Write a report on a famous adult from an under-represented population from anywhere in the world.

You are responsible for reporting on a famous adult from an under-represented population from anywhere in the world. This individual may be a historical figure, an artist, poet, author, etc. You must apply course concepts, (Erikson, Piaget, Schaie, Neugarten, Peck, etc.), explain their development and investigate the circumstances of fame. For example George Washington Carver was an interesting individual to […]

What is psychosis?

What is psychosis? How would you recognize psychosis in a client? Psychosis can occur in a number of disorders, including in severe cases of major depressive disorder and bipolar disorder. How would one differentiate between schizophrenia and each of the mood disorders? Do not just list the differing criteria. In your own words, describe what would you see that is […]

What is personality?

Create a case example depicting a disorder from each of the clusters A, B, and C. You will create three case examples in total. Keep in mind that clients with PDs do not often have good insight. For instance, a client with narcissistic PD will not come in saying, “I have a high need for admiration from others” or “I […]

What is your personal perspective regarding the use of alcohol and recreation drugs?

Chapter 11 in your text describes the etiological factors that lead to alcohol abuse and dependence. Find a source, such as a peer-reviewed journal article or a reputable Web site, which discusses the etiological factors that lead to abuse or dependence on another substance. How do these compare to the etiological factors associated with alcohol abuse as discussed in the […]

Write a paper that includes a detailed description of the suggestions you would give your friend on this situation “A friend asks your advice about picking a psychotherapist. Your friend says, “My cousin told me to find a counselor who practices cognitive-behavioral psychotherapy, but my aunt said I should find a psycho dynamic therapist”.

Based upon your readings for this unit, how would you handle the following situation? A friend asks your advice about picking a psychotherapist. Your friend says, “My cousin told me to find a counselor who practices cognitive-behavioral psychotherapy, but my aunt said I should find a psycho dynamic therapist. What do you think?” Write a paper that includes a detailed […]

Consider current perspectives on mental health treatment, and to come to conclusions about practical advice you can give to an acquaintance.

Carefully read all the instructions associated with this discussion and the assignment for this unit. This discussion may seem to involve a great deal of work. Keep in mind that this work is a preparation for the assignment. The assignment asks you to consider current perspectives on mental health treatment, and to come to conclusions about practical advice you can […]

examine how the poet discusses gender, race, and/or class issues.

Assignment Note: As in previous weeks, this week’s readings include multiple genres, but for this particular discussion we will focus on poetry. On the Perspectives in American Literature site, Paul Reuben claims, “Although the modernist poets do not explicitly concern themselves with gender, race, or class issues, there are exceptions to this statement.” For this assignment, you are asked to […]