What are the key variables? How could these variables be operationalized? Are there any ethical issues that arise when studying this topic?

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Outline a research question and hypothesis that interests you, and describe the key variables. This could be the research question you plan to use for your final project, but it does not have to be. What are the key variables? How could these variables be operationalized? Are there any ethical issues that arise when studying this topic? Also, be sure to label the independent and dependent variables. When responding to your classmates, suggest other ways that the variables in their research question could be operationally defined.

This is an example below; you CAN NOT use it,but it can show you how my answer for this discussion should look.

 

To begin, my research question would be “Does legal and/or familial intervention affect addiction recovery outcomes over time?” My hypothesis would be that legal and/or familial intervention does affect addiction recovery outcomes over time.

My theoretical variables are legal intervention, familial intervention, and the outcome of an addiction recovery program. The next challenge is to operationalize these variables. Data collection would be done through surveys. For legal intervention, participants would be asked if they were compelled to enter treatment as a legal consequence. For familial intervention, participants would be asked if friends and/or family members demanded the participant enter treatment. Our neutral condition would be those participants who faced neither legal compulsion or demand by friends or family members. These conditions would constitute our independent variables.

Our dependent variable would be participants continued sobriety and/or participation in a treatment program, such as rehabilitation services or something like a 12-step program. Participants would be asked how long they have been engaged in treatment as well as how long they have remained sober. A longitudinal study tracking continued participation as well as drop-out rates would be especially helpful. This data could be analyzed in relation to our independent variables.

As for ethical issues, we must be mindful of the sensitivity of this research. Addiction can be a highly emotional topic. Informed consent would be crucial. Participants should be informed of the purpose of this research, and careful measures should be implemented to protect participant confidentiality.

Review the article, “People With Learning Disabilities’ Experiences of Being Interviewed by the Police.” Think about the importance of psychological skills for police professionals.

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To prepare for this assignment:

  • Review the article, “People With Learning Disabilities’ Experiences of Being Interviewed by the Police.” Think about the importance of psychological skills for police professionals.
  • Review the article, “Police Criminal Charging Decisions: An Examination of Post-Arrest Decision-Making.” Consider the impact of forensic psychology professionals on the effectiveness of police professionals. Think about the important psychological skills that forensic psychology professionals can teach police professionals.
  • Review the “Executive Summary” section of the bulletin, “Police Officers’ Decision Making and Discretion: Forming Suspicion and Making a Stop.” Focus on the information related to police officers and decision making. Consider the impact that training in psychological skills has on the effectiveness of police professionals.
  • Review the bulletin, “Making Ethical Decisions: A Practical Model.” Consider ethical decision making and police professionals, and think about how forensic psychology professionals can help police professionals develop effective psychological skills.
  • Select two psychological skills that are important to police professionals and that are taught by forensic psychology professionals. Consider why these skills are important to police professional effectiveness.
  • Think about the impact of forensic psychology professionals on how effective police professionals do their jobs.

The assignment (1–2 pages):

  • Briefly describe each psychological skill that you selected, and explain why each is an important skill for the police professional.
  • Analyze the impact of the forensic psychology professional on the effectiveness of police professionals. Be specific and provide examples.
  • Support your responses with references to the Learning Resources and the research literature.

How would you design the study using a correlational design? How would you design the study using a quasi-experimental design?

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The final requirement is the submission of the Professional Portfolio. This document should have been started in HMSV 180- Personal and Professional Development in Human Services and will be due at the end of this course. The grading scale for the portfolio is as follows:

90-100 points = A     80-85 points = B    70-75 points = C    60-65 points = D
86-89 points = B+    76-79 points = C+    66-69 points = D+    0-59 points = F

The requirements for submitting the portfolio are the following:

Portfolio Components

1. Personal vision statement.*
2. Current resume.* (Should include internship experiences.)
3. Sample job application cover letter.*
4. Two personal or character reference letters.*
5. Capstone Essay Abstract (A one page summary of your Capstone Essay).
6. Brief summary of Internships I, II, and III with Site Supervisor Evaluations.
7. Two professional reference letters.
8. Professional Network (A list of those who know your work with their contact information.)
9. Certificates, project documentation, photos or other items that demonstrate personal and professional growth.

Be sure to keep you own copy of your completed portfolio for your own use.

Items 1-4 followed by * must be submitted in HMSV 180: Personal & Professional Development. All items must be submitted in HMSV 490: Internship III: Capstone Seminar.

Imagine you were conducting research on the relationship between academic performance (e.g., better grades) and different levels of loudness of music (interval scale) while studying.

The independent variable would dB levels of music; the dependent variable would be academic performance.  Please elaborate on the following:

  • How would you design the study using a correlational design?
  • How would you design the study using a quasi-experimental design?
  • How would you design the study using an experimental design?

All written assignments should follow APA rules for attributing sources.

Discuss the likely outcome of Ms. Rosalind’s complaint if it was filed in your state. Discuss strategies to minimize the likelihood of such a relationship arising in your practice.

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Boundaries and Dual Relationships

In this Assignment, you will apply the information you have learned regarding boundaries and dual relationships to the analysis of a real life scenario.

Assignment Scenario

Ms. Cheney was a case manager at an outpatient clinic that provided a variety of services. One of her clients was Ms. Rosalind, who was receiving services because of a recent divorce. Ms. Cheney had also experienced a divorce in her past and thought she had effectively dealt with that experience, but found herself identifying with many comments made by Ms. Rosalind.

Through their work together, the two women realized they shared many common interests. They often found themselves talking about these shared interests in their time together and eventually began meeting for coffee after their sessions. Ms. Rosalind soon suggested they begin spending additional time together socially and Ms. Cheney agreed. Before long, they became fast friends, spending a significant amount of social time together on evenings and weekends, visiting clubs, going to movies or visiting local restaurants.

After several months, the two had a falling out about a gentleman both women favored. Ms. Rosalind filed a complaint with the Regulatory agency in her state about the relationship.

Assignment Directions

Please be sure to address all of the following in your Assignment:

  • Introduce the case study and analyze the implications of the events in the scenario.
  • Investigate the harmful effects of such a relationship on all parties involved: Ms. Rosalind, the helping relationship, and for Ms. Cheney.
  • Discuss both the social and emotional impacts of such a relationship as well as their effects on the treatment relationship. Use specific examples.
  • Discuss the likely outcome of Ms. Rosalind’s complaint if it was filed in your state.
  • Discuss strategies to minimize the likelihood of such a relationship arising in your practice.

Assignment Guidelines

Your Assignment should be a 3–4 page expository essay, not including the title and reference pages, and should include the following elements:

  • Title page: Provide your name, title of Assignment, course and section number, and date
  • Body: Answer all the questions in complete sentences and paragraphs
    • Your responses should reflect professional writing standards using proper tone and language. The writing and writing style should be correct, accurate, and reflect knowledge of professional ethics and personal values in the human service profession.
  • Reference page: Sources in APA format
    • Include a minimum of two scholarly or academic sources to support your responses and conclusions
  • Use Arial or Times New Roman 12-point font, double-spaced, and left aligned
  • Use standard 1″ margins on all sides
  • Use APA Formatting and Citation style