Environmental Psychology


What is Environmental Psychology? Paper Prepare a 700- to 1,050-word paper in which you examine the discipline of environmental psychology. As a part of your examination be sure to address the following items:

? Define the discipline of environmental psychology.
? Compare and contrast at least two major theoretical approaches to environmental psychology.
? Explain the importance of research in the field of environmental psychology.

Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.

Environmental Psychology Article Analysis

Resources: Electronic Reserve Readings (ERR), the University Library, or other resources
Research an article concerning a current event that is impacting the field of environmental psychology.
Prepare a 1,050-word analysis of your selected article in which you address the following items:

? Summarize your article, including a brief description of your selected current event.
? Analyze the influence of your selected current event on the field of environmental psychology. Be sure to provide specific examples in your analysis.

adress environmental stress, change and the impact of environmental situations on peoples well-being, please attach chosen article, maybe something like product reacalls, air pollution etc. impact on parenting....



Cite your article properly.
Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.

Psychology: environmental psychology
Architecture and the Environment Paper Prepare a 1,400-word paper in which you explore human response to physical structure. As a part of your paper be sure to address the following:

? Describe how physical structure affects human behavior.
? Analyze architecture as a means of controlling human behavior.
? Describe the environmental psychological implications of commercial and residential design, including purpose and considerations.
? Analyze the importance of architectural development supporting sustainable development.

Include at least three references from peer-reviewed sources.
Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.
please include a short intro and conclusion

Environmental Psychology Article Analysis

Resources: Electronic Reserve Readings (ERR), the University Library, and other resources
Prepare a 700- to 1,050-word analysis of your selected article in which you address the following items:

o Summarize your article, including a brief description of your selected current event.
o Analyze the influence of your selected current event on the field of environmental psychology. Be sure to provide specific examples in your analysis.

Cite your article properly.
Format your paper according to APA standards.

Environmental PSYCHOLOGY

define the concept of stress- a good overview of what stress is.

this is for a powerpoint presentation,
I needs to chapers aprox 200 words each: one the definition
and 2 the impact of stress: on behavior, psychological and physical...

What is Environmental Psychology? Paper

Prepare a 700- to 1,050-word paper in which you examine the discipline of environmental psychology. As a part of your examination be sure to address the following items:

? Define the discipline of environmental psychology.
? Compare and contrast at least two major theoretical approaches to environmental psychology.
? Explain the importance of research in the field of environmental psychology.

Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.

Follow Rubric to a T!!
All key elements of the assignment are covered in a substantive way.

The content is comprehensive, accurate, and/or persuasive.

The paper develops a central theme or idea, directed toward the appropriate audience.

The paper links theory to relevant examples of current experience and industry practice and uses the vocabulary of the theory correctly.

Major points are stated clearly; are supported by specific details, examples, or analysis; and are organized logically.

The introduction provides sufficient background on the topic and previews major points.

The conclusion is logical, flows from the body of the paper, and reviews the major points.

Readability and Style:

Paragraph transitions are present and logical and maintain the flow throughout the paper.

The tone is appropriate to the content and assignment.

Sentences are complete, clear, and concise.

Sentences are well-constructed, with consistently strong, varied sentences.

Sentence transitions are present and maintain the flow of thought.

The paper, including the title page, reference page, tables, and appendices, follow University of Phoenix incremental formatting guidelines.

Citations of original works within the body of the paper follow University of Phoenix incremental formatting guidelines.

The paper is laid out with effective use of headings, font styles, and white space.

Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed.

Spelling is correct.

I will need this to be in time new roman, font 12, double-spaced, please use the chapter that I have downloaded for you and the following is for citing the chapters (Clayton, S. & Myers, G. (2009). Conservation psychology. Hoboken, NJ: Wiley-Blackwell & use this one Straub, R. O. (2007). Health psychology (2nd ed.). New York: Worth Publishers). Please use the following for citing the chapter and please use at least three references and use other information to. please make sure you cite the information as follows: (author, date, p. number or parag. plus number). I want quotes around the information from the beginning of the cite to the last part of the cite.

Please make sure the transition from first parag. to the next is transitioning well.

What is Environmental Psychology? Paper

Prepare a paper in which you examine the discipline of environmental psychology. As a part of your examination be sure to address the following items:

o Define the discipline of environmental psychology.
o Compare and contrast at least two major theoretical approaches to environmental psychology.
o Explain the importance of research in the field of environmental psychology.

Format your paper according to APA standards

Psychology Thought Paper for College Freshman. Compare and contrast the various personality theories. (Psychodynamic Theory, Freud's Theory of Personality, Humanistic Theory, B.F. Skinner's Theory of Personality, Social Learning Theory, Evolutionary Personality Theory) It has to be double-space, 12 pt font & 3 full pages.

Psychology 335 Abnormal Psychology
Instructions for Midterm Paper


Case Study:

Read the case study of Jake. To find it, go to the publishers website http://bcs.worthpublishers.com/comerfund5e/default.asp?uid=0&rau=0 and click on Web-Based Case Studies -> Chapter 4 -> Obsessive Compulsive Disorder: Jake


Written Assignment

Organization of paper:
1. Title page. Title of paper, your name, class number.
2. Introduction. Begin your paper with a general introduction and brief summary of the most important features of the case.
3. Diagnose the case study. How do we know that Jake has Obsessive Compulsive Disorder? Match his symptoms to the diagnostic criteria and common features of the disorder.
4. Discuss the possible causes. Analyze the most likely causes of Jakes problem using all of the models of abnormality in Chapter 2. Tell which model you think fits his case best and explain why you think so. If you think a model doesnt apply to his case, explain why not. If you feel there isnt enough information in the case study, do the best you can with what you have, and discuss what more you would have liked to know.
5. Recommend a course of treatment.
o Explain what you would recommend for Jake and how it should be implemented. You can choose to use more than one technique, but dont just throw everything in.
o Explain and justify your recommendations. What problems does your plan for treatment address? How will your proposed treatments bring about improvement?
6. Reference page. Include all references used in the paper in a reference section. Remember to use the proper format for internet and other citations.

General issues:
Use APA style for the paper. Remember, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and writing style do count towards your grade! Use complete sentences and well-written paragraphs.
You will need at least 2 references from articles in the Touro databases.


Midterm Paper Grading Rubric
Content
Integration: The paper should have a coherent theme integrating all of the sections.
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Weak integration Adequate integration Effective integration
Description of models: Show that you understand the models of abnormality. This applies to the models view of causes as well as its approach to therapy.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Poor background, context, and idea development Adequate background, context, and idea development Excellent background, context, and idea development
Application: Explain how the models apply to the case. This applies to the section on causes as well as recommendations for therapy.
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Weak insight/analysis Adequate depth of insight/analysis Impressive depth of insight/analysis
Always make sure your facts are correct!
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Many errors or inconsistencies Most information is
correct All information is
correct
Use of sources: Citations are appropriate and fully explained. For your 2+ outside citations, be sure to explain what they are about and how they apply to your paper.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Inadequate use of sources Adequate use of sources Excellent use of sources
Format
Use APA style.
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Poor use of APA style Adequate use of APA style Excellent use of APA style
Organization: Have the required sections and paper organization. Each section provides the information that was requested.
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Poor organization Moderate organization Good organization
Neatness: Proof read your paper!
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Many grammar/spelling mistakes, hard to understand
A few grammar/spelling mistakes, sentences sort of make sense Grammar/spelling correct, sentences make sense
Total: Sum points to get total score out of 120 possible points.




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PSYCHOLOGY ADOLESCENT DEVELOPMENT psych 2233DE

Research Paper You are required to write an 8-10 page paper using APA formatting (12 font, Times New Roman) concerning a problem that is prevalent among todays teenagers. The topics could range from self-esteem issues to teenage alcoholism. Please contact the instructor concerning your topic for approval. The title page, abstract page and bibliography will count for three of those pages. You must have at least 5 pages of content using at least 4 professional research journals in your paper (i.e. Journal of Psychology and Christianity, Journal of Psychology and Theology, Journal of Biblical Counseling, Journal of Experimental Psychology, etc.) and 2 other sources (books, articles, etc.) APA FORMATTING MUST BE FOLLOWED! If a paper is handed in without utilizing this style it will be immediately returned to be corrected and will be counted as late according to the late policies listed below. (200 points total)



BIBLIOGRAPHY PAGE IS NEEDED

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Psychology of Learning
This is a Prior Learning Portfolio, describing experiences in the
classroom
and knowledge gained from teaching in a classroom setting. Statements
should
validate experience and knowledge in each subject area.
Example: As a teacher??..I learned practical applications of?..While
working
as a high school teacher?.. I implemented??Use many action verbs
while
covering content areas as listed below.
My experience: I have ten years experience working as an Earth
Science
teacher for a fully accredited private high school. Additionally, I
worked
as a school administrator for six years. I have vast experience with
learning challenges, including students with emotional/behavioral
challenges
as well as Specific Learning Disorders. I have worked with second
language
development (CLAD/ESOL)

Course Overview: Presents modern theories of behavior, motivation,
and human
development as applied to the classroom. Includes techniques derived
from
these theories.
Understand basic associative processes and how they relate to human
and
animal learning.
Describe classical conditioning and the factors that govern
acquisition and
extinction of the conditioned response.
Discuss major theories of Pavlovian conditioning.
Describe instrumental conditioning and the factors that govern the
acquisition and extinction of responding.
Discuss major theories of instrumental conditioning.
Distinguish between discrimination and generalization and describe
the major
theories of stimulus control.
Outline the determinants of aversive control of behavior, including
punishment and avoidance.
Discuss theoretical constructs, models, and findings in the area of
animal
cognition.
Understand how learning theories and/or empirical findings have been
applied
to practical problems.
5 pages, 4 citations, MLA
Keep the writing at the Freshman-Sophomore level. Use generalizations
describing experience, relative to all first year teachers. Please
cover all
content areas listed above.

Write an essay that addresses the following issues.
Since its beginnings in the late 19th century, psychology has intended to be a branch of science. What does it mean for psychology to be a branch of science? How does a science of
psychology differ from other ways of explaining human and animal experiences and behavior, such as artistic or theological approaches?
How should psychology differ from other branches of science?
What are the assumptions about content that a science of psychology should make and what sort of methodology (or sorts of methodologies) should it employ?
What are the principal issues involved in evaluating a psychological theory? How should the field of psychology decide which theories to take seriously and which ones to abandon?

Make sure that you cite those materials and give credit to those whose work you are presenting. Be organized and thoughtful. Also you need to present you own thought in the essay.

I need a Psychology paper requirements 1. Ontroductory Paragraph : mention thetopics briefly include a thesis statement
One paragraph for ech of the 5 topics. For each topic: A. Be sure to thoroughly explain the topic as if the reader has not read your text or taken introductoru Psychology. the goal is to let someone else who was not taken introductory psycology read your paper and see if they understand the concept as you summarized or described it. Inother words, do not assume when you are writing that I am an expert on the topic and therefore already understand it. B. Explain how and why this topic has had an impact on your life. I want to see you addrss exactly how that concept that you learned inpsychology calss has increased your level of self-understanding, wellbeing, or relationship quality. C Make sure that your papes hassome flow. Include transition sentences between paragraps.

Closing paragraph. Sum it up and close it.

5 topics are:
1 topic: Defining Psychology, Psychology in historical perspective, Contemporary approaches to psychology : bioogical approach, behavioral. pshchodunamic, etc, What psychologist do, The science of psychologiy and health and wellness
2 Topic Psychology's Scientific Method, types of psychological research, research samples and settings, conductin ethical research, thinking critically about psychological research, the scientific method and health and welness
3 Topic Sensation and Perception : How we sense and perceive the world, the visual system, The auditory system, other senses
4 Topic Learning: Types of learning, classical conditioning, operant conditioning,, observational learning, cognitive factor in learning, biological, cultural and psychological factors in learning, learning and health and wwllness
5 Topic Memory, the nature of memory, memory encoding, memoery storage, memory retrieval , forgetting, study tips from the sicence of memory.
Book : The science of psychology by Laura A. King. 2
Lenght : 3-6 pages, spelling and gramma count, no plagiatism
Thanks

Evaluate the historical, philosophical, and empirical foundations of the field of psychology, including the major tenets of PRE-modernism, modernism, and post-modernism and how they have helped shape important contemporary psychological theories and issues.

Incorporate explanations regarding the foundational philosophical assumptions and principles of the different psychological theories. The theories of Gestalt psychology, behaviorism, psychoanalysis and humanistic theory should be addressed.
Analyze the relevance of issues of diversity as they are related to the history of psychology. Particular emphasis should be placed on how diversity issues have been handled historically and how people from diverse backgrounds have struggled in gaining influence in the field of psychology
Illustrate the influence of at least one of the major theories addressed in this course (listed above) in the field of treating sexual offenders

Some things from lecture notes, to give an idea. Wilhelm Wundt. Philosophy and psychology. Cognitive revolution, behaviorist evolution. Skinner - operant conditioning. Freud's theory on anxiety, ego. Science- observation. Bottom up and top down traditions - Kant. Francis Bacon. tabula Rasa. Aristotele. Mechanistic vs Organismic. From theories to hypothesis. Freud anxiety. Behaviorism. Generating hypothesis. Hypothesis testing. Winner theory- more accurate data. Kuhn-"science is a paradox". Scientists are secular. Science comes out of Western traditions. Natural philosophers. Reductionism. Empiricism (maybe).

The Essay question to be answered is:

"Since Its beginnings late in the 19thcentury, psychology has intended to be a branch of the sciences.
What does being a science entail for the field of psychology?
In other words, what must the field of psychology do if it is to be a science?

What are the principal issues involved in evaluating a psychological theory?
How should the field of psychology decide which theories to take seriously and which to abandon?


What should a science of psychology study?
In other words, what issues and content can psychologists investigate that would be both psychological and scientific?

How does a science of psychology differ from other ways of explaining human and animal experiences and behavior, such as artistic or theological approaches?
How should psychology differ from other branches of science? What are the
assumptions about content that a science of psychology should make and what sort of methodology (or methodologies) should it employ?"


Yes, all these questions are considered as one question that must be answered in ONE coherent Essay. Plus, this essay should involve topics that I wrote that were presented in class/lecture notes. But! It must be one's own essay that reflects your own thoughts, external resources are still permitted, but all has to be cited in APA bibliography, since it's a Psychological paper (even in the text, even paraphrasing). Absolutely NO Plagiarism, please!
Also write it good, so the person , who will receive this essay will not have to correct grammar or plagiarism, please be conscious on that, since you are writing this for the person, who has some health problems and needs your full cooperation,on number of pages, info that it's inside, also it has to be strictly on time for this order, since late assignments will give problems to that person. Thank you for your understanding and help.
My email is [email protected] for any questions. Also I hope this will be an exclusive essay, since I am paying for it, so I will not see it later on somewhere online or in class , when the person who is going to submit this essay will see the identical one!

Topic is TRAFFIC

I need you to write two parag's concerning: Explain the relationship between psychology and the preservation of the environment

I will need these two parag's that are double-spaced, times new roman, font 12, Headers at the top left of each parag. in bold not capitalized that identify the parag so you know what is going to be talked about. Transition from each parag. to the next well.

550 words and two parag's. with two references

Despite the unprecedented expansion of imprisonment in the United States during the past two decades, sanctions imposed as conditions of probation and poarole remain the largest component in the U.S. Criminal Justice system. These conditions are usually detertermined to be offender specific and offer courts and corretions pesonnel the widest range of discretion available in the criminal justice system.

For this paper you are to break down the PSYCHOLOGY of criminal behavior.

Consider prior to going into a correctional facility and the train of thought they have after they are released.

Is there any connections between personal background such as age, sex, finances, family, etc. and rates of psychologically or mental illnesses resulting from being incarcerated? Why?

Rates and types of mental and psychological illness resulting from incarceration and what causes them? Include facts and figures.

What is the psyche of offenders who committ crimes as soon as they are released (wanting to go back to jail) versus those who are released and want to seek redemption? Is rehabilitation always an option? Why?

What is remorse and why do some feel criminals have it while others don't? What is the psychology behind this? Why?

Has there been any important laws or decisions made by the high courts in respects to criminals who become mentally or psychologically from being incarcerated? Why?

Is probation always the best answer for those who become mentally scarred from being in a correctional facility? Why?

Compare and contrast all those points from above between a person who is allowed to parole versus those who are on probation.

Include anything else that may be relevant to this topic of psychology and mental illness as a result of incarceration.

Prepare a 700- -word paper in which you examine the foundations of psychology. In the paper be sure to address the following components:

? Identify the major schools of thought in psychology and examine their major underlying assumptions.
? Identify the primary biological foundations of psychology linked to behavior.

Choose one area of Psychology to write about. Your paper should describe/ define your topic of chooce and describe at least two/ three research studies supporting your topic. In describing the studies you should discuss the subjects, setting, behavior, and results if this applies to your topic.

You may also write a psychologist, describe their work, provide information about research and work towards developing a theory. Use APA style Format for citing your references. OWL http:// owl.english.purdue.edue/owl/resource/560/01

References APA Format in the body of the paper and References

Subjects - complete desciption of the subject(s)
Research information- identify the research design(s)utilized in the sturdy . What was the dependente variable?
Summary - description of the results ( to the data) a long with the author

PLEASE DEFINE THE FOLLOWING ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY TERMS BY GIVING THE DEFINTIONS TO EACH OF THE FOLLOWING BELOW:

Chapter 12
Psychosis = loss of contact with reality
Downward drift
Positive vs. negative symptoms
Delusions of persecution
Difference between hallucinations and delusions
Types of schizophrenia (disorganized, catatonic, paranoid, undifferentiated)
Genetics and schizophrenia (first degree relatives of a schizophrenic person more likely than second or third degree relatives to develop schizophrenia)
Stress-vulnerability model
Token economy
Milieu therapy
Chapter 13
Personality
Difference between personality characteristics and personality disorders
Comorbidity
Know the predominant features of each personality disorder (e.g. If you were given a short description of a client, you should be able to select which disorder best describes their set of symptoms)
Know about the link between borderline personality disorder and suicide attempts
Know that group therapy is useful for treatment of avoidant personality disorderwhy?
Patients with which disorder are most likely to seek treatment on their own?
Problems in using the DSM-IV-TR to diagnose personality disorders
Chapter 14
Differences between boys and girls ??" who is more likely to have a diagnosable psychological disorder?
Be able to differentiate between oppositional defiant disorder and conduct disorder
How does ADHD change from child to adulthood? Does it go away? Do symptoms change?
Most effective treatment for ADHD = behavioral treatment and medication
Enuresis
Key features of autism
Echolalia
What treatment is most effective for treating autism?
Fetal alcohol syndrome
Normalization programs for people with mental retardation
Chapter 15
Geropsychology
Dementia is the most feared psychological problem among the elderly
How does drug treatment for depression differ for the elderly?
Substance abuse in the elderly ??" prescription abuse
Normal vs. abnormal changes in memory that occur with aging
Alzheimers disease
o Onset
o Progression
o What causes it?
o How effective is treatment?
o Caretakers of Alzheimers patients
Chapter 16
Forensic psychologists ??" what types of roles do they have?
What must be true before a person may be tried for a crime and potentially found guilty?
Durham test
Mnaghten rule
What is the most common objection to the insanity plea?
Relationship between sexual offenses and mental health disorders
Managed care
Difference between psychologist and psychiatrist
Code of ethics
Confidentiality

Assignment 1
1. Explain how variables such as social interactions, cognitive processes, environmental variables, cultural context, and biological factors shape what social psychology is all about and how it is practiced.
2. Choose one of the "cutting edge" issues discussed in the text, and explain its significance in modern social psychology.


This is Social Psychology and I would like works cited out of the following book: Chapter 1
Insights: pp. 1-53
Insights: Readings in Social Psychology, ed. Marianne Miserandino, comp. W. Renee Walker for Thomas Edison State College (Boston: Pearson Custom Publishing, 2003).
ISBN-10: 0-536-67819-7

ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS IN APPROXIMATELY 250 WORDS EACH, BY GIVING PRACTICAL EXAMPLES WHERE APPLLICABLE

WHAT IS SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY AND WHAT DOES IT AIM TO STUDY?

IN HIGHER-ORDER SPECIES LIKE MAMMALS, ONE FINDS FEWER INSTINCTS, AND GREATER LEARNT BEHAVIOURS, FLEXIBILITY AND ENVIRONMENTAL ADAPTABILITY. HOW DOES LEARNING TAKE PLACE?

DEEFINE STRESS AND HOW CAN SOCIAL SUPPORT EFFECT IT?

HOW DOES THE PSYCHOLOGICAL SELF DEVELOP FROM A SOCAIL PSYCHOLOGY POINT OF VIEW?

WHAT IS THE BYSTANDER EFFECT? GIVE AT LEAST TWO EXAMPLES AND SOME POSSIBLE EXPLANATION FOR THIS PHENOMENON

DEFINE WHAT IS A STEREOTYPE AND THE RELATIVE COMMON PHENOMENON, THE FULFILLING PROPHECY. GIVE TWO EXAMPLES

RELATIONSHIPS SATISFY OUR INHERENT NEEDS TO BELONG AND AFFILIATE WITH OTHERS, BUT WHAT SEEMS TO BRING PEOPLE CLOSER TOGETHER?

Many different processes contribute to the formation and change of attitudes. In principle,
attitude formation and attitude change do not imply different cognitive mechanisms but rest
on the same processes where social influences as opposed to biological influences are
concerned.
(Bohner & W?nke, 2002, p. 85)

a. What is evolutionary psychology? How does it explain mate selection?
(400 words)

b. Using relevant examples, discuss the various ways in which attitudes towards
mate selection may be shaped by social influences.
(700 words)

Prepare a 700- to 1,050-word paper in which you examine the foundations of psychology. In your paper be sure to address the following components:

? Identify the major schools of thought in psychology and examine their major underlying assumptions.

? Identify the primary biological foundations of psychology linked to behavior.



Prepare to discuss this paper in class.

Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.


July 4th, 2011 (Monday)



For each written assignment in this class, I welcome any and all research efforts, though it will be advantageous to start with the given week's assigned chapters. But, as the first written assignment looms, what do I expect? Well, with respect to the first assignment due on 7/4/11; this is what I need;

I have had students in the past discuss both Structuralism and Functionalism, though this is completely optional. I certainly welcome this examination, but I am looking for an understanding of the following in your writing; Psychodynamic (Psychoanalysis), Behaviorist (Behaviorism), Cognitive, & Evolutionary. For the sake of simplicity, please refer to these four perspectives contained within the course textbook, as I am gauging an understanding of these influential specialty areas. Any outside research is welcomed and can enhance your examination of these schools of thought-as you will find that there are many. Now....as you begin to discover the biological foundations, what is it that makes us "tick?"

I would like for you to address the central nervous system in your discussion of the primary biological foundations. The minimum word count is 700 words, so you can include a paragraph that discusses the two major divisions within the nervous system. But, be sure to include an examination of how this communication takes place; this will offer a discussion of the different types of neurons and their functions.

One last thing, as you are in a Bachelor's program; I am very stringent when it comes to APA 6th edition style in writing. All work must adhere to these guidelines; if you are unfamiliar with this style of writing/formatting, please use some spare moments to review vast examples within the University library-the Center for Writing Excellence. It is here you can find sample papers in APA, templates, tutorials, and examples that are necessary for this type of writing. Lastly, as your facilitator I am a resource to utilize as well! I hope this helps, if not please let me know with follow up questions and/or concerns.

Rubric

Content and Organization
65 Percent
All key elements of the assignment are covered in a substantive way.
? Identify the major schools of thought in psychology and examine their major underlying assumptions.

? Identify the primary biological foundations of psychology linked to behavior.
The content is comprehensive, accurate, and/or persuasive.
The paper develops a central theme or idea, directed toward the appropriate audience.
The paper links theory to relevant examples of current experience and industry practice and uses the vocabulary of the theory correctly.
Major points are stated clearly; are supported by specific details, examples, or analysis; and are organized logically.
The introduction provides sufficient background on the topic and previews major points.
The conclusion is logical, flows from the body of the paper, and reviews the major points.
The paper has a word count between 700-1,050 words.
Readability and Style
15 Percent
Paragraph transitions are present and logical and maintain the flow throughout the paper.
The tone is appropriate to the content and assignment.
Sentences are complete, clear, and concise.
Sentences are well-constructed, with consistently strong, varied sentences.
Sentence transitions are present and maintain the flow of thought.
Mechanics
20 Percent
The paper, including the title page, reference page, tables, and appendices, follow APA guidelines for format.
Citations of original works within the body of the paper follow APA guidelines.
The paper is laid out with effective use of headings, font styles, and white space.
Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed.
Spelling is correct.
Total 100
Percent
Points Possible

Individual
Historical Perspectives of Abnormal Psychology Prepare a 700- to 1,050-word paper in which the field of abnormal psychology is examined and address the following items:

?Briefly examine the origins of abnormal psychology. Include challenges to defining and classifying normal and abnormal behavior.

?Provide a brief overview of how abnormal psychology has evolved into a scientific discipline.

?Chapter Two presents information on a number of different theoretical models including: biological, psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, humanistic-existential and family systems/socio-cultural. Provide a brief explanation of how each of these theories has advanced our understanding of psychopathology.