Category: Psychology

Overview

DSM diagnoses are applied to symptomatic individuals who are brought to healthcare providers, which may result in labeling. But our understanding of the psychological conditions people experience is enhanced if we keep in mind that some ages and populations are probably more sensitive to environmental conditions than others. Selecting a diagnosis carefully and ensuring it is evident in the client will result in the most effective treatment.

For this assignment, you are asked to think critically about the current diagnostic system and the medical model of mental illness.

Preparation

• Select (and watch) a movie or documentary about a real-life person who has been diagnosed with a disorder listed in the DSM-5-TR.
• Examples:
• Washington, D. (Director). (2002). Antwone Fisher. Fox Searchlight Pictures.
• Howard, R. (Director). (2001). A beautiful mind. Universal Pictures.
• Mangold, J. (Director). (1999). Girl, interrupted. Columbia Pictures.
• Jackson, M. (Director). (2010). Temple Grandin. HBO.
• Scorsese, M. (Director). (2004). The aviator. Miramax Films.
• Klein, L. J., & Blush, K. (Directors). (2012). Of two minds. MadPix.
• Flethcher, D. (Director). (2019). Rocketman. New Republic Pictures.
• Pohlad, B. (Director). (2014). Love and mercy. Battle Mountain Films.
• Note: You can learn how to reference this in your paper by reading
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• Find two peer-reviewed journal articles in the
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• One article that focuses on behaviors associated with the disorder.
• One article that focuses on the efficacy of your chosen treatment for this disorder.
• Review Section 10 of the APA
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Instructions

In a 57 page paper, provide the following:

• Introduction.
• Describe the person depicted.
• Describe the diagnosis (12 pages).
• Discuss each criterion from the DSM-5-TR that the individual fits and does not fit for that diagnosis. Use examples from the movie.
• Discuss any race- or gender-related considerations or issues.
• Discuss any other conditions you would need to rule out.
• Possible causes (12 pages).
• Discuss a plausible explanation for the individual’s behaviors. Use scientific evidence from a peer-reviewed journal article to support your points.
• Describe the research findings.
• Demonstrate how it supports your explanation.
• Discuss possible causes based on a scientifically supported psychological theory.
• Describe the theory.
• Demonstrate how it supports your explanation.
• Propose a potential treatment for the individual (12 pages).
• Describe the treatment.
• Detail why you chose this treatment.
• Use scientific evidence from a peer-reviewed journal article to support your choice of treatments.
• Ethical considerations (1 page).
• Describe ethical considerations a professional would need to follow when treating this individual.
• Use examples to demonstrate how these ethical considerations apply to the individual or treatment.
• Conclusion.
• Summarize your conclusions.

Be sure to write your paper in APA format, cite all references in APA style, and include a reference list. Use the to format your paper in APA style.

Additional Requirements

Your assignment should also meet the following requirements:

• Title page: Include your name, course, date, and instructor.
• References: The
• , your textbook, and two or more peer-reviewed journal articles.
• will help you with citing sources and formatting references.
• Written communication: Written communication is free from errors that detract from the overall message.
• APA formatting: References and citations are formatted according to the current APA style and formatting. Refer to the
• section of the Writing Center for guidance.
• Length of paper: 57 typed, double-spaced pages.
• Font and font size: Times New Roman, 12 point.

Competencies Measured

By successfully completing this assignment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and scoring guide criteria:

• Competency 1: Develop plausible behavioral explanations based on scientific evidence.
• Explain behavior using scientific evidence.
• Explain behavior using a theory.
• Competency 2: Apply the current edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) to psychological disorders.
• Apply DSM diagnostic criteria to a person depicted in media.
• Describe race- or gender-related considerations of a specific diagnosis.
• Competency 3: Apply the psychology ethical code of conduct to inform professional behavior.
• Apply psychology ethical code of conduct to inform professional behavior.
• Competency 4: Propose appropriate interventions grounded in psychology.
• Propose appropriate psychology-based interventions.
• Competency 5: Communicate in a manner that is scholarly, professional, and consistent with expectations for professionals in the field of psychology.
• Use APA style formatting for citations and reference list with only minor errors.
• Address assignment purpose in a well-organized text, incorporating appropriate evidence and tone in grammatically sound sentences.

Living the Criteria of the DSM-5-TR

Living the Criteria of the DSM-5-TRCriteriaRatingsPtsApply DSM diagnostic criteria to a person depicted in media.

30 to >25.5 pts

DISTINGUISHED

Applies DSM diagnostic criteria to a person depicted in the media using examples.

25.5 to >21 pts

PROFICIENT

Applies DSM diagnostic criteria to a person depicted in the media.

21 to >0 pts

BASIC

Partially applies DSM diagnostic criteria to a person depicted in the media or does not describe the individual.

0 pts

NON_PERFORMANCE

Does not apply DSM diagnostic criteria to a person depicted in media.

/ 30 pts

Describe race- or gender-related considerations of a specific diagnosis.

20 to >17 pts

DISTINGUISHED

Describes race- or gender-related considerations of a specific diagnosis using examples.

17 to >14 pts

PROFICIENT

Describes race- or gender-related considerations of a specific diagnosis.

14 to >0 pts

BASIC

Identifies race- or gender-related considerations of a specific diagnosis.

0 pts

NON_PERFORMANCE

Does not identify or describe race- or gender-related considerations of a specific diagnosis.

/ 20 pts

Explain behavior using scientific evidence.

30 to >25.5 pts

DISTINGUISHED

Explains behavior using scientific evidence and examples from a peer-reviewed journal article.

25.5 to >21 pts

PROFICIENT

Explains behavior using scientific evidence.

21 to >0 pts

BASIC

Describes scientific evidence from a peer-reviewed source.

0 pts

NON_PERFORMANCE

Does not describe scientific evidence or explain behavior.

/ 30 pts

Explain behavior using a theory.

20 to >17 pts

DISTINGUISHED

Explains behavior using a theory with examples.

17 to >14 pts

PROFICIENT

Explains behavior using a theory.

14 to >0 pts

BASIC

Describes a theory.

0 pts

NON_PERFORMANCE

Does not describe a theory or use it to explain a behavior.

/ 20 pts

Propose appropriate psychology-based interventions.

30 to >25.5 pts

DISTINGUISHED

Proposes appropriate psychology-based interventions using scientific evidence with examples.

25.5 to >21 pts

PROFICIENT

Proposes appropriate psychology-based interventions.

21 to >0 pts

BASIC

Proposes appropriate psychology-based interventions but does not support with a peer-reviewed source.

0 pts

NON_PERFORMANCE

Does not propose an intervention.

/ 30 pts

Apply psychology ethical code of conduct to inform professional behavior.

30 to >25.5 pts

DISTINGUISHED

Applies psychology ethical code of conduct to inform professional behavior using examples.

25.5 to >21 pts

PROFICIENT

Applies psychology ethical code of conduct to inform professional behavior.

21 to >0 pts

BASIC

Identifies APA ethical code considerations but does not apply them to inform professional behavior.

0 pts

NON_PERFORMANCE

Does not identify or apply psychology ethical code of conduct to inform professional behavior.

/ 30 pts

Use APA style formatting for citations and reference list with only minor errors.

20 to >17 pts

DISTINGUISHED

Uses APA style formatting for citations with no errors and a reference list with no more than minor errors.

17 to >14 pts

PROFICIENT

Uses APA style formatting for citations and reference list with only minor errors.

14 to >0 pts

BASIC

Uses APA style formatting for citations and reference list but has major errors.

0 pts

NON_PERFORMANCE

Does not use citations or have a reference list.

/ 20 pts

Address assignment purpose in a well-organized text, incorporating appropriate evidence and tone in grammatically sound sentences.

20 to >17 pts

DISTINGUISHED

Presents a focused purpose through strong organizational skills, with introduction and conclusion. Presents evidence through strong paraphrasing/summarizing and appropriate tone and sentence structure.

17 to >14 pts

PROFICIENT

Addresses assignment purpose in a well-organized text, incorporating appropriate evidence and tone in grammatically sound sentences.

14 to >0 pts

BASIC

Addresses the assignment purpose with minimal issues related to evidence, tone, and sentence structure.

0 pts

NON_PERFORMANCE

Does not respond to the assignment prompt and/or does not organize text appropriately, uses inappropriate tone, or does not include structurally sound sentences.

/ 20 pts

Total Points: 0

Week 7 Assignment: Experimental Analysis Due: Sun Mar 1, 2026 11:59pm Overview The highest level of scientific investigation demonstrated in the FBA is the experimental analysis. The experimental analysis exemplifies the rigor of control as the practitioner manipulates environmental variables to evoke and abate the problem behavior. The consistent control of evoking and abating the target behavior demonstrates the functional relationship between environmental variable(s) and the target behavior(s). For this assignment, select an experimental analysis of problem behaviors such as the Iwata’s full functional analysis (FA), brief FA, latency-based FA, trial-based FA, precursor FA, or the IISCA. Provide the benefits and limitations of the selected experimental analysis. Describe the conditions of your experiment to test the hypothesized function(s) or contingencies influencing the behaviors of concern. Provide hypothetical data and a visual display (graph). Be sure to incorporate values of compassion and cultural humility when selecting and conducting the experimental analysis. You can refer to the Capella Compassion Code [DOCX] Download Capella Compassion Code [DOCX]for more details. Instructions Use the template provided by your instructor to complete the following. Be sure to complete the self-assessment grading rubric included in the template. Part 1: Select the Experimental Analysis Select the experimental analysis to be conducted for your functional behavior assessment. Provide the benefits and limitations of the selected experimental analysis. Provide a rationale for why you have chosen this method for the person or character you chose in your first assignment. Please include in your rationale how you considered compassionate approaches when selecting your experimental analysis. Part 2: Describe the Experimental Analysis Describe the conditions and procedures of your experimental analysis. Be sure to program for the appropriate establishing operations as suspected from the descriptive assessment. Please include in your rationale how you considered compassionate approaches when conducting your experimental analysis. Part 3: Display Hypothetical Data and Interpret Results For ethical reasons, DO NOT conduct an actual experimental analysis of behavior for this assignment. Instead, generate hypothetical data to show outcomes you might expect if you were to conduct the experimental analysis. Present the hypothetical data and result of the experimental analysis in a visual display. Be sure to use an appropriate graph to display the data, demonstrating experimental control. Interpret the results. Part 4: Conclude the Experimental Analysis Conclude the results of the experimental analysis by providing a confirmation of the functional control between environmental variables and problem behaviors. In other words, confirm the function(s) influencing problem behaviors. For the IISCA, confirm the functional control between the synthesized contingencies and problem behaviors. Additional Requirements Your assignment should meet the following requirements: Written communication: Should be free of errors that detract from the overall message. APA formatting: Paper, references, and citations are formatted according to current APA style guidelines. Use Academic WriterLinks to an external site. for guidance in citing sources and formatting your paper in proper APA style. See the Writing CenterLinks to an external site. for more APA resources specific to your degree level. Resources: A sufficient number of scholarly or professional resources. Length: 45 double-spaced pages. Font and font size: Times New Roman, 12-point. Refer to the MS in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Research GuideLinks to an external site. for help finding resources. Refer to the Experimental Analysis rubric to ensure you understand the grading criteria for this assignment. Competencies Measured By successfully completing this assignment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and scoring guide criteria: Competency 1: Assess the environmental variables and functions of behavior. Describe the conditions in the selected experimental analysis. Competency 2: Assess client’s skills, deficits, and preferences to determine appropriate intervention needs. Explain the rationale for choosing a particular experimental analysis, including the benefits and limitations. Competency 3: Apply knowledge of functions of behavior. Provide a visual display of data and interpret the data with minimal errors. Confirm the function(s) or contingencies influencing problem behaviors based on the experimental analysis, and support it with the visual display with minimal errors. Competency 4: Apply compassionate approaches to assessment procedures. Explain how compassionate approaches were considered when selecting and implementing the assessment procedures. Competency 5: Communicate in a manner that is scholarly and consistent with expectations for professionals in the field of psychology. Include grading rubric and a mostly accurate self-assessment, with a few errors. Demonstrate an academic writing style through well-organized prose that follows assignment guidelines. Demonstrate compliance with APA style, citation, and referencing guidelines.

Week 7 Assignment: Experimental Analysis

Due: Sun Mar 1, 2026 11:59pm

Overview

The highest level of scientific investigation demonstrated in the FBA is the experimental analysis. The experimental analysis exemplifies the rigor of control as the practitioner manipulates environmental variables to evoke and abate the problem behavior. The consistent control of evoking and abating the target behavior demonstrates the functional relationship between environmental variable(s) and the target behavior(s).

For this assignment, select an experimental analysis of problem behaviors such as the Iwata’s full functional analysis (FA), brief FA, latency-based FA, trial-based FA, precursor FA, or the IISCA. Provide the benefits and limitations of the selected experimental analysis. Describe the conditions of your experiment to test the hypothesized function(s) or contingencies influencing the behaviors of concern. Provide hypothetical data and a visual display (graph). Be sure to incorporate values of compassion and cultural humility when selecting and conducting the experimental analysis. You can refer to the Capella Compassion Code [DOCX] Download Capella Compassion Code [DOCX]for more details.

Instructions

Use the template provided by your instructor to complete the following. Be sure to complete the self-assessment grading rubric included in the template.

Part 1: Select the Experimental Analysis

Select the experimental analysis to be conducted for your functional behavior assessment. Provide the benefits and limitations of the selected experimental analysis. Provide a rationale for why you have chosen this method for the person or character you chose in your first assignment. Please include in your rationale how you considered compassionate approaches when selecting your experimental analysis.

Part 2: Describe the Experimental Analysis

Describe the conditions and procedures of your experimental analysis. Be sure to program for the appropriate establishing operations as suspected from the descriptive assessment. Please include in your rationale how you considered compassionate approaches when conducting your experimental analysis.

Part 3: Display Hypothetical Data and Interpret Results

For ethical reasons, DO NOT conduct an actual experimental analysis of behavior for this assignment. Instead, generate hypothetical data to show outcomes you might expect if you were to conduct the experimental analysis. Present the hypothetical data and result of the experimental analysis in a visual display. Be sure to use an appropriate graph to display the data, demonstrating experimental control. Interpret the results.

Part 4: Conclude the Experimental Analysis

Conclude the results of the experimental analysis by providing a confirmation of the functional control between environmental variables and problem behaviors. In other words, confirm the function(s) influencing problem behaviors. For the IISCA, confirm the functional control between the synthesized contingencies and problem behaviors.

Additional Requirements

Your assignment should meet the following requirements:

Written communication: Should be free of errors that detract from the overall message.

APA formatting: Paper, references, and citations are formatted according to current APA style guidelines. Use Academic WriterLinks to an external site. for guidance in citing sources and formatting your paper in proper APA style. See the Writing CenterLinks to an external site. for more APA resources specific to your degree level.

Resources: A sufficient number of scholarly or professional resources.

Length: 45 double-spaced pages.

Font and font size: Times New Roman, 12-point.

Refer to the MS in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Research GuideLinks to an external site. for help finding resources.

Refer to the Experimental Analysis rubric to ensure you understand the grading criteria for this assignment.

Competencies Measured

By successfully completing this assignment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and scoring guide criteria:

Competency 1: Assess the environmental variables and functions of behavior.

Describe the conditions in the selected experimental analysis.

Competency 2: Assess client’s skills, deficits, and preferences to determine appropriate intervention needs.

Explain the rationale for choosing a particular experimental analysis, including the benefits and limitations.

Competency 3: Apply knowledge of functions of behavior.

Provide a visual display of data and interpret the data with minimal errors.

Confirm the function(s) or contingencies influencing problem behaviors based on the experimental analysis, and support it with the visual display with minimal errors.

Competency 4: Apply compassionate approaches to assessment procedures.

Explain how compassionate approaches were considered when selecting and implementing the assessment procedures.

Competency 5: Communicate in a manner that is scholarly and consistent with expectations for professionals in the field of psychology.

Include grading rubric and a mostly accurate self-assessment, with a few errors.

Demonstrate an academic writing style through well-organized prose that follows assignment guidelines.

Demonstrate compliance with APA style, citation, and referencing guidelines.

Project Plan Guide to find specific expectations for the following sections. Be sure to update the reference list as you add resources to support your project development. As you integrate feedback from your instructor, refine your topic and problem statement, using a compelling argument for the proposed study. Develop questions that align with the identified topic and problem by completing the following in your Project Plan Template:

• Describe the significance of the topic to a program or field and program specialization.
• Explain the proposed gap or problem supported by existing literature.
• Describe the specific topic, including the target population name and phenomena.
• Identify the theoretical foundation or practice orientation for the proposed study supported by literature.
• Articulate the problem to be addressed and the questions aligned with the identified problem.

Your project framework should be clearly defined and include population, foundations, phenomena, and variables. The framework consists of three elements:

Methodological Approach.

o Describe the proposed methodological framework that aligns the topic, problem, gap, and project questions.

Population and Sample (including site if necessary).

o Describe the proposed target population as it aligns with the topic, purpose, and questions.

Foundations, Phenomena, Variables.

o Present evidence and explanation for the final choice of framework.

Data Collection

Describe the proposed data collection procedures and potential ethical considerations associated with your data collection. Data collection begins once informed consent is confirmed. Describe where your respondents or data are, and how you will gather information from those individuals or sites. Indicate the steps necessary to gather and secure data.

Ethical Considerations

Explain potential risks to study participants and how each risk will be mitigated to reduce ethical conflicts. Describe any ethical considerations that should be in place to address the sample, the population overall, the data, and the topic. Fully explain how you plan to protect your human participants along with any data collected through other providers. Support identified ethical, confidentiality, privacy, security, anonymity, and credibility issues and mitigation strategies with scholarly references. Be sure to cite literature associated with ethical responsibilities, including The Belmont Report (U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 1979).

Include in-text citations and a references section at the end of your assignment.

Based on what you learned in this module about epigenetics, gene-environment correlations and interactions, and dominant-recessive patterns of inheritance, what information can you provide to Sandra and Michael regarding their concerns about genetic predispositions and how genetic inheritance works? Explain your reasoning. Be sure to state specific support from the provided readings and resources, and cite using APA style.

Please pick three psychological disorders from Chapter 15 and describe them. Requirements: 12 font, Times New Roman APA Style At least 3 pages (reference page not included in page requirement)

your final project for this course you will use an article from a credible source featuring a real life workplace situation in the United States that occurred within the last 12 months. As a reminder, the article you are using is the article that I approved in your Week 6 Brainstorm assignment. You are tasked with connecting the information and content contained in the current event article to three of the weekly course topics set forth in the course modules (stress and time management, communication, leadership, customer service etc). This project has two main pieces: Paper and Presentation Written Piece You will be writing a 2-3 page paper explaining your findings. The paper must: Follow APA formatting (header, page numbers, title on the first page of the essay, correct citation throughout). Include a title page and a reference page in APA format. Clearly articulate the project topic. Be 2-3 pages or approximately 500-750 words. Include at minimum of 2 documented, credible sources. Quote and Cite from course material–if applicable Include a Bibliography entry for all cited sources, including those assigned in class–if applicable.

Many of the drugs that create altered states of consciousness are often highly addictive and, as a result, illegal in most countries.

Too often, those addicted to these illegal substances are treated solely as criminals. In 1935, the federal government opened the United States first drug-treatment center to rehabilitate individuals addicted to illegal drugs. Many of those arrested in the United States for illegal drug use from 1935 to 1975 were sent to this institution, which was referred to unofficially as the Narcotics Farm.

Watch the following 55-minute documentary:

Here is the link in case the video does not play:

Using language from Chapter 4, which refers to drug use and addiction, note specific examples from the film that demonstrate your understanding of the topic. Remember to refer back to Chapters 1 and 2 regarding ethical questions in research (10 points).

Your essay should directly reference the textbook and the documentary. I have seen the video many times, and I do not just want a retelling of the content but rather an understanding of drug addiction and the narcotics farm’s treatment of the prisoners.