Category: Psychology and Education : Psychology

Description.  A four to seven page (double-spaced) paper in which you apply one or more ideas from the course to something in your own experience is due during final exam week (see course calendar for the exact time).  The goal is for you to use what you have learned in the class in a way that is meaningful to you, and to evaluate the strength of the empirical evidence for the ideas you are applying.  You could use what you have learned about psychology to make sense of an experience you have had, to explain some behavior you have observed in yourself or other people, or to help create a plan to achieve some goal in the future, just to name a few examples.  A paper which merely cites general ideas from the textbook or lectures (“Similar contexts at encoding and retrieval make it easier to remember something”) is likely to be decidedly mediocre.  One that cites specific empirical evidence in a way that supports your interpretations and arguments (“Morris, Bransford, and Franks (1977) found that words were better remembered if the way they were tested matched the way people thought about them when they studied them.  I could use this ‘encoding specificity principle’ to help me …”) is likely to be a much better paper.  Also be sure to critically evaluate how strong the evidence is for the “facts” from psychology that you are applying.
Instructions.  Use the following section headings:
Issue.  Begin by describing the personal goal, problem, experience, or phenomenon that you will be addressing.  Explain briefly why it is interesting or important to you. (One paragraph)
Course Topics. Identify the topics from the course that you will be applying, including the relevant facts or theories you will make use of. (One paragraph)
Application.  Apply information from the course to analyze your experience, create a plan for achieving your goal, find a solution to your problem, etc.  Be sure to cite the specific sources for the ideas you are applying.  You can also refer to general principles from the course readings and lectures.  (2 to 3 pages)
Empirical Evaluation.  Evaluate the strength of the evidence for the “facts” you are applying from topics in the course.  If, for example, you applied the idea of “retrieval practice” to help you study more effectively, you might say something like, “The idea that retrieval practice leads to better memory is something we can be highly confident is true, because it has been repeatedly supported by well-controlled experimental evidence.”  Or if you applied the idea of Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs to identify things that were interfering with your academic achievement you might say, “Although intuitively appealing, the ideas described in Maslow’s Hierarchy are things we can have very little confidence are true, because they are mostly based on only intuition and observational research, not repeated and well-controlled experiments.”  Try to cite specific empirical evidence to support your conclusions whenever possible.  This can include primary sources such as journal articles.  (The library has a Guide for Research that is very helpful.) (2 to 3 pages)
Conclusion.  Sum up what you have done, and briefly discuss which information from the course you found most applicable to your issue.  Also briefly talk about what questions you still have or what further information you think you might need.  (1 to 2 paragraphs).
References.  Provide an APA-style reference list for any source you used in your paper, whether it is a journal article, textbook chapter, course lecture, website, content-generating tool such as an AI system, or anything else that is not common knowledge or your own words and ideas.  Each entry in the References list should also correspond to an APA-style in-text citation in the text of your paper.  Each entry in the References list must include a DOI, or if no DOI is available it must include a URL that links to the source (except for course materials).  Your paper must include at least 2 primary source references (such as journal articles).  If any of your references (except for course materials) do not have a working DOI or URL that links to the correct article, that can result in a zero for the assignment.
AI Tools List.  After the references, you must have this heading and a statement saying “I used the following AI Tools for this assignment:  [list them, including ChatGPT, Grammarly, and any others that can generate or modify text; or say “None” if you used none.]  Failing to include this statement will result in a zero for the assignment.  For full credit, you should also briefly describe how you used any text-generating tool, including the prompts you used.  
Grading
20 points:  Following instructions.  Are the 7 sections listed in the instructions above clearly labeled and in the correct order?  Does the paper follow instructions for form and content in general?  Gross failure to follow the instructions may also result in a zero for the assignment.
20 points:  Application.  Does the paper apply relevant ideas from the course in a way that makes sense?   Are they specific, or only vague and general ideas from the course?  Does the way that they are applied to your issue make sense?
30 points:  Empirical Evaluation.  Is specific empirical evidence cited for the ideas that are being applied?  Are references provided?  Is there a clear evaluation of how confident we should be that the ideas are true, and are clear reasons given for that evaluation?
20 points:  Clarity and style.   Is the paper written clearly and logically?  Do paragraphs have clear topic sentences and supporting ideas?  Is everything written in complete, grammatical sentences?  Are there too many direct quotations?
10 points:   Length and formatting.  Is the paper 4 to 7 pages of text, not including title, references, etc.?  Are the font-size and margins reasonable?  Is it double-spaced?  (Note:  A very short paper is likely to lose points for other categories as well as “length and formatting.”)
AI acknowledgement, working links for references, and generally following instructions: Required to get any points at all for the assignment (see above).
Anything that looks like an AI “hallucination” (a made up “fact” or a non-existent reference or incorrect DOI, for example) can result in a zero for the assignment.  This applies whether you used AI tools or not.
Turn in your finished paper using the submission folder.  Please keep in mind that all submissions are automatically checked for evidence of plagiarism. 
Plagiarism Warning
DO NOT USE SOMEONE ELSE’S WORDS in your paper!  Do not copy from your referenced sources.  Do not copy from a web site that summarizes your source.  Do not copy from another paper you have written for another class.  Do not copy phrases, sentences, or paragraphs from ANYWHERE!  That includes using automated content-generation tools like chatGPT.  Any words produced by something other than your own brain must be quoted and the source cited.  Instead, put everything in your own words: paraphrase, condense, and summarize the sources you cite.  Do not copy.  Also see the course FAQ and the documents from Week 1 for additional guidelines and warnings.
If your paper contains material copied word for word that is not clearly indicated to be a direct quotation (with quotation marks), you will receive a zero on the assignment for failing to follow instructions.  You may also face disciplinary action from the Academic Integrity Board.
Read the information on plagiarism provided in the Finals Week Checklist for this course and in the Academic Integrity section of the DePaul web site.

i need to write a psychology literature review for my bachelor course. the main topic of the course is neurocriminology and my question I need to answer is what I put in the topic section. it need to be in apa formatting. what I need is an introduction, main body, and then conclusion/discussion. it should be in an hour glass format, so the introduction goes from broad to specific and conclusion from specific to broad. i need at least 2 but preferably 3 subtopics in my main body. i was thinking in this order: 1. neurological effects of TBIs, 2. how those effects connect to criminal behaviour, 3. what other factors (socioeconomic status for example) can effect that connection. but that isn’t a must, just an idea that can be changed if its not good. i need some type of biological component tho that needs to be addressed. i want two articles per subtopic. these articles have to be empirical studies and you have to explain the article, so like what they found and how they did the study (methods) and connect to my topic, and also the limitations. it would be great if one study could build upon the previous one for that sub topic. like if the limitation for the first study was that it was not longitudinal, then the next one is longitudinal (just an example), but that doesn’t need to be if you cant find anything like that. i need a lot of in text references in the introduction, my tutor said like about every second sentence or so, but that was just her preference. also the intro should be like a page or a page and a half, but really any size is okay as long as it has everything I need. you can add quotes but not too many, I prefer only references (like just talking about it and then putting the article in text citation in quotes after it). i will attach the rule brick. also please include a source list like apa. no plagiarism. also for sources I need at least 5, but like I said I want 2 per sub topic at least and also more sources that are in the introduction and conclusion, you can reuse sources of course, but I would like to have a good amount of sources, not all of them have to be empirical studies, but the ones discussed in the main body should be. thank you.  

Chemical Evolution: Science…Or…Faith?
Perspectives on Chemical Evolution: A Critical Analysis (formerly Science News Report)
Read the four papers from the links provided in the Directions. In a two-to-three page report,
summarize the main points of the four references, and evaluate the information in light of your own
Christian worldview to respond to the following question: Does the presence of the complex
biochemistry found within living organisms require an Intelligent Designer?
Some of the articles are scientifically difficult, while some are written to a more general audience, but
you should now have sufficient background from this class to at least interpret the main points of all of
the readings. You are not expected to fully understand the articles (especially the first one!) This
assignment asks you to reinterpret difficult scientific information into a more general form that you
could share will other church members, who may not have the scientific background you do!
The review should include:
a) A summary of the main points discussed in each of the articles. (10 points)
b) An analysis of the primary question from multiple points-of-view. How do the various
groups interpret the data? Do all groups agree on the question, or what are various different
positions? (10 points)
c) Why do the various groups see this information as important? How might they use this
information to solve problems facing us today? (10 points)
d) How do you interpret the data from within a Christian worldview? How do you as a
Christian answer the question? How can Christians use this information to make decisions or
solve problems? Should Christians even discuss these types of questions, or should we just leave
them to the scientists? (15 points)
The desired format of the written part is:
a) Third person (Do not use: we or I)
b) Two-to-three pages (limit yourselves to 3 pages)
c) Format references using a style that is appropriate for your discipline (MLA, APA, etc.)
(Remember, you have four sources, so reference them in the paper!) (5 points)
d) Double space, typed document

you are to apply the concepts of classical conditioning, operant conditioning and social learning to situations you’ve noticed in your own life.  In your post, your job is to describe the situation(s) using the vocabulary of classical and operant conditioning, and social learning theory. Be careful, some of the vocabulary is a bit tricky!

Bipolar disorder and other conditions
Many people with bipolar disorder also have other mental disorders or conditions such as anxiety disorders, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), misuse of drugs or alcohol, or eating disorders. Sometimes people who have severe manic or depressive episodes also have symptoms of psychosis, which may include hallucinations or delusions. The psychotic symptoms tend to match the person’s extreme mood. For example, someone having psychotic symptoms during a depressive episode may falsely believe they are financially ruined, while someone having psychotic symptoms during a manic episode may falsely believe they are famous or have special powers.
Looking at a person’s symptoms over the course of the illness and examining their family history can help a health care provider determine whether the person has bipolar disorder along with another disorder.
What are the risk factors for bipolar disorder?
Researchers are studying possible causes of bipolar disorder. Most agree that there are many factors that are likely to contribute to a person’s chance of having the disorder.
Brain structure and functioning: Some studies show that the brains of people with bipolar disorder differ in certain ways from the brains of people who do not have bipolar disorder or any other mental disorder. Learning more about these brain differences may help scientists understand bipolar disorder and determine which treatments will work best. At this time, health care providers base the diagnosis and treatment plan on a person’s symptoms and history, rather than brain imaging or other diagnostic tests.
Genetics: Some research suggests that people with certain genes are more likely to develop bipolar disorder. Research also shows that people who have a parent or sibling with bipolar disorder have an increased chance of having the disorder themselves. Many genes are involved, and no one gene causes the disorder. Learning more about how genes play a role in bipolar disorder may help researchers develop new treatments.
How is bipolar disorder treated?
Treatment can help many people, including those with the most severe forms of bipolar disorder. An effective treatment plan usually includes a combination of medication and psychotherapy, also called talk therapy.
Bipolar disorder is a lifelong illness. Episodes of mania and depression typically come back over time. Between episodes, many people with bipolar disorder are free of mood changes, but some people may have lingering symptoms. Long-term, continuous treatment can help people manage these symptoms.
Medication
Certain medications can help manage symptoms of bipolar disorder. Some people may need to try different medications and work with their health care provider to find the medications that work best.
The most common types of medications that health care providers prescribe include mood stabilizers and atypical antipsychotics. Mood stabilizers such as lithium or valproate can help prevent mood episodes or reduce their severity. Lithium also can decrease the risk of suicide. Health care providers may include medications that target sleep or anxiety as part of the treatment plan.
Although bipolar depression is often treated with antidepressant medication, a mood stabilizer must be taken as well—taking an antidepressant without a mood stabilizer can trigger a manic episode or rapid cycling in a person with bipolar disorder.
Because people with bipolar disorder are more likely to seek help when they are depressed than when they are experiencing mania or hypomania, it is important for health care providers to take a careful medical history to ensure that bipolar disorder is not mistaken for depression.
People taking medication should:
Talk with their health care provider to understand the risks and benefits of the medication.
Tell their health care provider about any prescription drugs, over-the-counter medications, or supplements they are already taking.
Report any concerns about side effects to a health care provider right away. The health care provider may need to change the dose or try a different medication.
Remember that medication for bipolar disorder must be taken consistently, as prescribed, even when one is feeling well.
It is important to talk to a health care provider before stopping a prescribed medication. Stopping a medication suddenly may lead symptoms to worsen or come back. You can find basic information about medications on NIMH’s medications webpage. Read the latest medication warnings, patient medication guides, and information on newly approved medications on the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) website. 
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy, also called talk therapy, can be an effective part of treatment for people with bipolar disorder. Psychotherapy is a term for treatment techniques that aim to help people identify and change troubling emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. This type of therapy can provide support, education, and guidance to people with bipolar disorder and their families.
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is an important treatment for depression, and CBT adapted for the treatment of insomnia can be especially helpful as part of treatment for bipolar depression.
Treatment may also include newer therapies designed specifically for the treatment of bipolar disorder, including interpersonal and social rhythm therapy (IPSRT) and family-focused therapy.
Learn more about the various types of psychotherapies.
Other treatment options
Some people may find other treatments helpful in managing their bipolar symptoms:
Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is a brain stimulation procedure that can help relieve severe symptoms of bipolar disorder. Health care providers may consider ECT when a person’s illness has not improved after other treatments, or in cases that require rapid response, such as with people who have a high suicide risk or catatonia (a state of unresponsiveness).
Repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) is a type of brain stimulation that uses magnetic waves to relieve depression over a series of treatment sessions. Although not as powerful as ECT, rTMS does not require general anesthesia and has a low risk of negative effects on memory and thinking.
Light therapy is the best evidence-based treatment for seasonal affective disorder (SAD), and many people with bipolar disorder experience seasonal worsening of depression or SAD in the winter. Light therapy may also be used to treat lesser forms of seasonal worsening of bipolar depression.
Unlike specific psychotherapy and medication treatments that are scientifically proven to improve bipolar disorder symptoms, complementary health approaches for bipolar disorder, such as natural products, are not based on current knowledge or evidence. Learn more on the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health website .
Finding treatment
A family health care provider is a good resource and can be the first stop in searching for help. Find tips to help prepare for and get the most out of your visit.
To find mental health treatment services in your area, call the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357), visit the SAMHSA online treatment locator , or text your ZIP code to 435748.
Learn more about finding help on the NIMH website.
If you or someone you know is struggling or having thoughts of suicide, call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline  at 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org . In life-threatening situations, call 911.
Coping with bipolar disorder
Living with bipolar disorder can be challenging, but there are ways to help make it easier.
Work with a health care provider to develop a treatment plan and stick with it. Treatment is the best way to start feeling better.
Follow the treatment plan as directed. Work with a health care provider to adjust the plan, as needed.
Structure your activities. Try to have a routine for eating, sleeping, and exercising.
Try regular, vigorous exercise like jogging, swimming, or bicycling, which can help with depression and anxiety, promote better sleep, and support your heart and brain health.
Track your moods, activities, and overall health and well-being to help recognize your mood swings.
Ask trusted friends and family members for help in keeping up with your treatment plan.
Be patient. Improvement takes time. Staying connected with sources of social support can help.
Long-term, ongoing treatment can help control symptoms and enable you to live a healthy life.
How can I find a clinical trial for bipolar disorder?
Clinical trials are research studies that look at new ways to prevent, detect, or treat diseases and conditions. The goal of clinical trials is to determine if a new test or treatment works and is safe. Although individuals may benefit from being part of a clinical trial, participants should be aware that the primary purpose of a clinical trial is to gain new scientific knowledge so that others may be better helped in the future.
Researchers at NIMH and around the country conduct many studies with patients and healthy volunteers. We have new and better treatment options today because of what clinical trials uncovered years ago. Be part of tomorrow’s medical breakthroughs. Talk to your health care provider about clinical trials, their benefits and risks, and whether one is right for you.
To learn more or find a study, visit:
NIMH’s Clinical Trials webpage: Information about participating in clinical trials
Clinicaltrials.gov: Current Studies on Bipolar Disorder : List of clinical trials funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) being conducted across the country
Join a Study: Bipolar Disorder – Adults: List of studies being conducted on the NIH Campus in Bethesda, MD
Where can I learn more about bipolar disorder?
Free Brochures and Shareable Resources
Bipolar Disorder: A brochure on bipolar disorder that offers basic information on signs and symptoms, treatment, and finding help. Also available en español.
Bipolar Disorder in Children and Teens: A brochure on bipolar disorder in children and teens that offers basic information on signs and symptoms, treatment, and finding help. Also available en español.
Bipolar Disorder in Teens and Young Adults: Know the Signs: An infographic presenting common signs and symptoms of bipolar disorder in teens and young adults. Also available en español.
Shareable Resources on Bipolar Disorder: Digital resources, including graphics and messages, to help support bipolar disorder awareness and education.
Multimedia
NIMH Experts Discuss Bipolar Disorder in Adults: Learn the signs and symptoms, risk factors, treatments of bipolar disorder, and the latest NIMH-supported research in this area.
Mental Health Minute: Bipolar Disorder in Adults: A minute-long video to learn about bipolar disorder in adults.
NIMH Expert Discusses Bipolar Disorder in Adolescents and Young Adults: A video with an expert who explains the signs, symptoms, and treatments of bipolar disorder.
Research and Statistics
Journal Articles : This webpage provides information on references and abstracts from MEDLINE/PubMed (National Library of Medicine).
Bipolar Disorder Statistics: An NIMH webpage that provides information on the prevalence of bipolar disorder among adults and adolescents.
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“The day, water, sun, moon, night – I do not have to purchase these things with money.” – Titus MacciusPlautus (254 – 184 BC), Roman Playwright
Write an essay of 1000 words in which you critically discuss the above quote. Use arguments supported by evidence to support your chosen perspective(s). Cite your sources using APA style (online reference generators are recommended to use).
 

Now that you have revised your essay, completed a peer review activity, and constructed a rationale for your writing choices, it is time for the final proofreading and editing session. To do this, you will complete a final editing and reflection worksheet and submit the final draft of your Career Narrative Essay.
Note: Your Week 6 Assignment has two parts. Part A is the editing and reflection worksheet. Part B is your magnum opus, the final draft of your Career Narrative Essay.
You are probably tired at this point, but a revision and editing project is a marathon, not a sprint. This is the last time you will go through the essay and make changes. 
This is the final draft. Let’s make it count!
RESOURCES
Be sure to review the Learning Resources before completing this activity.
Click the weekly resources link to access the resources. 
WEEKLY RESOURCES
ON OR BEFORE DAY 7
Part A
As the final step of your Career Narrative Essay, you will complete a worksheet that takes you through one last editing, proofreading, and reflection process. After this, you will submit the final draft of your Career Narrative Essay and worksheet (see Part B below for submission instructions).
Week 6 Final Draft Editing and Reflection WorksheetDownload Week 6 Final Draft Editing and Reflection Worksheet
Part B
Copy your Week 6 Final Draft Editing and Reflection Worksheet into the bottom of your final Career Narrative Essay. It should be on a separate page after your References. You can do this by selecting all the text in the Word document and using the copy and paste commands.
Now that you have revised your essay, completed a peer review activity, and constructed a rationale for your writing choices, it is time for the final proofreading and editing session. To do this, you will complete a final editing and reflection worksheet and submit the final draft of your Career Narrative Essay.
Note: Your Week 6 Assignment has two parts. Part A is the editing and reflection worksheet. Part B is your magnum opus, the final draft of your Career Narrative Essay.
You are probably tired at this point, but a revision and editing project is a marathon, not a sprint. This is the last time you will go through the essay and make changes. 
This is the final draft. Let’s make it count!
RESOURCES
Be sure to review the Learning Resources before completing this activity.
Click the weekly resources link to access the resources. 
WEEKLY RESOURCES
ON OR BEFORE DAY 7
Part A
As the final step of your Career Narrative Essay, you will complete a worksheet that takes you through one last editing, proofreading, and reflection process. After this, you will submit the final draft of your Career Narrative Essay and worksheet (see Part B below for submission instructions).
Week 6 Final Draft Editing and Reflection WorksheetDownload Week 6 Final Draft Editing and Reflection Worksheet
Part B
Copy your Week 6 Final Draft Editing and Reflection Worksheet into the bottom of your final Career Narrative Essay. It should be on a separate page after your References. You can do this by selecting all the text in the Word document and using the copy and paste commands.

Assignment 1: 
 
Watch the story of the movie Secret of the Wild Child, currently available in its entirety at the following web address:http://www.dailymotion.com/video/x3i5x05.
 
Questions to answer:
 
Briefly describe Genie’s early experiences and her progress in learning a language after she was found.
 
What does this case study suggest about the role of language in the primary socialization process?
 
What is the critical period? Does research with Genie support the notion of what linguists refer to as a “critical period” for language acquisition?
 
Why is this case study referred to as a “forbidden experiment”?
 
Why can’t we reach definitive conclusions about cause and effect using a case study? Regarding Genie’s situation, what potentially confounding variable makes it difficult to conclude with certainty that it was extreme social isolation that caused her cognitive deficits?
 
Describe the ethical issues surrounding Genie’s case, discussed in the film Secret of the Wild Child. Did the individuals involved in this research project behave in an unethical manner?
 

After watching Fight Club movie, it’s time to focus on the writing portion of this assignment.  The goal of your paper is to analyze the main character and his or her abnormal psychology. 
Please utilize the following headers within your paper:
Introduction: Introduce the character you are writing on and summarize the plot

Symptoms & Diagnosis:  What specific symptoms did the character experience in the movie?  What diagnosis would you give them?
Nature or Nurture: Was the character’s mental illness a result of biological or environmental influences?  Explain.
Treatment: What type of treatment would you recommend for the character based on the available research?  Be specific.
Prognosis: Good or bad?  Why?
Stigma: Does the movie contribute to or reduce stigma related to mental health and the mental illness depicted? Why? 
Conclusion: Summarize your main points and reflect.  Did you enjoy the movie you selected?  Did the movie teach you anything you didn’t know already about mental illness?  
You should reference at least three sources in this paper.  The textbook may be one of your sources

4. Elements or components of the risk management system of the company or organization (Characterize in a concrete and summarized way the structure or system of comprehensive risk management that the company or organization applies using duly exposed schemes). This part is completed i included it because question 5 refers to in order to do the compare and contrast. I have also included what I completed for question for for you to reference
5. Comparison of the methodological aspects of the comprehensive risk management system (Compare and explain, in their own words, the arguments, similarities or differences between the remethodological aspects developed or applied by the company vs. the methodological aspects addressed in the thought reference of axis 2; duly exposed diagrams or matrices may be used).
6. Reflective or critical point of view of the company’s comprehensive risk management system (Each member of the group must write two paragraphs (of 5 lines), at the end of each contribution in parentheses indicate the name of the member who offers the point of view, which accounts for or highlights the relevance or weakness of the risk management system compared).
7. Bibliographic references (Citation and reference standards in APA 7th version must apply)
I have also included the report for FY 2023, However I have attached FY 2022 for you to reference. I also included some of the information that I have extracted from the paper.