What does the reduction in apraxia symptoms tell us about hemispheric specialization?

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Assignment 2: LASA 1: Case Studies Presentation

Assignment 2: LASA 1: Case Studies Presentation

By the due date assigned, create a Microsoft PowerPoint presentation to educate a group of medical students participating in their grand rounds. There should be at least ten slides in your Microsoft PowerPoint as well as a title slide and a slide listing all your sources for creating this slideshow. You should also create speaker notes for each slide of your presentation, which include the main talking points for the topic addressed on the slide. Save the presentation as AU_PSY350_M3_A2_LastName_FirstInitial.ppt. Submit your assignment to the Submissions Area.

In order to create your slideshow, review the two case studies and then answer the questions following each case study:

Case Study 1: Isaac is a fifty-nine-year-old man. Several months ago, he noticed a slight tremor in his hands. He assumed this to be a normal consequence of aging. The tremor, however, gradually worsened, along with some muscular stiffness and slowness in initiating movement. The tremor was more pronounced when he was not voluntarily moving. Isaac was referred to a neurologist, who diagnosed him with Parkinson’s disease. After visiting the neurologist, Isaac and his family ask you to further explain this disorder. Isaac also asks about L-dopa as a treatment—the neurologist had mentioned L-dopa as an effective medication but had instead prescribed selegiline:

  • What are the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease?
  • What are the possible causes? Be sure to discuss both hereditary and environmental factors thought to contribute to this disease.
  • What parts of the brain does this disease affect?
  • Why do you think the neurologist prescribed selegiline instead of L-dopa?

Case Study 2: Sabrina is a twenty-seven-year-old woman who recently underwent a corpus callosotomy. Initially after surgery, when given a verbal command, Sabrina demonstrated marked apraxia of the left hand. However, the extent of this issue diminished over time. Answer the following questions about this client:

  • What disorder was most likely being treated by this operation, and how is the surgery performed?
  • In what way is the surgery expected to help Sabrina?
  • What are the risks and benefits of the surgery? Compare these to the risks and benefits of an alternative treatment. If the decision were yours, which would you recommend? Explain your decision.
  • What was the cause of the apraxia?
  • What does the reduction in apraxia symptoms tell us about hemispheric specialization?

Click here to follow tips on creating a Microsoft PowerPoint presentation. For this assignment, you are required to cite, at a minimum, the online course and the textbook for the course. Additional sources are welcome. Scholarly sources are preferred and can be found in the Argosy University online library. For reputable web sources, look for .gov or .edu sites as opposed to .com sites. Do not use Wikipedia.

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What are the strengths and limitations of using quantitative research in your specialization?

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By successfully completing this assessment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and assessment criteria:

Competency 1: Analyze the methodology used in scientific research.

Analyze the sample, the sampling procedures, and the sampling strategies.

Competency 2: Evaluate the characteristics, purposes, benefits, strengths, and weaknesses of research methods.

Evaluate the overall strengths and limitations of quantitative research.

Competency 3: Evaluate ethical issues in research studies.

Describe the ethical procedures used during data collection.

Competency 4: Evaluate data collection and analysis strategies based on the characteristics of the research design.

Describe the data collection procedures and instruments.

Evaluate whether the data collection procedures and instruments are appropriate for quantitative methodology.

Competency 5: Examine the appropriate application of scientific research methodology.

Evaluate whether the sample, the sampling procedures, and the sampling strategies are appropriate for quantitative methodology.

Analyze the internal and external validity of the research study.

Competency 6: Communicate in a manner that is scholarly, professional, and consistent with expectations for members of the identified field of study.

Communicate in a manner that is scholarly, professional, and consistent with expectations for members of the identified field of study.

There are three major types of quantitative research designs: experimental, quasi-experimental, and nonexperimental (sometimes called descriptive or pre-experimental). Nonexperimental research includes descriptive, correlational, and survey research.

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Researchers want to protect their research against any threats to validity and reliability they think their study might be prey to. Research design is one way they do this (Trochim & Donnelly, 2006). In general, you want to use as many strategies to reduce or eliminate threats to validity as you can. Other ways include logical arguments, measuring the threat itself to show it does not invalidate the study, and using statistics to gauge the impact of other variables.

According to Trochim’s (2006) Research Methods Knowledge Base website, settling on your design begins with two simple questions:

Is random assessment used? If you answer “yes” to this question, your design will be a randomized or true experimental design. If you answer “no,” you must ask the second question.

Is there a control group or multiple measures? Answering “yes” to this question means that your design will be a quasi-experimental design. Answering “no” means that you have a nonexperimental design.

Read the Assessment 5 Context [PDF] document for important information on quantitative research.

As you prepare to complete this assessment, you may want to think about other related issues to deepen your understanding or broaden your viewpoint. You are encouraged to consider the questions below and discuss them with a fellow learner, a work associate, an interested friend, or a member of your professional community. Note that these questions are for your own development and exploration and do not need to be completed or submitted as part of your assessment.

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How are qualitative and quantitative methods similar and different?

What are the strengths and limitations of using quantitative research in your specialization?

Preparation

Reread the quantitative research article you chose for Assessment 2; pay special attention to the methods section, which describes how the research was conducted. Make sure you understand the research terminology used in the article. If there are any research terms you do not understand, use resources provided for this assessment to learn about these.

Instructions

In 7–9 pages, write an evaluation in which you complete the following:

Begin your paper with an introduction that explains the purpose of the paper and its contents.

Provide an overview of quantitative methodology, including its philosophical perspectives, goals, and purpose.

Identify which quantitative approach the researchers used and what characteristics of the research demonstrate this approach.

Evaluate the overall strengths and limitations of quantitative research.

Describe and evaluate the sampling procedure, including both strengths and limitations, as well as what ethical considerations were included.

Discuss what you might have done differently in sampling participants for this study, and provide a rationale.

Describe and evaluate the data collection, including both strengths and limitations, as well as what ethical considerations were included.

Discuss what you might have done differently in the data collection, and provide a rationale.

Describe what is meant by internal validity and external validity in quantitative research, and analyze the internal and external validity of this research study.

Evaluate how well the researchers designed this study so that it answered the research question or questions.

End your paper with a summary and conclusion.

Additional Requirements

As much as possible, the assessment should be written in your own words; it may include paraphrased information that is properly cited in the current APA style.

If you need to quote, do so sparingly, and make sure you have cited quoted material according to thecurrent APA style.

Your assessment needs to demonstrate your understanding of the material, not how well you can quote someone else’s work.

Write in a professional tone, without writing errors.

Include a title page and references page, using the current APA style and format.

Write 7–9 pages with 1-inch margins, plus a title page and references page. An abstract is not required.

Include at least 5 current scholarly or professional resources.

Use APA-style headings to organize your paper.

Use Times New Roman font, 12 point.

Double space.

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discuss about psychiatric symptoms and conditions associated with child sexual abuse.

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Assignment 1: Effects of Child Sexual Abuse

Many clients have a hard time disclosing child sexual abuse to their therapists, especially if this is not the original reason bringing them to therapy (such as they came looking for help because they were going through a divorce). Undoubtedly, child sexual abuse has an impact on its victims.

This assignment is aimed at promoting discussion about psychiatric symptoms and conditions associated with child sexual abuse.

Task:

Select a particular symptom or diagnosis and explore its relationship with child sexual abuse. Research this topic on the Internet and post your findings.

Post your responses in a minimum of 300 words.

Do interest rates play a role in your decisions?

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Economic Concepts Worksheet

Economics Concepts

Review your Week 1 Learning Activities, especially Ch. 1 of Focus on Personal Finance, Khan Academy Resources and Video Reflection, and Investopedia Resources located in the “Additional Reading and Video Resources” link on your course page.

Respond to each of the following questions in your own words. Each response should be at least 50 words.

1. A nominal interest rate is defined as “the opportunity cost of holding or using money.” Explain what you understand this definition to mean.

2. When the economy is in a recession, the Federal Reserve usually cuts interest rates. Why would the federal government do this?

3. How does your saving and spending profile change depending on the state of the economy, i.e., whether the economy is in a recession versus expansion? Do interest rates play a role in your decisions? Why or why not?

4. If interest rates are at a level of 1% and expected inflation is 2%, would you prefer saving or spending your money? Justify your answer.

Behavioral Economics Concepts

Review your Week 1 Learning Activities, especially the Investopedia Resources on Behavioral Finance: Anchoring, Mental Accounting, Herd Behavior, and Prospect Theory located in the “Additional Reading and Video Resources” link on your course page.

Choose two of the following concepts discussed in this week’s materials.

· Anchoring

· Mental accounting

· Herd behavior

· Prospect theory

 

Define each in your own words and explain how each could apply to your personal financial and credit decisions. Your entire response should be at least 100 words.

describe a time since starting your doctoral program when you experienced your identity as a doctoral learner.

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The importance of capturing the “lived experience” of a person is the basis of the works of Husserl, Dilthey, Heidegger, Sartre, and Maerlea-Ponty in studying human phenomena which includes concepts of freedom, free-will, death, resilience, grit, and determination. The collection and interpretation of this information is typically done through an interview using basic, open-ended questions to capture the lived experience of the individual. It is important for researchers to have a sense of how qualitative research instruments such as interview questions are felt and interpreted by the interviewee. In this assignment, you will respond to a typical, open-ended, qualitative interview question.

General Requirements:

Use the following information to ensure successful completion of the assignment:

· This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

· Doctoral learners are required to use APA style for their writing assignments. The APA Style Guide is located in the Student Success Center.

Directions:

Write a paper (500-750 words) in which you reflectively respond to the following qualitative interview question as though you were being interviewed:

· The experience of being a doctoral learner is unique to the individual, although it is also a shared experience. In as much detail as possible, describe a time since starting your doctoral program when you experienced your identity as a doctoral learner.

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How does the gene-environment interaction influence personality?

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Write a 1,050- to 1,400-word paper that examines the influences of traits—such as trait theory—and biology—such as temperament—on personality development. Answer the following questions in your paper:

  • How does the gene-environment interaction influence personality?
  • Is culture a factor in personality expression?
  • What do twin studies show us about the inheritability of personality?
  • What characteristics of temperament are stable over time and contribute to our adult personality?
  • Are specific characteristics consistent over situation and over time?

Include an explanation of how the following personality models may be adapted to account for variation in the personal, societal, and cultural factors discussed in your paper:

  • Biological model
  • Five-factor trait theory
  • Temperament model of personality

Format your paper according to APA guidelines.

Click the Assignment Files tab to submit your assignment.

Determine the primary ways in which statistics or authority are  used in your current position in developing persuasive arguments

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Find an online article (news, magazine, journal, etc.) on any subject  that interests you that uses statistics to make its conclusion. Share a  link in this thread.

Now answer these questions about that article:

  • What is the premise and conclusion of the argument based on statistics?
  • Determine whether or not the argument uses any deceptive statistics.
  • Give your opinion on whether or not the argument has persuaded you. Explain why or why not.
  • Determine the primary ways in which statistics or authority are  used in your current position in developing persuasive arguments and  provide examples here.

Explain the connection between each theoretical orientation used by Dr. Remoc and the four interventions utilized

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Week 2 – Assignment

Case Analysis – Integrating Theoretical Orientations

Prior to beginning this assignment, read the PSY650 Week Two Treatment Plan , Case 16: Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder in Gorenstein and Comer (2014), and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorders in Hamblin and Gross (2012).

Assess the evidence-based practices implemented in this case study by addressing the following issues:

  • Explain the connection between each theoretical orientation used by Dr. Remoc and the four interventions utilized in the case.
  • Consider Dr. Remoc’s utilization of two theoretical frameworks to guide her treatment plan.  Assess the efficacy of integrating two orientations based on the information presented in the case study. Describe some potential problems with prescribing medication as the only treatment option for children with ADHD.
  • Identify tasks and positive reinforcements that might be included in Billy’s token economy chart given the behavior issues described in the case. (There are articles in the recommended resources that may assist you in this portion of the assignment.)
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of the four treatment interventions implemented by Dr. Remoc and support your statements with information from the case and two to three peer-reviewed articles from the Ashford University Library.
  • Recommend three additional treatment interventions that would be appropriate in this case. Use information from the Hamblin and Gross “Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorders” chapter to help support your recommendations. Justify your selections with information from the case.

The Case Analysis

  • Must be 4 to 5 double-spaced pages in length (not including title and references pages) and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site..
  • Must include a separate title page with the following:
    • Title of paper
    • Student’s name
    • Course name and number
    • Instructor’s name
    • Date submitted
  • Must use at least two peer-reviewed sources from the Ashford University Library.
  • Must document all sources in APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center. (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.
  • Must include a separate references page that is formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.

Carefully review the Grading Rubric (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. for the criteria that will be used to evaluate your assignment.

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explain how you would like the program or practice to move forward in order to positively change an individual, an organization, or a community.

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Looking Ahead

You began working on your Final Project in Week 2. This week, you finalize and submit your project for grading and feedback. Refer to the Looking Ahead area in Week 2 for the specific project guidelines.

Reminder: Proper formatting and APA citations are required. Refer to the Writing Template for Course Papers for additional guidance.

By Day 7

Submit your Final Project, address the following:

1. Identify a particular program or area of practice that you would like to explore such as one of the following: job training programs for those leaving incarceration, nutrition programs for pregnant teens, special in-school tutoring programs for at-risk youth, and programs designed to help empower communities (reducing crime in communities, limiting the establishment of bars in communities, increasing urban gardening to provide food, etc.). Note: These are just examples and are not intended to limit your options.

2. Identify and analyze three articles from current literature that inform the program or practice area you selected through theory or issue-specific research.

3. Write a 8- to 10- page paper (including title and reference pages) that explains the history of the program or practice area you selected, its current status, and how it is evolving today within a region or country of your choice. Then, describe any policies that govern the program or practice you selected. Finally, explain how you would like the program or practice to move forward in order to positively change an individual, an organization, or a community.

Analyze the case and your agency’s required timeline for diagnosing from an ethical perspective.

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Your initial discussion thread is due on Day 3 (Thursday) and you have until Day 7 (Monday) to respond to your classmates. Your grade will reflect both the quality of your initial post and the depth of your responses. Refer to the Discussion Forum Grading Rubric under the Settings icon above for guidance on how your discussion will be evaluated.

Assessment and Diagnosis “Under the Gun”

Prior to beginning work on this discussion, review Standard 9: Assessment  (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. in the APA’s Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct and DSM-5.

It is recommended that you read Chapters 4, 7, and 10 in the Sommers-Flanagan and Sommers-Flanagan (2015) e-book, Clinical Interviewing, as well as the Kielbasa, Pomerantz, Krohn, and Sullivan (2004) “How Does Clients’ Method of Payment Influence Psychologists’ Diagnostic Decisions?” and the Pomerantz and Segrist (2006) “The Influence of Payment Method on Psychologists’ Diagnostic Decisions Regarding Minimally Impaired Clients” articles for further information about how payment method influences the assessment and diagnosis process.

For this discussion, you will assume the role of a clinical or counseling psychologist and diagnose a hypothetical client.  Begin by reviewing the PSY650 Week Two Case Studies document and select one of the clients to diagnose.

In your initial post, compare the assessments typically used by clinical and counseling psychologists, and explain which assessment techniques (e.g., tests, surveys, interviews, client records, observational data) you might use to aid in your diagnosis of your selected client. Describe any additional information you would need to help formulate your diagnosis, and propose specific questions you might ask the client in order to obtain this information from him or her. Identify which theoretical orientation you would use with this client and explain how this orientation might influence the assessment and/or diagnostic process. Using the DSM-5 manual, propose a diagnosis for the client in the chosen case study.

Analyze the case and your agency’s required timeline for diagnosing from an ethical perspective. Considering the amount of information you currently have for your client, explain whether or not it is ethical to render a diagnosis within the required timeframe. Evaluate the case and describe whether or not it is justifiable in this situation to render a diagnosis in order to obtain a third party payment.

Guided Response: Review several of your colleagues’ posts and respond to at least two of your peers who chose a different case than you by 11:59 p.m. on Day 7 of the week. You are encouraged to post your required replies earlier in the week to promote more meaningful interactive discourse in this discussion.

In your responses, evaluate whether your peer took into account the ethical guidelines outlined in the APA’s Ethical Principles of Psychologist and Code of Conduct when he or she assessed and diagnosed the client. Suggest additional questions your peer might ask the client. Propose an alternative diagnosis that might arise from the additional questions you have suggested.

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