Brief Assignment 1
Instructions
This assignment is intended to allow students to demonstrate and deepen their knowledge of topics related to Abnormal Psychology. To complete this assignment, you will write a brief, 500-word essay in response to one of the prompts outlined below. In addition to meeting the 500-word requirement, you will be graded based on the thoughtfulness and accuracy of your response. Papers should include a thorough discussion of your chosen prompt and, when appropriate, should include references to the required text and/or a reputable, peer-reviewed journal. Students may also find it helpful to use examples to help clarify their points while writing this essay, but personal examples should be avoided if possible.
Choose one of the following:
1.) Briefly describe the three basic criteria that must be met for an individual to be diagnosed with a psychological disorder. Provide an example of an individual meeting each criterion.
2.) Briefly describe OCD and the difference between obsessions and compulsions. Briefly explain the four major types of obsessions and compulsions using examples.
3.) Briefly describe the four categories of phobias and provide an example of each. What is the difference between being fearful of something vs. having a specific phobia? Use examples to discuss this.
4.) Briefly describe dissociative disorders. Do you believe that DID can be faked? Explain why or why not.
Brief Assignment 2
Instructions
This assignment is intended to allow students to demonstrate and deepen their knowledge of topics related to Abnormal Psychology. To complete this assignment, you will write a brief, 500-word essay in response to one of the prompts outlined below. In addition to meeting the 500-word requirement, you will be graded based on the thoughtfulness and accuracy of your response. Papers should include a thorough discussion of your chosen prompt and, when appropriate, should include references to the required text and/or a reputable, peer-reviewed journal. Students may also find it helpful to use examples to help clarify their points while writing this essay, but personal examples should be avoided if possible.
Choose one of the following:
1. Briefly describe the DSM-5 criteria for a Major Depressive Episode. Discuss causes and treatment for Major Depressive Disorder.
2. Briefly describe the three major types of eating disorders. Discuss the medical consequences of Bulimia and Anorexia.
3. Explain the human sexual response cycle. Briefly describe the categories of sexual dysfunction among men and women.
4. Briefly explain and give an example of substance use, intoxication, and substance use disorders. Briefly discuss the DSM-5 criteria for Alcohol Use Disorders. When does alcohol use become a disorder?
Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
1. The answer should be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. The response also include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also Include a reference page. The Citations and references should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.
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