Determine whether Aaliyah has a substance use disorder. Include a discussion of DSM criteria. Use the template to help you make the assessment.

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Assignment 2: LASA I—Amphetamine Use and Abuse

BE SURE TO FOLLOW ALL STEPS AND MEET THE GRADING CRITERIA

Aaliyah continues to struggle with balancing her work hours and her schoolwork. She has been drinking coffee to help her stay awake, but it is no longer working. She has an exam coming up and needs to stay up to study.

Aaliyah decides to take an amphetamine to stay awake to study for the exam. She promises herself that she will only take it this one time for the exam. The drug allows her to stay awake and alert while she is studying for the exam. She also feels that she is learning the material better as a result of the amphetamine. When the grades are in, Aaliyah receives an A on her work.

As the semester continues, Aaliyah turns to amphetamines more and more often to help her stay awake to complete her schoolwork. Soon, Aaliyah finds that one pill no longer keeps her awake as long as she needs.

She starts taking more than one pill at a time. She knows that taking amphetamines so often is not good for her health, and she finds she experiences an increase in headaches when she takes them, but she continues to take them because they are helping her be successful in school and at work.

Based on the case study, prepare a paper that addresses the following:

  • Examine the change in amphetamine use and abuse in the U.S. from the 1950s to the present.
  • Explain to which schedule amphetamines belong and why they are on the Schedule of Controlled Substances.
  • Explain the effects Aaliyah might be experiencing as a result of her regular amphetamine use. Be sure to include:
    • Acute effects, chronic effects, and withdrawal
    • Effects on physiology (brain and body), behavior, mood, and toxicity
  • Give at least three indications from the case study suggesting there may be a problem with Aaliyah’s substance use. That is, describe at least three likely behaviors that Aaliyah is likely to exhibit if she is misusing amphetamines.

Determine whether Aaliyah has a substance use disorder. Include a discussion of DSM criteria. Use the template to help you make the assessment.

Write a 4-5-page paper in Word format. Apply APA standards to citation of sources. Use the following file naming convention: LastnameFirstInitial_M3_A2.doc.

Download the diagnosis template to use with this assignment. HERE IT IS!!!

 

Diagnosis Template:
Place a check in front of each symptom that is present

 

  •   Substance is taken in larger amounts or for longer periods than intended
  •   A persistent desire or unsuccessful attempts to cut down or regulate substance use
  •   A great deal of time spent obtaining the substance, using the substance, or recovering from
    substance use
  •   An intense desire or urge for the substance
  •   Use results in failure to fulfill major obligations at work, home, or school
  •   Continued use in spite of social or interpersonal problems caused or exacerbated by the
    substance use
  •   Important social, occupational, or recreational activities are given up or reduced because of the
    substance use
  •   Recurrent use in situations where it is physically hazardous
  •   Continued use in spite of persistent or recurrent physical or psychological problems that occur as
    a result of or exacerbated by substance use
  •   Tolerance

 

 Withdrawal

 

 Need for more of the substance to achieve desired effect
 Markedly diminished effect when using the same amount of the substance

 

 Presence of characteristic withdrawal syndrome when the substance is not present  Using the substance to alleviate withdrawal symptoms

 

(Note: Criteria of tolerance and withdrawal are not considered to be met for those individuals taking medications under appropriate medical supervision)

Two or more checks on this list = substance use disorder

Reference

American Psychiatric Association (2013). Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders (5th ed.). Washington, DC: American Psychiatric Association.

Assignment 2 Grading Criteria Maximum PointsExamined the change in amphetamine use and abuse in the U.S. from the 1950s to the present.24Explained why amphetamine is on the Schedule of Controlled Substances and to which schedule it belongs.20Explained the acute, chronic, and withdrawal effects of amphetamines on physiology, behavior, mood, and toxicity.40Described at least 3 behaviors Aaliyah is likely to exhibit if she is misusing amphetamines.40Used DSM criteria to determine whether Aaliyah has a substance use disorder.32Style (4 points): Tone, audience, and word choice Organization (12 points):Introduction, transitions, and conclusion
Usage and Mechanics (12 points): Grammar, spelling, and sentence structure
APA Elements (16 points): In text citations and references, paraphrasing, and appropriate use of quotations and other elements of style44Total:200

Identify legal, ethical issues in theories of personality and psychotherapy 

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Vignette Analysis II:

This  assignment focuses on vignette analysis and direct application of  course concepts to the persons and situations presented in the vignette  for each question. All discussions must take into account the legal  and ethical considerations, as well as issues of culture and human  diversity that may pertain to the situations presented below. 

Please  keep your responses focused on what is presented in the vignette. Do  not add information but use your creativity to support what you see in  the vignette as written. All assignments MUST be typed  in APA style and must be written at graduate level  English. The content, conciseness and clarity of your answers will be  considered in the evaluation of your work. You must use and integrate the material presented in the course text and cite your work according to APA format. Use of outside resources for culture-specific information to enhance your vignette analysis is encouraged.

This assignment should be 6-7 pages total plus a Title and Reference Page

A  panel of experts from Phenomenological Theories, Trait Theories and  Biological Theories of personality has been asked to evaluate this case.  Each panel will discuss their view of this case in direct and specific  context to a minimum of four (4) of their theoretical constructs. Each  panel will take into consideration the research on personality and the  brain as well as culture and legal/ethical issues that might arise. 

For this assignment you are to present this case from each of these panels of experts: 

Panel I: Phenomenological Theorists 

Panel II: Trait Theorists 

Panel III: Biological/Genetic Theorists 

John,  a 28 year old, Hispanic male, is seen in an initial interview at a  community mental health clinic. He has been diagnosed as Chronically  Mentally Ill. He resides with his mother and grandmother. Both his  father and grandfather committed suicide in their early 30’s. John is  afraid that he is fated to join the male-dominated generational pattern.  John is oriented to reality and does not appear to have any  disturbances in perception or thought. He does appear to be severely  depressed and anxious during your interview.

Assignment Outcomes

Distinguish the major theories of personality

 

Contrast historical and current views of personality

 

Integrate evidence based treatment interventions

 

Combine current research to assessment and technique

 

Identify legal, ethical issues in theories of personality and psychotherapy

 

Examine issues of culture and diversity in theories and application

Describe the quantitative design used and why it is appropriate for the identified problem and research questions. Support your response with a peer-reviewed citation from a research source.

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1)     Descartes uses the terms “clear” and “distinct” to explain certain immediate perceptions. What is the difference between immediate perception of ideas and actual experience? Why are the two accounts so different?

 

Due 08/15/17

2)     Locke’s tabula rasa argument contends that all ideas and hence all knowledge comes from experience. According to this argument, human nurturing provides one with ideas and hence knowledge of things. How can you reconcile Locke’s argument with the idea that humans have innate abilities, such as instincts and intuition? Are these innate abilities forms of knowing? If so, is Locke’s argument valid? What are some limitations of Locke’s argument?

 

Individual Project

Topic: Empiricism and Rationalism

10 Strategic Points Quantitative Study Extraction #2

Due Date: Aug 21, 2017 

Details:

In the prospectus, proposal, and dissertation there are 10 strategic points that need to be clear, simple, correct, and aligned to ensure the research is doable, valuable, and credible. These points, which provide a guide or vision for the research, are present in almost any research study. The ability to identify these points is one of the first skills required in the creation of a viable doctoral dissertation. In this assignment, you will identify and evaluate 10 strategic points in a published quantitative research study.

General Requirements:

Use the following information to ensure successful completion of the assignment:

  • Review the Wigton dissertation.
  • Locate and download “Modified 10 Points Template.”
  • This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
  • APA style is not required for this assignment.
  • You are not required to submit this assignment to Turnitin.

Directions:

Using the “Modified 10 Points Template,” identify each of the 10 strategic points in this quantitative dissertation.

Complete the “Evaluation” section of the template by addressing the following questions (250-500 words) with regard to the 10 strategic points in the study:

  1. Discuss the key points in the literature review and how the author used this section to identify the gap or problem addressed in the study.
  2. Describe the variables under study and how they are a key component in this quantitative research study. You are not expected to understand the differences between variables at this point, but should be able to identify how they inform the problem, purpose, research questions and data collection instruments.
  3. Describe the problem and how it informed the research questions under study.
  4. Describe the quantitative design used and why it is appropriate for the identified problem and research questions. Support your response with a peer-reviewed citation from a research source.
  5. Assess the appropriateness of the instruments used to collect data and answer the research questions as well as to address the stated problem.
  6. Discuss how the problem statement informed the development of the purpose statement in this study.

 

Resources

1. A Path of Understanding for Psychology

Polkinghorne, D. E. (1994). A path of understanding for psychology. Journal of Theoretical and Philosophical Psychology, 14(2), 128-145. doi:10.1037/h0091138

https://lopes.idm.oclc.org/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com.lopes.idm.oclc.org/login.aspx?direct=true&db=pdh&AN=1995-28539-001&site=ehost-live&scope=site

 

2. The Social Constructionist Movement in Modern Psychology

Gergen, K. J. (1985). The social constructionist movement in modern psychology. American Psychologist, 40(3), 266-275. doi:10.1037/0003-066X.40.3.266

https://lopes.idm.oclc.org/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com.lopes.idm.oclc.org/login.aspx?direct=true&db=psyh&AN=1992-97753-044&site=ehost-live&scope=site

Evaluate the advantages of diagnosis and classification in mental health settings. Be specific and provide examples where appropriate.

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Clinicians make use of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (5th ed.; DSM-5) classification system to make diagnoses that will guide the choice of a treatment approach. As you read in Fundamentals of Abnormal Psychology, however, the practice of diagnosing clients and the use of diagnostic categories and labels are sometimes subject to criticism. Some argue that diagnostic labels can cause harm. Others disagree, stating that diagnosis is an essential step in the clinical process as the clinician proceeds from assessment to diagnosis to treatment. In this week’s Assignment, you will evaluate both advantages and disadvantages of the practice of diagnosing and labeling psychological disorders. You will decide whether or not you are convinced that current diagnostic practices are acceptable.

The Assignment (2 pages):

  • Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of diagnosing and classifying psychological disorders. Include in your evaluation responses to the following prompts:
    • Evaluate the advantages of diagnosis and classification in mental health settings. Be specific and provide examples where appropriate.
    • Evaluate the disadvantages of diagnosis and classification in mental health settings. Be specific and provide examples where appropriate.
    • From a multicultural perspective, explain what issues might arise with respect to the assessment and diagnosis of individuals from different cultural backgrounds
    • Finally, based on your evaluations in the prior prompts, explain your position regarding the relative advantages and disadvantages of current diagnostic and classification practices, including an assessment of whether you believe the advantages outweigh the disadvantages or vice versa. Be sure to support your position.

References must come from-

-R. J., & Comer, J. S. (2019). Fundamentals of abnormal psychology (9th ed.). Worth.

Chapter 3, “Clinical Assessment, Diagnosis, and Treatment”

-And 2 other sources of your choice