Use below structure 

(15 points) to organize your visually appealing (2 points), 5-minute-digital narration (1 point), using your own voice to tell a cross-cultural story of societal importance in a creative way (2 points):

1. Cover Slide: Your Name, Unique Project Title, Course Name (Number) + Instructor Name (1 point)
2. Introduction: Describe a relevant cross-cultural psychology concept (topic focus) and draw the attention of the audience (2 points)
3. Background Knowledge: Provide important background knowledge (current facts, stats, theory, etc.) on the subject matter (e.g., cross-cultural miscommunication, happiness across cultures, perception of mental disorders, education systems in comparison, etc.). Use the textbook to describe the theory, concepts, etc. (2 points)
4. Dilemma: Specify the dilemma/controversy of your chosen topic (2 points)
5. Focus: Define the purpose of your presentation. Why is this topic important? Why should we listen to you? (teaching moment) (2 points)
6. Discussion: Discuss and provide evidence of how the topic was studied/evaluated, etc. (e.g., miscommunication, misunderstanding that you might encounter as a professional in a multicultural society) (2 points)
7. Solution: What has worked based on scientific findings? E.g., how can you mitigate cross-cultural miscommunication and bring more understanding and cultural engagement into your professional/personal endeavors/ future diverse workplace? (2 points)
8. References: List any references you used, including the textbook. A minimum of three scholarly articles published after 2010 is mandatory. (2 points)

Suggested Topics for Final Digital 

Cross-Cultural Research Presentation

1.Is the Expression of Happiness Universal? (Chapter 6: Emotion)

2.Cultural Universal and Differences in Sexuality (Chapter 7: Motivation & Behavior)

3.Parenting Styles in Western and Non-Western Cultures (Chapter 8: Human Dev& Socialization)

4.Potty Training Across Cultures (Chapter 8: Human Development & Socialization)

5.View on Depression Across Cultures (Chapter 9: Psychological Disorders)

6.Cross-cultural View on Beauty and Body (Chapter 10: Social Perception & Cognition)

7.Leadership in International Business (Chapter 11: Social Interaction)

8.Cultural Sensitivity When Working with Immigrants (Chapter 11: Social Interaction)

The purpose of this assignment is to examine the research literature in Health Psychology and how this is applied to chronic health issues.

Choose a chronic health issue individuals experience (e.g. diabetes, fibromyalgia, asthma, addiction) that is often seen by health psychologists.

Write a 1,250-1,500-word essay that addresses the following:

a)      What problems are often experienced by individuals and their families as a result of this illness (e.g. anxiety, depression, stigma, stress, non-adherence)?

b)      How can psychological theory be applied to describe the source of the problem and to treat the issue for the individual?

i)        You may choose the psychological theory/theories you wish to apply (e.g. stress theories, adherence theories, health promotion theories, and social norms theories, as long as they are discussed in the literature).

c)      What issues are discussed in the literature regarding this health issue? What research is currently being examined on the topic?

d)     How can health psychology/health psychologists aid individuals, families, and/or communities in coping with the illness?

Utilize a minimum of six outside scholarly sources (peer-reviewed journal articles obtained from the GCU library).  Certain websites (e.g. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, American Psychological Association) may be used in addition to the six peer-reviewed journal articles.

Prepare this assignment according to the APA 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. Please refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.