:

Your assessment should also meet the following requirements:

  • References: The course text and at least two peer-reviewed journal articles (one on your chosen diagnosis and one on your chosen treatment). Use additional references as needed to support your assertions.
  • Written communication: Written communication is free from errors that detract from the overall message.
  • APA formatting: Citations and references are formatted according to the current APA style and formatting.
  • Font and font size: Times New Roman, 12 point.

GRADING COMETENCIES:

By successfully completing this assessment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and scoring guide criteria:

  • Competency 1: Develop plausible behavioral explanations based on scientific evidence.
    • Propose an explanation for psychological symptoms and behaviors based on scientific evidence.
  • Competency 2: Apply the current edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) to psychological disorders.
    • Identify symptoms of a psychological disorder from a case study.
    • Apply the DSM to psychological disorders portrayed in a case study.
  • Competency 3: Apply the psychology ethical code of conduct to inform professional behavior.
    • Apply APA code of conduct to conducting treatment.
  • Competency 4: Propose appropriate interventions grounded in psychology.
    • Propose appropriate psychology-based intervention.
  • Competency 5: Communicate in a manner that is scholarly, professional, and consistent with expectations for professionals in the field of psychology.
    • Use APA style formatting for citations and reference list with only minor errors.
    • Address assessment purpose in a well-organized text, incorporating appropriate evidence and tone in grammatically sound sentences.