Describe, in detail, the thoughts and emotions you felt while imagining the scenario.

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Read the scenario on p. 283 of Positive Psychology. (see below)

Write a 1,050 word paper including the following:

  • Describe, in detail, the thoughts and emotions you felt while imagining the scenario.
  • If you did experience this event, how do you think you would handle the final moments?
  • If you did experience this event, how would you describe your life up to this point?
  • In what ways can traumatic events be opportunities for growth?

Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.

Death scenario

Imagine that you are visiting a friend who lives on the 20th floor of an old, downtown apartment building. It’s the middle of the night when you are suddenly awakened from a deep sleep by the sound of screams and the choking smell of smoke. You reach over to the nightstand and turn on the light. You are shocked to find the room filling fast with thick clouds of smoke. You run to the door and reach for the handle. You pull back in pain as the intense heat of the knob scalds you violently.

Grabbing a blanket off the bed and using it as protection, you manage to turn the handle and open the door. Almost immediately, a huge wave of flame and smoke pours into the room, knocking you back and literally off your feet. There is no way to leave the room. It is getting very hard to breathe and the heat from the flames is almost unbearable.

Panicked, you scramble to the only window in the room and try to open it. As you struggle, you realize that the old window is virtually painted shut around all the edges. It doesn’t budge. Your eyes are barely open now, filled with tears from the smoke. You try calling for help but the air to form the words is not here. You drop to the floor hoping to escape the rising smoke, but it is too late.

The room is filled top to bottom with thick fumes and nearly entirely in flames. With your heart pounding, it suddenly hits you, as time seems to stand still, that you are literally moments away from dying. The inevitable unknown that was always waiting for you has finally arrived. Out of breath and weak, you shut your eyes and wait for the end.

What topics in your specialization did you choose to research in the Capella library? Why are they interesting to you?

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For this discussion, you will post the equivalent of a 1–2-page paper describing your specialization, the requirements for employment in that specialization, and your particular goals. Your participation in this discussion will help you clarify your own choices and motivations regarding your specialization and increase your understanding of Capella’s degree requirements, as well as the requirements of the profession.

Before composing your discussion post, complete the study in this unit, Researching Your Specialization. In addition, refer to the Programs of Research in Psychology document given in the resources for guidance on how to choose topics to fit your specialization.

In your initial post, answer the following questions:

What is your specialization within the College of Professional Studies? For example, applied behavior analysis, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, developmental, school psychology, educational psychology, industrial and organizational psychology, or general psychology?

What interests you about your specialization, and how will it help you meet your career goals?

What are the requirements for entering the workforce in this specialization? Do you need a license or certification? If so, are there restrictions to that license? Do you need to take certain courses or have certain employment experience?

What are Capella’s degree requirements for your specialization? How can you plan to meet them?

What did you learn about research questions and methods in your specialization from the three articles you located in the Capella library?

Discussion 2

 

Issues in Your Specialization

Reflective Discussion

This discussion is the third in a series in this course in which you focus your post and responses within your specialization. Remember to label your initial post with the name of your specialization (addiction, applied behavior analysis, developmental, education, general psychology, or industrial and organizational psychology). On the subject line, place the name of your specialization, then your name.

Though specializations in psychology are unique, they possess interesting commonalities, aside from all being in the field of psychology. Contribute to this discussion by sharing your thoughts on various issues within your specialization. As you read what others have to say about their specialization, you will gain a further understanding of specializations other than your own.

  • What topics in your specialization did you choose to research in the Capella library? Why are they interesting to you?
  • What seem to be the hot topics in research being discussed, debated, and researched in your specialization today, based on the brief research you just conducted and from your previous readings? If you need further guidance, see the Programs of Research: School of Psychology document given in the resources. (You will choose one of these topics as the subject of a library search in the next unit.)
  • How did the readings from your Critical Thinking in Psychology text help you as you considered issues related to your specialization? Recall that these readings provided information on evaluating sources and evaluating claims to knowledge.
  • Have you thought about topics for your dissertation yet? If so, please share that topic, but understand that it is okay if you have not yet begun to think about the dissertation. You are still very early in the process.

What kind of professional credentials are required, or would be beneficial to have in order to allow you to do that kind of work

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*Two-page 1000 words paper Based on your present academic and professional status**, you will consider possible career opportunities for yourself in the future. What kind of future work do you plan to do? If you are already working in the field of your choosing, consider the opportunities of advancement or growth in your career.

What kind of professional credentials are required, or would be beneficial to have in order to allow you to do that kind of work? (Hint: There is probably more than one kind of professional credential that can allow you to do what you plan to do. List as many as you can.) Is there a governing body in your state or country that oversees the kind of professional credentials that you plan to acquire?

Where would you find the information about this governing body, and about the requirements for the professional credentials? (Hint: there will likely be some web addresses that you can use as part of your answer.)  Address  the questions above. Be sure to*** include background information that explains your current academic and/or professional status. Share your chosen career plans and the path you will take to get there. ***

***Background Information***

1.) I’m pursing my bachelor’s degree in Crisis Counseling psychology I’m a full time college student.

2.) I want to work in Human services being a Qualified Mental Health Professional.

3.) https://www.dhp.virginia.gov/counseling/docs/QMHP_FAQ.pdf

as a QMHP the education and experience requirements to qualify to register as a QMHP-C in Virginia? If you have (pick one):Master’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling, substance abuse, or marriage and family therapy from an accredited college or university, you need:To submit an official  transcript Evidence you have had an intern or practicum of at least 500 hours of experience with persons who have a mental illness.

“Qualified mental health professional or QMHP” means a person who by education and experience is professionally qualified and registered by the board to provide collaborative mental health services for adults or children. A QMHP shall not engage in independent or autonomous practice. A QMHP shall provide such services as an employee or independent contractor of the DBHDS, the Department of Corrections, or a provider licensed by the DBHDS.

4.)  I will be pursing My Master’s Degree in Human Services Counseling.

.Discuss how historic misconceptions of psychopathology could potentially impact the treatment of this client.

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A counselor’s own perception of psychopathology is extremely important in the diagnostic process.  Using the case study of “Tina”, write a 500-750 word essay in which you examine your thought process about her presenting issues. Include the following in your paper:

1.Discuss the historic and cross-cultural perspectives of psychopathology that could potential impact the diagnosis and treatment of Tina.

2.After reviewing the several diagnoses that could pertain to Tina from the latest version of the DSM, what is your diagnostic impression?

3.Substantiate your diagnostic impression with appropriate criteria from the current version of the DSM.

4.Discuss how historic misconceptions of psychopathology could potentially impact the treatment of this client. As part of this discussion, you may include a diagnosis, any referrals that you would make, and a general course of treatment.

5.Include at least five scholarly references in addition to the textbook in your paper.

Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.