Identify one of the religions covered in this course that emphasizes behavior/deeds over adherence to creeds/beliefs/spiritual experiences in our current era.

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  • Length: 1500-2000 words, in addition to a bibliography/works cited page
  • Formatting: Double –spaced, 12-pt font, Arial or Times New Roman Font
  • Bibliography: a minimum of 3 academic sources; preferably peer-reviewed publications and books. One of these must be a book reference. These academic sources are in addition to your textbook/weekly readings/lectures. Do not use Wikipedia as an Internet source.

Construct an argument to answer ONE of the following three questions:

  1. Identify one of the religions covered in this course that emphasizes behavior/deeds over adherence to creeds/beliefs/spiritual experiences in our current era. Then, compare it to another religion that you interpret as emphasizing the opposite, i.e., creeds/beliefs/spiritual experiences over behavior/deeds. Explain the reasons for such possible differences in emphases by exploring underlying sociological and historical themes. What were major world events or cultural developments that may have led each of these religions to emphasize each of these particular aspects over the other?
  3. Although Buddhism and Hinduism share similar beliefs, their approaches to the self, or the ‘soul’ are very different. Explain the metaphysical and practical distinctions between anatman and atman, and how these concepts tie into each religion’s unique approach to the sacred (god/gods) and the path to salvation. Make sure you specify which branches of Buddhism and Hinduism your analysis is tackling.
  5. What is the meaning of the word Jihad in Islam? Select two distinct sects of Islam and explain key differences/similarities in the interpretation and practices of this term. What role, if any, does Jihad serve in the sects you have selected, in today’s world? How has this role changed from previous historical time periods and/or how has it remained the same?

· Determine a clinical, formal diagnosis for this character using the criteria of the DSM-5

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Clinically Diagnosing a Psychosocial Problem

The sign of an excellent clinician is the ability to identify one or two criteria that distinguishes the diagnoses from any other possibility. An ambiguous clinical diagnosis can lead to faulty course of treatment and hurt the client more than it can help. This week, using the DSM-5 (and ICD-10-CM), you assess a fictional character that is presenting certain psychosocial problems and determine if he/she meets the criteria for a clinical diagnosis. This is a culmination of learning from all the weeks covered so far.

For this Assignment:

· Choose a fictional character (e.g., from a book, movie, TV show) that presents with a psychosocial problem (e.g., depression, relationship problems, incarceration).

o Note: Some film suggestions for fictional characters are: White Oleander; Girl, Interrupted; Little Miss Sunshine; or Antwone Fisher.

· Determine a clinical, formal diagnosis for this character using the criteria of the DSM-5

· Then choose three words that best describe the diagnosis. These three words should distinguish this diagnosis from any other diagnosis.

· Create a 2-3 page transcript presenting the following:

o A brief description of the fictional character and story

o A description of the presenting problem of the fictional character

o Your full clinical diagnosis using the DSM-5; consider the criteria supporting your diagnosis, the severity and specifiers (if appropriate) and Z Codes.

o Include the rationale behind choosing the three words to best describe the diagnosis. The three words you have chosen for your diagnosis should also fit this individual’s mental disorder.

Project:
Group Wiki Part 4: Identification of a Policy Alternative

As an astute social worker and professional policy advocate, once you have selected and identified a social problem, you begin the process of creating and implementing a policy that addresses that social problem. One of the first things you do in the implementation process is an analysis of the social policy you identified. There is always the possibility that the policy created and implemented to address the social problem you identified is not viable for a variety of reasons. In this case, you must explore a policy alternative.

In Part 4 of your ongoing Wiki assignment, your group identifies a policy alternative (Drug Free Communities) to the social problem you identified (High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas (HIDTA).

Complete Part 4 of your Wiki.

Address the following items within your group’s Wiki page for Part 4:

· Does the policy alternative meet the policy goals (e.g., social equality, redistribution of resources, social work values, and ethics)?

· What are the forces that are for/against the policy?

· What policy advocacy skills can be used to support the policy alternative?

References (2 or more)

***Needs to be 1 ½ pages***

Write a 750–word paper discussing codes of practice and ethical issues that must be considered when using psychological assessments. Address the following in your paper:

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Write a 750–word paper discussing codes of practice and ethical issues that must be considered when using psychological assessments. Address the following in your paper:

  1. A description of at least three ethical issues including multicultural and diversity issues
  2. Implications of each ethical issue
  3. Ways to avoid the ethical issues in psychological assessments
  4. A discussion of how a clinician assesses behaviors that stem from cultures or subcultures
  5. A discussion of how a client’s academic/education, career, personal, and social development impacts assessment choice

Include a discussion of how these ethical issues are addressed in “Section E: Evaluation, Assessment, and Interpretation” from the American Counseling Association Code of Ethics located at: http://www.counseling.org/Resources/aca-code-of-ethics.pdf.

Include at least three 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. An abstract is not required.

This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.

This assignment meets the following CACREP Standards:

2.F.7.i. Use of assessments relevant to academic/educational, career, personal, and social development.

2.F.7.m. Ethical and culturally relevant strategies for selecting, administering, and interpreting assessment and test results.

RUBRIC 

10.0 %Ethical, Multicultural, and Diversity IssuesThe paper does not include a description of at least three ethical issues including multicultural and diversity issues. Paper does not demonstrate understanding of the topic.The paper includes a fair description of at least three ethical issues including multicultural and diversity issues. Paper demonstrates poor understanding of the topic.The paper includes a concise description of at least three ethical issues including multicultural and diversity issues. Paper demonstrates a basic understanding of the topic.The paper includes an advanced description of at least three ethical issues including multicultural and diversity issues. Paper demonstrates understanding that extends beyond the surface the topic.The paper includes an insightful description of at least three ethical issues including multicultural and diversity issues. Paper demonstrates an exceptional understanding of the topic.10.0 %Implications of Each Ethical IssueThe paper does not discuss the ethical implications of each ethical issue. Paper does not demonstrate understanding of the topic.The paper inadequately discusses the ethical implications of each ethical issue. Paper demonstrates poor understanding of the topic.The paper appropriately discusses the ethical implications of each ethical issue. Paper demonstrates a basic understanding of the topic.The paper includes an advanced discussion of the ethical implications of each ethical issue. Paper demonstrates understanding that extends beyond the surface the topic.

The paper includes an insightful discussion of the ethical implications of each ethical issue. Paper demonstrates an exceptional understanding of the topic.15.0 %How to Avoid Ethical Issues in Psychological AssessmentsThe paper does not include a discussion of how ethical issues can be avoided during a psychological assessment. Paper does not demonstrate understanding of the topic.The paper includes a fair discussion of how ethical issues can be avoided during a psychological assessment. Paper demonstrates poor understanding of the topic.The paper includes a concise discussion of how ethical issues can be avoided during a psychological assessment. Paper demonstrates a basic understanding of the topic.

The paper includes an advanced discussion of how ethical issues can be avoided during a psychological assessment. Paper demonstrates understanding that extends beyond the surface the topic.The paper includes an insightful discussion of how ethical issues can be avoided during a psychological assessment. Paper demonstrates an exceptional understanding of the topic.15.0 %Assessing Behaviors that Stem from Cultures or SubculturesThe paper does not include a discussion of how a clinician assesses behaviors that stem from cultures or subcultures. Paper does not demonstrate understanding of the topic.The paper includes a fair discussion of how a clinician assesses behaviors that stem from cultures or subcultures.

Paper demonstrates poor understanding of the topic.The paper includes a concise discussion of how a clinician assesses behaviors that stem from cultures or subcultures. Paper demonstrates a basic understanding of the topic.The paper includes an advanced discussion of how a clinician assesses behaviors that stem from cultures or subcultures. Paper demonstrates understanding that extends beyond the surface the topic.The paper includes an insightful discussion of how a clinician assesses behaviors that stem from cultures or subcultures. Paper demonstrates an exceptional understanding of the topic.15.0 %Impacts of Assessment ChoiceThe paper does not include a discussion of how a client?s academic/education, career, personal, and social development impacts assessment choice. The paper does not demonstrate understanding of the topic.The paper includes a fair discussion of how a client?s academic/education, career, personal, and social development impacts assessment choice. The paper demonstrates poor understanding of the topic.The paper includes a concise discussion of how a client?s academic/education, career, personal, and social development impacts assessment choice.

The paper demonstrates a basic understanding of the topic.The paper includes an advanced discussion of how a client?s academic/education, career, personal, and social development impacts assessment choice. The paper demonstrates understanding that extends beyond the surface the topic.The paper includes an insightful discussion of how a client?s academic/education, career, personal, and social development impacts assessment choice. The paper demonstrates an exceptional understanding of the topic.15.0 %Ethical Issues as Specified in the ACA Code of EthicsThe paper does not include a discussion of how ethical issues are addressed as specified in the ACA Code of Ethics. Paper does not demonstrate understanding of the topic.The paper includes a fair discussion of how ethical issues are addressed as specified in the ACA Code of Ethics. Paper demonstrates poor understanding of the topic.The paper includes a concise discussion of how ethical issues are addressed as specified in the ACA Code of Ethics. Paper demonstrates a basic understanding of the topic.The paper includes an advanced discussion of how ethical issues are addressed as specified in the ACA Code of Ethics. Paper demonstrates understanding that extends beyond the surface the topic.The paper includes an insightful discussion of how ethical issues are addressed as specified in the ACA Code of Ethics. Paper demonstrates an exceptional understanding of the topic.10.0 %Organization and Effectiveness 3.0 %Thesis Development and PurposePaper lacks any discernible overall purpose or organizing claim.Thesis and/or main claim are insufficiently developed and/or vague; purpose is not clear.Thesis and/or main claim are apparent and appropriate to purpose.Thesis and/or main claim are clear and forecast the development of the paper. It is descriptive and reflective of the arguments and appropriate to the purpose.Thesis and/or main claim are comprehensive. The essence of the paper is contained within the thesis. Thesis statement makes the purpose of the paper clear.10.0 %Organization and Effectiveness 5.0 %Argument Logic and ConstructionStatement of purpose is not justified by the conclusion. The conclusion does not support the claim made. Argument is incoherent and uses noncredible sources.Sufficient justification of claims is lacking. Argument lacks consistent unity. There are obvious flaws in the logic. Some sources have questionable credibility.Argument is orderly, but may have a few inconsistencies. The argument presents minimal justification of claims. Argument logically, but not thoroughly, supports the purpose. Sources used are credible. Introduction and conclusion bracket the thesis.Argument shows logical progressions. Techniques of argumentation are evident. There is a smooth progression of claims from introduction to conclusion. Most sources are authoritative.Clear and convincing argument that presents a persuasive claim in a distinctive and compelling manner.

All sources are authoritative.10.0 %Organization and Effectiveness 2.0 %Mechanics of Writing (includes spelling, punctuation, grammar, language use)Surface errors are pervasive enough that they impede communication of meaning. Inappropriate word choice and/or sentence construction are used.Frequent and repetitive mechanical errors distract the reader. Inconsistencies in language choice (register) and/or word choice are present. Sentence structure is correct but not varied.Some mechanical errors or typos are present, but are not overly distracting to the reader.

Correct and varied sentence structure and audience-appropriate language are employed.Prose is largely free of mechanical errors, although a few may be present. The writer uses a variety of effective sentence structures and figures of speech.Writer is clearly in command of standard, written, academic English.10.0 %Format 5.0 %Paper Format (use of appropriate style for the major and assignment)Template is not used appropriately or documentation format is rarely followed correctly.Appropriate template is used, but some elements are missing or mistaken. A lack of control with formatting is apparent.Appropriate template is used. Formatting is correct, although some minor errors may be present.Appropriate template is fully used.

There are virtually no errors in formatting style.All format elements are correct.10.0 %Format 5.0 %Documentation of Sources (citations, footnotes, references, bibliography, etc., as appropriate to assignment and style)Sources are not documented.Documentation of sources is inconsistent or incorrect, as appropriate to assignment and style, with numerous formatting errors.Sources are documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, although some formatting errors may be present.Sources are documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, and format is mostly correct.Sources are completely and correctly documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, and format is free of error.100 %Total Weightage

1) analyze brain areas associated with a disorder and corresponding behavioral deficits,

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The final project is the creation of a case application paper that includes an in-depth analysis of a selected case study. Students will choose an individual such as a known historical figure, a celebrity, a fictional character, or an individual known personally to the student (ALL identifying information must be eliminated from the paper in the case of the last option).The selected individual must be a child or adolescent with a cognitive disorder or a learning disability, and enough information must be available to include the following in the analysis:

·A description of the chosen disorder and a comparison between normal brain function and the brain function of a person with the disorder

·An evaluation of the relationship between psychological and physiological aspects of the disorder and the resulting negative effects on daily functioning

·An assessment of the impact of recent technological advancements on the diagnosis and treatment of the disorder

·Recommendations for appropriate treatment options and coping mechanisms for the selected case and other people with the disorder

·Preventative measures that may be employed for others who may be at risk for the disorder

The case application paper should be a 10–12-page Word document. The final product represents an authentic demonstration of competencies highlighted by the course outcomes because the paper requires students to

1) analyze brain areas associated with a disorder and corresponding behavioral deficits,

2) review existing research and apply the literature to a topic in cognitive neuropsychology, and

3) assess diagnostic techniques, summarize effective treatments, and analyze possible outcomes of those treatments.