Review the video tutorial for an overview of conducting multiple regression in SPSS.

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PSY 520 SPSS Assignment 1

 

 

 

Before you begin the assignment:

 

 

 

·         Read Chapter 8 in your Discovering Statistics Using IBM SPSS Statistics textbook.

 

·         Review the video tutorial for an overview of conducting multiple regression in SPSS.

 

·         Download and open the Popularity SPSS data set.

 

 

 

An overview of the data set:

 

 

 

This data set represents hypothetical data from a study that examined how well some core personality traits predict a person’s level of popularity. Personality was measured using the “Big 5,” which is a very commonly used measure of personality. In fact, a Big 5 personality scale was included in the Module Two discussion.

 

 

 

Here is some more information about the variables in this hypothetical data set:

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PSY 520 SPSS Assignment 1

 

Before you begin the assignment:

 

· Read Chapter 8 in your Discovering Statistics Using IBM SPSS Statistics textbook.

· Review the video tutorial for an overview of conducting multiple regression in SPSS.

· Download and open the Popularity SPSS data set.

 

An overview of the data set:

 

This data set represents hypothetical data from a study that examined how well some core personality traits predict a person’s level of popularity. Personality was measured using the “Big 5,” which is a very commonly used measure of personality. In fact, a Big 5 personality scale was included in the Module Two discussion.

 

Here is some more information about the variables in this hypothetical data set:

 

· Number: This is the ID number of the participant

· Sex: Participants’ sex, with “1” standing for male and “2” standing for female

· Age: College year of the participant, with “1” standing for freshman, “2” standing for sophomore, etc.

· Popularity: Popularity measured with a questionnaire that could range from 0 to 100, with higher numbers indicating more popularity

· Extroversion: A Big 5 trait indicating level of sociability. Scores range from 1 to 5, with high numbers indicating extroverted and low numbers indicating introverted

· Agreeableness: A Big 5 trait indicating level of interpersonal warmth and friendliness. Scores range from 1 to 5, with high numbers indicating warmth and low numbers indicating coldness towards others

· Conscientiousness: A Big 5 trait indicating level of self-control and responsibility. Scores range from 1 to 5, with high numbers indicating high conscientiousness and low numbers indicating low conscientiousness

· Neuroticism: A Big 5 trait indicating level of anxiety and emotional stability. Scores range from 1 to 5, with high numbers indicating high neuroticism and low numbers indicating low neuroticism

· Openness: A Big 5 trait indicating level of willingness to try new things and creativity. Scores range from 1 to 5, with high numbers indicating high open-mindedness and low numbers indicating closed-mindedness

 

Questions:

 

1) Describe in your own words what type of research situations call for a researcher to use a multiple regression analysis.

 

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2a) Run a basic correlation of matrix for the Popularity, Extraversion, Agreeableness, Conscientiousness, Neuroticism, and Openness variables.

 

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2b) Based on these results, which personality variables are significantly correlated with Popularity?

 

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3a) Conduct a multiple regression analysis using Extraversion, Agreeableness, Conscientiousness, Neuroticism, and Openness as predictors of Popularity.

 

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3b) Which variables are significant predictors of Popularity? Compare and contrast the results from the multiple regression analysis to the basic correlation results from question 2b.

 

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3c) What is the R-squared of this model, and what does it tell us about how well this model predicts Popularity?

 

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3d) Write the results of the multiple regression in APA style. For help, refer to the Regression section in this document.

 

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Discuss how you would build alliance with this family.

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Read Vargas Case Study: Module 1 and imagine that you are going to conduct a first interview with this family.

Write a 700-1,050-word paper that addresses the following:

  1. Discuss how you would build acid:D7D4B297-EEAE-4174-AD01-F87097282051@canyon.com

    PCN-521 Module 1: Vargas Case Study

     

    Bob and Elizabeth Vargas have been married for 10 years. They have two children, Frank (8) and Heidi (6). Bob teaches high school PE and coaches football, wrestling, and baseball. Elizabeth recently quit her job where she was an attorney in a law firm that specializes in Family Law. She enjoyed her work, had a passion for adoption cases, but decided to stay home for a few years while the kids were young. Elizabeth believes that Frank might have ADHD. She complains that he cannot sit still, does not listen, is forgetful, and is always getting hurt. She believes that much of these injuries are due to Frank’s impulsivity. Elizabeth suggests you talk to Frank’s teachers who have noticed that he has trouble waiting his turn, will often blurt out answers without raising his hand, and frequently loses things. Elizabeth acknowledges that Frank has always been an active child, but believes these behaviors, including picking on his little sister, are getting worse. Bob seems to be amused by these anecdotes and accuses Elizabeth of “over-reacting” stating that, “Boys will be boys.” Bob suggests you talk to his parents, both retired teachers, who agree with him and don’t think there’s anything wrong with Frankie.

     

    You notice Heidi sitting close to Elizabeth, playing on her mother’s cell phone. She glances up occasionally when her brother approaches, but is otherwise engrossed with the game. Frankie began the meeting sitting between his parents, but noticed Lego’s in the corner and was immediately attracted to them. He interrupted several times to share stories about his teacher, classmates, and his grandparents, despite numerous reprimands from his mother. After a few minutes, Frank asked to use his Dad’s phone (in a hurry, Bob had left it in the car), wandered around the office, looked out the window and commented on a squirrel, then grabbed the phone from his sister who, of course, protested. After Elizabeth had quieted the commotion, you question any recent changes. Bob and Elizabeth both acknowledge an increase in marital tension and admit to having several arguments a week, some in front of the children. Bob blames Elizabeth for being “too high strung” and says she just needs to relax. Elizabeth says she is unable to relax fearing Frankie will end up damaging things, hurting himself, or Heidi. She says that if Frankie would be able to control his behaviors, their marriage would improve dramatically. This, they report, is the reason for seeking therapy for Frankie.

     

     

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    lliance with this family.

  2. Develop some hypothesis about the family patterns that you believe are maintaining the problem.
  3. Conclude by outlining your expectations for each phase of treatment.

APA format is required for essays only. Solid academic writing is always expected. For all assignment delivery options, documentation of sources should be presented using APA formatting guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.

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

 

 

There needs to be at least 3 scholarly resources sited in the text as well as a works cited page.

 

 

Working With Diverse Populations

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Working with special populations in any field can present challenges that require special competencies. This is particularly true in the substance abuse field. There are many cultural factors that contribute to substance abuse and influence assessment and treatment approaches. In addition, specific demographic factors such as age, socioeconomic status, family composition, and parenting styles can influence the development of these disorders and have to be addressed in the assessment and treatment plan. The success or failure of treatment can be directly related to the accommodation of these factors.

Use the module readings and the Argosy University online library resources to research cultural competency.

Review the following list and select one population group for use in this assignment:

  • Deaf and hard of hearing
  • Native Americans and Alaskan Natives
  • Asian Americans/Pacific Islanders
  • Spanish Americans
  • Persons with disabilities
  • Children and adolescents
  • Gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgendered (GLBT)

Respond to the following in a PowerPoint presentation:

  • Explain how you would work with that population with cultural competency. Specifically address substance abuse.
  • Describe the particular issues that might arise when working with a client from your selected special population.

Include detailed speaker’s notes and one slide with references.

Develop a 6–8-slide presentation in PowerPoint format. Apply APA standards to citation of sources. Use the following file naming convention: LastnameFirstInitial_M4_A2.ppt.

Explain the role that culture plays in the formation and maintenance of relationships

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“Attraction and Helping Others” Respond to one (1) of the following discussion topics:

  • Explain the role that culture plays in the formation and maintenance of relationships. Support your response with at least one (1) example of the influence culture has on relationships.
  • Describe one (1) situation in which the actions of a larger group influenced decisions to help a person in need. Discuss the role that you believe the person’s attractiveness and / or attributed responsibility for his / her actions played in the group’s decision to offer or withhold help from the person in need.