Clinical Case Study (2-3-page APA formatted paper – page count does NOT include a title page and references. You are NOT required to include an abstract. You are required to include a running head and pagination)
You are to create a case study which examines a mental disorder we study this term. In the case study you will:
Describe a fictional mental health therapy client whom you feel meets DSM criteria for at least one of the mental illness covered in our textbooks and course materials.
Outline and explain the symptoms related to the disorder
Discuss the background story for your imaginary client
Recommend treatment options based on what you learn throughout the term.
Support your points with at least two peer-reviewed journal articles. You will be required to use APA formatting for your paper. You are NOT required to include an abstract. You are required to include a running head and pagination.
Individual Project 2: Clinical Case Study
Criteria Ratings Pts
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Content
Student demonstrates an understanding of the subject matter by clearly stating the objective of the paper and links diagnostic criteria to selected fictional character. The project contains relevant material that is correctly referenced, and this material fulfills the objective of the assignment.
The project must include the following:
• Clear description of fictional mental health therapy client.
• A client description that meets at least 1 DSM diagnosis discussed in our course
• An outline and explanation of how symptoms presented in client’s case are related to disorder
• Discussion of client’s background
• Images to support points.
• Treatment recommendation options based on approaches discussed in our course
• Evaluation of cultural influences on personality development of celebrity.
• A minimum of two (2) educational/peer reviewed sources from the library. These should be journal articles from psychology journals related to course topics. DSM may be used but will not count toward required number of sources.
40 pts
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Organization
The writer focuses on ideas and concepts within paragraphs, and sentences are well-connected and meaningful. Each topic logically follows the objective. The introduction clearly states the objective or ideas leading to the purpose of the paper, and a conclusion draws the ideas together.
30 pts
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Format
The paper is correctly formatted to APA style (e.g., margins, spacing pagination, headings, headers, citations, references, according to the APA Manual). Note: An abstract is not required. You are required to include a running head, pagination, citations, and a references page. Title page and references do NOT count towards required number of pages for paper.
5 pts
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Grammar, Punctuation, and Spelling
The writer demonstrates correct usage of formal English language in sentence construction. Variation in sentence structure and word usage promotes readability. There are no spelling, punctuation, or word usage errors.
10 pts
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Readability and Style
The reading audience is correctly identified, demonstrated by appropriate language usage (i.e., avoiding jargon and simplifying complex concepts appropriately). Writing is concise, in active voice, and avoids awkward transitions and overuse of conjunctions.
15 pts
Total Points: 100
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