Provide a rationale for the recommended treatment method. Discuss the reasons this treatment was selected over other treatments. Discuss the reported results of symptom treatment and management.

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Week 7 Treatment Project

You have recently explored the complexities of combat trauma, including the difficulty with self-identification, complicated diagnostic processes, options for treatment, and the potential barriers to treatment, among other important areas of concern. Reflecting on information from the course related to the psychological trauma of combat and the treatment options available complete the following assignment. Ensure the plan presented is based upon evidenced based practices established in the field as effective in addressing psychological needs in disaster settings.

Instructions:

Develop a PowerPoint presentation targeted toward combat service members and veterans who are seeking information about treatment options. Drawing on the information learned throughout the course, draft your PPT to present an appropriate treatment option to both the active service member and the combat veteran.
Identify psychological symptoms the service member or veteran might be experiencing.
These should be discussed in plain language, with enough information that the service member and veteran can connect with what is presented.
Select a specific treatment method or model you have researched throughout the course that is appropriate to address the symptoms you describe.

This method does not have to be evidence-based, it can be an emerging treatment method, holistic approach, or a traditionally used evidence-based approach; you are not limited in your selection.
Introduce the selected treatment method, including the following:
A description of the treatment method, its application, and use in active duty and veteran populations.
Ensure explanations of the treatment, how it will be received, and the requirements for treatment participation are clearly discussed. If differences exist for participation in treatment based on status (active duty versus veteran), these should be clearly outlined.
Provide a rationale for the recommended treatment method.
Discuss the reasons this treatment was selected over other treatments.
Discuss the reported results of symptom treatment and management.
Discuss the potential side effects or adverse effects of the treatment.
Provide a pathway; identify the steps to accessing treatment.
For both active duty members and veterans, discuss the various ways treatment can be accessed.
Identify programs, departments, agencies, etc. that can be contacted offering the specific treatment described.
Discuss barriers that may be presented in the process and offer methods to overcome these without becoming discouraged in the process of seeking treatment.
Conclude with your final thoughts on treatment seeking, options available and self-educating on the topic.

In developing your work, be sure to rely upon academic, scholarly sources to support the definitions and recommendations provided. Scholarly sources should be cited both in-text (speakers notes) and on the reference page of the submission. A minimum of six academic, scholarly sources are required to be cited in the work, 4 of which must be peer-reviewed journal articles. Course materials may not be used to meet the scholarly source requirement.

Choose at least two (2) different theoretical perspectives that have been covered in this course and discuss how the cultural, societal, and historical contexts within which the theories are derived have influenced their major tenets and framework.

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Discussion Assignment for the Week:

The Role of Culture in Personality Theory

Choose at least two (2) different theoretical perspectives that have been covered in this course and discuss how the cultural, societal, and historical contexts within which the theories are derived have influenced their major tenets and framework.
Provide the bolded headings above your answers to ensure all required content is clearly included. Clearly connect lesson content in your answers
Theoretical Perspective One and associated content:
Theoretical Perspective Two and associated content:

What is the purpose of the research? What hypothesis is tested? How did the researchers investigate their research question? What are the pertinent results of the manipulation?

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Article Review

Experiential Self-Focus in Social Anxiety Disorder: Is it Beneficial?
By Alice R. Norton and Maree J. Abbott

References
Norton, A. R., & Abbott, M. J. (2018). Experiential Self‐Focus in Social Anxiety Disorder: Is it Beneficial? Journal of Clinical Psychology, 74(3), 480–488. https://doi-org.ezproxy.umgc.edu/10.1002/jclp.22503

Read the Introduction. Highlight the purpose of the article and the author’s hypothesis (e.g., what was studied, what the authors predicted, and why they found the topic worthy of study). Pay attention to the context provided for the research (i.e., what research has been done previously in the field? what issue or problem is this study trying to address?)

Read the Methods section. Note the description of the participants and any tests, surveys, questionnaires, apparatus, or other materials that were used. Pay particular attention to the details involved in the experimental procedure. How were the variables manipulated or measured? Recall that the Independent Variable (IV) is the variable that is manipulated by the research (i.e., whether the room is hot or cold (if that is the variable of interest) or whether participants are given a placebo, shown any type of media or other stimuli, given talk therapy, or instructed to take medication (if that is the variable of interest). Remember that the Independent Variable is what was different about the experiences of the different groups. Recall also that the Dependent Variable (DV) is that variable that is measured, or, the outcome of the study (i.e., test performance or lessening of depressive symptoms).

Read the Results. Try not to get intimidated by complex statistical analysis. Instead of focusing on the numbers, focus on the short descriptions that accompany the findings explaining what the researchers found (i.e., Did the researchers find evidence that supports their hypothesis?)

Read the Discussion. Pay special attention here to what the authors say about the importance of their findings or the lack of findings. Think about other things you could do to look at this issue.

Prepare a 3 page summary and review of the article fully paraphrased in your own words and your own writing style and structure. Changing a few words from the original is not fully paraphrasing. Be sure to address the following questions in your summary:
• What is the purpose of the research? (Address specifics regarding the overall purpose of the research in question.)
• What hypothesis is tested? (Provide a clear statement of the researchers’ prediction.)
• How did the researchers investigate their research question? (Provide details regarding the study methodology.)
• What are the pertinent results of the manipulation? (What were the findings and conclusions drawn?)
• What is your personal opinion of the study conducted? Should it be repeated? What could be improved?
• What is your overall impression of the work? What are the implications of the study for the practice of counseling psychology?

Your summary should be written as a coherent essay (do not format as a list of answers to these questions). You may include additional insights in your analysis, but you must address these key issues. You may find it useful to use headings and subheadings to organize your discussion as you address these key issues.

What truth or lesson is being communicated by this quote? Why is this truth or lesson so important? How do your, or other’s, experiences and observations relate to and support this truth or lesson?

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Discussion Question

“The forces that interact to produce sexual behavior can be lumped into three broad categories: psychological variables, cultural and societal factors, and biological and evolutionary influences” (Lehmiller, 2017).

Lehmiller, Justin J.. The Psychology of Human Sexuality, John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, 2017. ProQuest Ebook Central, http://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/umuc/detail.action?docID=5106984.

Use the quote above as your topic, and write a well-organized essay, answering these questions:
• What truth or lesson is being communicated by this quote?
• Why is this truth or lesson so important?
• How do your, or other’s, experiences and observations relate to and support this truth or lesson?
• In what ways does this lesson make logical sense to you?
• In what ways does this lesson make emotional sense to you?
• How might this lesson be relevant to your, or others’, life and career?
• Why do some fail to live as if this truth or lesson were important?
• Why might some suggest this truth or lesson is not important?
• How would you defend the truth of this lesson from those who disagree and believe the lesson is not important?
• What can we do (at an individual, community, or society) to make this truth or lesson better recognized or practiced?

In the writing of your essay, present your answers to these questions in a sequence of well-developed paragraphs (not bullet points).

You are encouraged to be creative in your reflections. Your reflections may include, when pertinent, links to media, pictures, or other supporting resources.

Also, Write a Discussion Question that Would Prompt Further Dialog on the Topic. End your reflection essay with a line space and then post a single, relevant, provocative, open-ended question that you believe would prompt further debate and reflection by readers on the topic addressed in your essay.

Analyze and critique the week’s reading assignments. Discuss what your found interesting or uninteresting, flaws in the reasoning of the papers, your assessment of the conclusions drawn and whether the data support the theory, issues that the author did not consider, synthesis of opposing viewpoints presented across several papers, an idea for future research, etc.

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Article Reflection Week 7

This paper (~2 pages double spaced) should analyze and critique the week’s reading assignments. Being able to critically review research is an important aspect of scientific enterprise. In addition, article reflections ideally facilitate appreciation for how empirical research is conducted and encourage careful consideration of how theory informs methods of data collection and analysis. You should include at most a few sentences summarizing the readings, followed by your critique or analysis of the readings. You could discuss what your found interesting or uninteresting, flaws in the reasoning of the papers, your assessment of the conclusions drawn and whether the data support the theory, issues that the author did not consider, synthesis of opposing viewpoints presented across several papers, an idea for future research, etc. The ideas expressed in your article reflection should be clear and concise, but please do not write a simple summary of the readings.

Because some students may specialize in different disciplines, they may want to “spin” the week’s themes in a reasonable fashion toward their interests, which is fine. The goal is to make sure that students not only complete the readings, but also put some degree of thought into the implications of, and interconnections among the readings and after our discussion of the topic that week. The article reflection should span across all the readings of the week. A reflection of only one of the articles will not receive a passing grade.

What are the principal symptoms contributing to the diagnosis proposed? Clearly explain, providing details. What does the criteria in the DSM states and how does this compare to his symptoms? Does this disorder overlap with another or can you rule out other disorders?

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Bob Evaluation

Case Evaluation

Purpose
This assignment supports your expression of knowledge, targeting the basic concepts, theories, and techniques discussed in the course. Presented below is a case study. For this assignment you will develop and present your analysis. Your analysis will include: early thoughts on diagnosis, an accounting of the key symptoms presented, an acknowledgment of the client’s strengths and areas for growth, and potential treatment goals for the client. You will conclude the intake analysis by discussing areas to explore with the client at the next visit.

Client: Bob
Bob is a 45-year-old male who, during his intake visit, communicates he is experiencing a variety of life stressors. As you take notes, the following list is recorded:

  • change in weight, an increase of 25 pounds
  • trouble sleeping, primarily interrupted sleep and occasional sleeplessness
  • low energy
  • varied eating – periods of not feeling hungry followed by increased eating
  • irritability and moodiness
  • anxiety
  • decreased sexual desire
  • self-esteem – decreasing
  • feelings of guilty – economic challenges have resulted in significant income losses

Bob has been married to his partner for eleven years. The marriage has experienced challenges, but is relatively happy and intact. Bob’s partner is an entrepreneur with many irons in the fire, and whose drive contributes to the business’s success and a healthy income ($185,000). Like Bob his partner must reinvest the majority of their income back into their business ventures. Recent economic shifts have put pressure on the couple’s shrinking savings and investments, and on the upper-middle income lifestyle the two have become accustomed (buying and engaging in desired activities without much worry).

Bob holds a master’s degree in Business. He pursued and obtained his MBA with the goal of establishing his own business. He has a receptionist who works remotely from home on an hourly basis, and one full-time employee. Bob recently made the move from the home office, shared with his partner, to a new office space that has room for his employees. The office is well sized, and includes a conference space where clients can meet. His client list has expanded, but Bob is experiencing difficulties getting clients to pay within the 45-day billing period specified when invoiced for services rendered. As a result, Bob is often forced to pay his contracted account a service fee to prompt clients for payment.
Bob pays the accountant’s fee because he requires a steady cash flow to pay his employees, pay bills, and meet family responsibilities. The health insurance premium he pays for his family is high (over $1400 per month) due to a preexisting health condition (his partner has a chronic condition). Additionally, he pays the health insurance premium for his full-time employee. Bob's partner willingly, and lovingly, paid the family healthcare premium on their plan for over two years at a monthly cost of $1,700.
Bob took over the healthcare premium four years ago, as he felt that his partner had carried that monthly burden alone while he built up his client base. His partner also covered expenses Bob was not able to pay while he attended graduate school and established his business. During the intake visit, Bob shares that he could not have pursued his business endeavors without his partner's support (financial and otherwise). He believes that this has created tension in his relationship with his partner, particularly during the current economic downturn.
Bob and his partner have three children, ages 2, 5, and 8. All are healthy, intelligent, fun-loving, and well-mannered, per his reporting. At the time of his visit, Bob has no concerns regarding the little ones. His partner works doggedly to contribute to the finances and to attend to the children. While Bob works most days from 7 a.m. to all hours of the evening, his partner “does it all,” making $185,000 and being a stay-at-home parent.
Bob feels that his partner's deteriorating physical well-being is the result of this effort to do it all – being there for him and the children. While his partner does not express dissatisfaction, Bob feels (in his words, “understands”) that his partner must feel resentment toward him for the non-stop, around the clock, work he must dedicate to his business. As the funds in their savings has shrunk, Carl feels his personal state has deteriorated, physically, emotionally, professionally, and personally.
Bob concludes his intake visit expressing he needs help. He needs help regaining control in his life. He wants your help to develop a strategy for reversing this downward spiral.

Your Task:
Review Bob’s case and give a preliminary diagnosis using the knowledge gained in this course. Relevant diagnostic criteria can be found in the International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision (ICD-10 link), and the Study Guide to DSM-5. You may find useful, as a supplement, the sequential presentation of disorders found in Lumen Learning Abnormal Psychology, https://courses.lumenlearning.com/abnormalpsychology/ . Answering the following six items, provide evidence of your logic for each decision. Reinforce responses with scholarly resources and appropriate detailing. Discuss how and why your arrived at conclusions drawn.
Develop your analysis in an organized, well-developed 5 to 7-page paper not including cover and reference page.

Required Items to be Addressed (scored):
Based upon this intake visit, what diagnosis do you think is most appropriate for Bob? Be mindful, this is your first session. Information is limited to the data collected in this first visit. What assessment tools would you want to administer if any?
What are the principal symptoms contributing to the diagnosis proposed? Clearly explain, providing details. What does the criteria in the DSM states and how does this compare to his symptoms? Does this disorder overlap with another or can you rule out other disorders?
Discuss Bob’s strengths. These will facilitate constructive work with him.
Delineate Bob’s opportunities for growth and/or improvement.
Looking to the next visit and beyond, what is your preliminary sketch of the treatment goals you have for Bob? Why do you identify these goals as appropriate for Bob?
What will you explore with Bob in future visits (e.g., interpersonal, aspirations)? Present rational. Why do you want to this information?

Discuss how Social Anxiety Disorder condition is stigmatised, and how this stigma affects individuals.

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Stigma can have a severe impact on people’s lives.

Discuss how Social Anxiety Disorder condition is stigmatised, and how this stigma affects individuals.
For this essay, you should concentrate on using high quality research literature to support your assertions. The quality of evidence you present will contribute to your mark. By high-quality research, we mean scientific journal articles that are published in peer-reviewed journals. For example, this could be experimental research, randomised controlled trials, systematic reviews and meta-analysis. You are expected to engage in independent learning in this module and making time to read studies like those mentioned above will greatly strengthen your understanding of this area. Drawing on this in your assignment will also contribute to a better-quality essay. You will be awarded marks based on your ability to select and integrate different lines of argument and evidence from across the module. Remember that a good essay does more than describe evidence. To demonstrate critical reflection, you should also draw on the strengths and limitations of the evidence you use to make an informed conclusion. Marks will also be awarded for structure, clarity and coherence. As with any work, you should be using regular citations and referencing. You must reference in APA if you are a Psychology student.

Social Anxiety Disorder

Further Guidance for Question
For essay question you are expected to provide an account of how this condition have been conceptualised and treated at different points in history, and how this relates to stigma as well as current research on this condition is viewed differently by the general population. You are then expected to discuss such public stigma for one condition and how stigma affects the individual. There is no set structure, and you are free to organise your essay in a way that suits you best. However, it is recommended that you begin by a brief overview of the condition and stigma. Discuss public stigma and its impact on the individual. You should discuss psychological theories and high-quality research findings when discussing public stigma. You should include how stigma is conceptualised and measured, what research found about the specific stigma towards the condition (Social Anxiety Disorder), and what research found how stigma affects the individual, including consequences of stigma. Your conclusion should summarise your essay and clearly state an overall position on public stigma and its effects for the chosen condition.

2. Rationale for assignment
The assessment will test your ability to: 2.1. Write a high-quality essay. 2.2. Make links across concepts on the course. 2.3. Understand and integrate methods and theory. 2.4. Provide a strong justification for your idea based on research evidence.

Recommended reading:
Author Title Publisher ISBN Davey, G.C. Psychopathology: Research, Assessment and Treatment in Clinical Psychology John Wiley & Sons 1119679184
Carr, A. Clinical Psychology: An Introduction Routledge 0415683971

Referencing:
• Absolutely no SimplyPsychology, VeryWell Mind, MayoClinic references.
•Prioritise clinical trials, randomised controlled trials, experimental studies, systematic reviews and meta-analyses
•Unpublished theses or dissertations can be used but ensure you demonstrate your awareness that they are not ‘high quality’ research.
• Other acceptable sources are books/ trusted websites (e.g. NICE guidelines)
•Avoid unregulated websites (e.g. blogs).

What are some of the most compelling intercultural communication challenges that will have to be managed over the next 50 years? Why? How do you think the United States becoming a “minority majority” nation will influence dominant culture values?

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Cultural and Social

  1. What are some of the most compelling intercultural communication challenges that will have to be managed over the next 50 years? Why?
  2. How do you think the United States becoming a “minority majority” nation will influence dominant culture values?
  3. How can culture influence different perceptions of human rights? What is an example?
  4. What are some generalizations about life in the United States that an international exchange student might draw from watching The Big Bang Theory, Modern Family, or your favorite television show?

 

What is the role of an LMHC or an LPC? What is the protected scope of practice? What are the educational and experience requirements? How does the state define “be of good moral character”?

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Licensure requirements and Professional Organization Response

  • http://www.op.nysed.gov/prof/mhp/mhcbroch.htm

Go to your state’s mental health counseling licensure requirement website. Look through Through your state’s website information research, the state’s definition of Mental Health Counseling, as well as the requirements mandated to become a licensed Mental Health Counselor.

(3 pages)
Answer each of the following questions:
What is the role of an LMHC or an LPC?
What is the protected scope of practice?
What are the educational and experience requirements?
How does the state define “be of good moral character”?
What is the licensing exam that is required and when can you sit for it?
What does the exam entail? You will need to do research on this question.
When should I complete the application for permit/licensure?

Any questions omitted will result in point reduction. be concise yet, thorough in your descriptions of each question. You may use bullet point format if you wish.

From reading more about your personality, did you learn any new traits about yourself? Do you feel the test is pretty accurate?

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Personality Assessment

Reflect & discuss results of your personality assessment and answer the following questions. (150 word min. no max)

  • From reading more about your personality, did you learn any new traits about yourself?
  • Do you feel the test is pretty accurate?
  • If you have taken a personality test previously, did your personality type change?