Research a specific mental disorder within the realm of Abnormal Psychology.

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RESEARCH PAPER INSTRUCTIONS
Research a specific mental disorder within the realm of Abnormal Psychology. The topic must be one which is discussed in the Comer text and described in the current edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM). The length of the body of the paper must be at least 7 pages, and must not exceed 10 pages of summarized research findings in current APA format. In addition to this, include a current APA-style title page, abstract, and references; these do not count toward the minimum number of pages required. The paper must be organized with sub-headings reflecting the required sections (IIX).
The research paper will address the following aspects, organized in this order:
*Title Page: APA-style
*Abstract: APA-style
I.Introduction: Introduce and describe the topic. Discuss the DSM classification for the disorder, including a discussion of the specific criteria as described in the DSM (1/2 page).
II.Historical: The disorder in its historical context (1 page).
III.Cause of the Illness: Current research as to the cause of the illness (1 page).
IV.Treatment: Various treatment approaches for this disorder, including the benefits of the treatment (1 page).
V.Prevention: Research as to the prevention of the illness (1 page).
VI.Cross Cultural: Cross-cultural issues pertaining to the topic (1 page).
VII.Biblical Worldview: Discuss the topic from a Christian worldview perspective, including disorders cause, treatment, and prevention. Utilize the Bible and a book or journal source written from a biblical/theological perspective on the topic (1 page).
VIII.Conclusion: Include a closing summary of the research, including ideas for future research on the topic (1/2 page).
IX.References: APA-style
*Organize paper according to directions. Include current APA-style Level 1 sub-titles.
*Use the references you found for your References Assignment.
*The use of 3RD person point of view is expected for this type of scholarly research assignment.
*Correct spelling, grammar, and punctuation is expected in writing at this level.
*Include not more than page of directly quoted material. Directly quoted material in excess of page would not count towards length/content requirements of the paper.
* Current APA formatting is required.
Include five (5) or more references that stem from scholarly journal articles or books dated within the past 10 years.
Include one (1) or more references that stem from a theological and/or biblical perspective.
The Bible should not be listed on this reference page (even though the final paper may include citations from the Bible, it should not be included in this assignment).
Websites are not considered as scholarly and should not be listed on this reference page

Compare and contrast the two resources’ approaches and conclusions and discuss their relevance to cognitive-affective psychology.

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Exam Question 1:
Choose a topic- cognitive neuroscience

Discuss the history of theory and research involving your chosen topic and the current state of theory and research with respect to that topic. In your response, please address the following:

Explain how the topic you chose applies to your area of work, interest, or study in psychology. (child development- Teacher )- That is my area of work

Use the APA Code of Ethics as your guide to briefly discuss what ethical issues might arise in connection with your chosen topic with respect to research or practical application.

Note: In responding to this question, address only the cognitive aspects of the topic you choose; exam question two covers the affective aspects.

Exam Question Two

Choose one of the readings on affect ( Read Miron-Schatz, Stone, and Kahneman’s 2009 article, “Memories of Yesterday’s Emotions: Does the Valence of Experience Affect the Memory-Experience Gap?,” from Emotion, volume 9, issue 6, pages 885–891.)

Briefly summarize your chosen article, and also discuss another article, book chapter, or other professional or academic resource of your choosing that addresses the same area.

Compare and contrast the two resources’ approaches and conclusions and discuss their relevance to cognitive-affective psychology.

Why is it important to have a firm understanding on all information systems, regardless of department you work in? Provide details.

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Write a 175- to 265-word response to the following question:

  • Why is it important to have a firm understanding on all information systems, regardless of department you work in? Provide details. 

How could you, as a trained clinician, differentiate between psychotic and depressive disorders?

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  • What is psychosis? Do not simply list criteria from the DSM. Instead, analyze how the term is defined and used in the field of psychology. 2) As a trained clinician, how would you recognize psychosis in a client? 3) How could you, as a trained clinician, differentiate between psychotic and depressive disorders? Do not just list the criteria that differ, but explain what you would see that would be different. 4) What elements in a client’s history facilitate diagnosis of a psychotic disorder? 5) What are the challenges of interviewing a psychotic client? How might a psychology professional deal with those challenges? Define psychosis and examine some of its clinical aspects.