Psychology Question

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Psychology Question

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Instructions

Part I: Examining Three Models of Psychopathology

Review each of the three models of abnormality—biological, psychological, and sociocultural.
Analyze how each model explains the factors leading to Annie's presenting behaviors.

Part II: Assessment Instruments to Aid in Diagnosis

Formulate a culturally sensitive assessment strategy using a combination of at least two measures listed below (which you can find in Week 3: Part II: Assessment Instruments to Aid in Diagnosis reading list) (https://capella.alma.exlibrisgroup.com/leganto/pub...) <--- ASSESSMENT INSTRUMENT. THE OTHER WILL BE ATTACHED. to assist with the assessment of Annie. Describe how the assessments will be administered and interpreted, using scholarly sources to support the strategy.

Beck Anxiety Inventory.
DSM: Assessment Measures:
- Parent/Guardian-Rated DSM Level 1 Cross-Cutting Symptom Measure.
DSM: Cultural and Psychiatric Diagnosis:
- Cultural Formulation Interview.
Hamilton and Carr's "Systematic Review of Self‐Report Family Assessment Measures."

Part III: Systemic Perspective for Diagnosis

Work your way through the decision tree for anxiety to see which area may best describe Annie’s presenting issues. Try to narrow in on the two or three most likely diagnoses.
- Use the DSM Decision Tree interactive media piece to work through the decision tree.
Review the full diagnostic criteria in the DSM for each possible diagnosis. Utilize the DSM to determine the ICD code for which diagnosis would correlate with your conclusions from the decision tree.
Address any cultural considerations that may be relevant in this diagnostic assessment process, utilizing scholarly resources to support your work.

Submission Requirements

Written communication: Written communication must be grammatically correct and free of errors that detract from the overall message. Writing should be consistent with graduate level scholarship.
APA formatting: Title page, main body, and references should be formatted according to the current APA style and formatting. Use Academic Writer for guidance in citing sources and formatting your paper in proper APA style. See the Writing Center for more APA resources specific to your degree level.
Number of resources: Minimum of four scholarly resources. Distinguished submissions typically exceed this minimum. Refer to the Counseling Masters Research Guide.
Length of paper: 4–6 typed double-spaced pages. Abstract and Table of Content pages are not necessary.
Font: Times New Roman, 12 point.

Competencies Measured

By successfully completing this assignment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and rubric criteria:

Competency 1: Apply key principles of psychopathology used in the description and identification of major psychological disorders in a culturally sustaining and developmentally appropriate manner.
- Describe current perspectives about the etiology of psychological disorders based on the three theories of abnormality (biological, psychological, and sociocultural). (CACREP 2024: 3.C.4; 5.C.1)
- Apply key principles from the three theories of abnormality (biological, psychological, and sociocultural) to explain the etiology of Annie’s presenting symptoms. (CACREP 2024: 3.C.4; 5.C.1)
Competency 2: Evaluate culturally sustaining and developmentally appropriate assessments used to diagnose mental, behavioral, and neurodevelopmental disorders.
- Identify assessments and address culturally relevant strategies for administering and interpreting assessments and test results. (CACREP 2024: 3.G.5; 3.G.6)
- Utilize the decision tree and the DSM to work through the diagnostic assessment process and examine the impact of culture on the process. (CACREP 2024: 3.C.11; 3.E.2; 3.G.11)
Competency 5: Communicate in a manner that is scholarly, respectful of the diversity, dignity, and integrity of others and consistent with the codes of ethics guiding members of the counseling profession.
- Communicate effectively through the consistent use of APA guidelines for grammar, punctuation, and mechanics expected of a counseling professional. (CACREP 2024: 3.A.10)