Analyze how validity in psychometrics is different from a validity scale in a test of personality

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For this discussion:

  • Analyze how validity in psychometrics is different from a validity scale in a test of personality. Describe this difference in terms of their definitions. Provide at least two examples of validity scales.
  • Integrate and cite the AERA standards from Chapter 10, “Psychological Testing and Assessment,” of your Standards for Educational and Psychological Testing text that directly address validity scales. Provide your interpretation of the standards and the use of validity scales. Do the standards permit, reject, or provide guidance on integrating such scales in a report? In your own words, state how one should, or should not, proceed with validity scales.
  • Cite at least one advantage and one disadvantage regarding the use of validity scales. The test authors provide several pros and cons of using validity scales in personality assessment. Based on your readings, including preparation for this discussion, what is your position on this issue; that is, using and interpreting validity scales on a measure of personality?
  • Integrate and cite the AERA standards from Chapter 10, “Psychological Testing and Assessment,” of your Standards for Educational and Psychological Testing text that directly address validity scales. Provide your interpretation of the standards and the use of validity scales. Do the standards permit, reject, or provide guidance on integrating such scales in a report? In your own words, state how one should, or should not, proceed with validity scales

Discuss Erikson’s reasoning for moving beyond Freud’s originology

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Tonic Paper

Discuss Erikson’s reasoning for moving beyond Freud’s originology (explaining development in terms of origins) in order to formulate an epigenetic approach in which each new stage of development incorporates – in expanded and enriched forums – all the previous stages.

Discuss the strengths and limitations of this approach of the social self in a cultural context. Submit a 4-5 page paper (excluding the cover sheet and reference page) which includes a detailed discussion of the topic, and its relevance to you in the field.

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Grading Criteria

Content CriteriaTotal: 4

Content must include an analysis and explanation of Erikson’s reasoning for moving beyond Freud’s originology (explaining development in terms of origins) in order to formulate an epigenetic approach in which each new stage of development incorporates – in expanded and enriched forums – all the previous stages.

An additional analysis of the strengths and limitations of the social self in a cultural context should also be included.

Paper must be 4-5 pages (excluding the cover sheet and reference page)

Writing and Organization CriteriaTotal: 1

Writing style is clear and concise.

Tone is academic and appropriate for the content and assignment.

Thesis statement is clearly articulated.

Structure is logical, including an introduction, body, and conclusion.

Flow is maintained by effective transitions.

Rules of grammar, punctuation, and spelling are followed.

Adherence to APA formatting requirements is evident.

Research CriteriaTotal: 1

Sources are credible (preferably peer-reviewed), varied, relevant, and current (published within past five years); use of seminal work (e.g. Freud) is encouraged.

Sources inform analysis, evaluation, problem-solving and decision-making.

Includes required number of professional/scholarly sources.

Addresses ethical considerations in research when appropriate.

Style CriteriaTotal: 1

The paper is in the appropriate APA format used by the institution/program (e.g. the 6th edition).

The paper is double-spaced and in the appropriate length required by the assignment

The paper includes an APA style cover page.

The paper includes an Abstract that is formatted to support the appropriate version of APA Publication Manual (e.g. 6th edition).

The paper properly uses headings, font styles, and white space as outlined in the appropriate version of APA Publication Manual (e.g. 6th edition).

The paper includes an introductory paragraph with a succinct thesis statement.

The paper addresses the topic of the paper with critical thought.

The paper concludes with a restatement of the thesis and a conclusion paragraph.

Citations of original works within the body of the paper follow the appropriate version of APA Publication Manual (e.g. 6th edition) guidelines.

The paper includes a References Page that is completed according to the appropriate version of APA Publication Manual (e.g. 6th edition).

Total Possible PointsTotal: 7

 

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Resources

Required Resources

Lecci, L.B. & Magnavita, J.J. (2013). Personality Theories: A Scientific Approach. San Diego: Bridgepoint Education, Inc.

  • Chapter 1: The Science of Personality

Lombardo, G.P, & Foschi, R. (2003).  The concept of personality in 19th-century French and 20th-century American psychology. History of Psychology 6(2), 123-142.

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Resources

Required Resources

Lecci, L.B. & Magnavita, J.J. (2013). Personality Theories: A Scientific Approach. San Diego: Bridgepoint Education, Inc.

  • Chapter 3: Contemporary Psychodynamic Models of Personality
  • Chapter 7: Interpersonal Models of Personality
  • Chapter 9: Self-Psychology: Humanistic/Existential Models of Personality

Fromm, E. (1957). The Authoritarian Personality. Deutsche Universitätszeitung, Band 12 (pp. 3-4) retrieved from http://www.marxists.org/archive/fromm/works/1957/authoritarian.htm (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.

Erikson, 1968 The Life Cycle: Epigenesis of Identity retrieved from http://www.scribd.com/doc/20785898/The-Life-Cycle-Epigenesis-of-Identity (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.

Waugaman, Richard M. Psychiatry: Interpersonal & Biological Processes. Spring2012, Vol. 75 Issue 1, p26-31. 6p. DOI: 10.1521/psyc.2012.75.1.26. , Database: Academic Search Premier on ehost.

Zepf, S. (2010) The psychoanalytic process and Freud’s concepts of transference and transference neurosis. Psychoanalytic Psychology 27(1), 55-73. (EBSCOhost PsycArticles AN: 2010-02548-006).

Transactional Analysis 1: ego states & basic transactions – YouTube clip http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nKNyFSLJy6o (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.

Erich Fromm Interview Excerpt– YouTube clip https://youtu.be/OTu0qJG0NfU (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.

Eric Berne and Transactional Analysis http://www.ericberne.com/transactional-analysis/ (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.

Summarize       the concept of selective attention and explain how you have seen this       concept in your own life

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How will you use what you have learned about the psychology of success to accomplish the three goals you set in Assignment 1? Chapters 4-9 of the Webtext present information on the psychological concepts of selective attention, spaced repetition, habit formation, mindset, and grit. For Assignment 2, you will summarize each concept and explain how you have experienced each of these working in your life. In addition, you will choose one principle of success for each concept, and explain how you plan to apply that principle to meeting the personal or career goals you set for yourself in Assignment 1.
Assignment 2 should be five to seven (5-7) pages in length and should include the following:

  1. Selective      Attention
    1. Summarize       the concept of selective attention and explain how you have seen this       concept in your own life in one paragraph of three to five (3-5) sentences
    2. Choose       a principle of success related to selective attention and explain how you       plan to put this principle into action to accomplish one of the goals you       set in Assignment 1 in one paragraph of three to five (3-5) sentences
  2. Spaced      Repetition (or The Spacing Effect).
    1. Summarize       the concept of spaced repetition and explain how you have seen this       concept in your own life in one paragraph of three to five (3-5) sentences
    2. Choose       a principle of success related to spaced repetition and explain how you       plan to put this principle into action to accomplish on of the goals you       set in Assignment 1 in one paragraph of three to five (3-5) sentences
  3. Habit      Formation
    1. Summarize       the concept of habit formation and explain how you have seen this concept       in your own life in one paragraph of three to five (3-5) sentences
    2. Choose       a principle of success related to habit formation and explain how you       plan to put this principle into action to accomplish on of the goals you       set in Assignment 1 in one paragraph of three to five (3-5) sentences
  4. Mindset
    1. Summarize       the concept of mindset and explain how you have seen this concept in your       own life in one paragraph of three to five (3-5) sentences
    2. Choose       a principle of success related to mindset and explain how you plan to put       this principle into action to accomplish on of the goals you set in       Assignment 1 in one paragraph of three to five (3-5) sentences
  5. Grit
    1. Summarize       the concept of grit and explain how you have seen this concept in your       own life in one paragraph of three to five (3-5) sentences
    2. Choose       a principle of success related to grit and explain how you plan to put       this principle into action to accomplish on of the goals you set in       Assignment 1 in one paragraph of three to five (3-5) sentences
  6. Format      your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
    1. Typed,       double-spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch       margins on all sides.
    2. Include       a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student’s name,       the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is       not included in the required page length. [Use writing templates in the       Webtext to make your cover page according to APA style guidelines.]
    3. Include       a reference page. Citations and references must follow APA format. The       reference page is not included in the required page length. [Use writing       templates in the Webtext to make your in-text citations and automatically       create your reference page according to APA style guidelines.]

How do you know when you are stressed and need to practice extra self-care?

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COUN 6100: Introduction to Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Self-Care Plan

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This is your Self-Care Plan. There are no right or wrong answers. There is no “perfect” way to complete it—you can do so with words, pictures, links, or other creative ways. Be authentic and identify what is right for you at this time. Remember that you can always change your mind and adjust your plan! This document is evolving and flexible, a place to start. This is your contract with yourself to prioritize your health and well-being throughout your graduate school journey. Welcome!

How do you know when you are stressed and need to practice extra self-care? What are the signs?

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Take some time to think about your current self-care. What do you currently do?

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Body

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Spirit

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Identify new, quick, and easy practices that you could consider trying for each area (examples are given below; you can use these examples if you wish, but come up with your own as well!)

Mind

(e.g., watching a comedy on TV or reading a book)

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Body

(e.g., going for a short walk or dancing in the living room)

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(e.g., game night with your kids or calling a friend)

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Spirit

(e.g., closing your eyes for 2 minutes and breathing deeply, or listening to your favorite music)

New Practices:

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Identify three people you can call or visit to talk about your thoughts and feelings:

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Identify three affirmative statements, inspirational quotes, images, or links to videos that remind you of your strengths: (e.g., “I know I am strong enough to accomplish this goal,” or listing your strengths from your VIA Survey of Character Strengths)

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Emergency Self-Care Contract

If I notice any of the following signs or symptoms of stress, I commit to find time to take my own good advice. I will avoid doing the following:

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Instead, I commit to taking care of myself and nurturing my well-being by engaging in the following activities, behaviors, or actions, keeping in mind that my mind, body, socio-cultural self, and spirit all need to be cared for (list at least three, but feel free to list as many as you like):

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I will contact one of the following people to talk to them about my feelings and thoughts:

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I will review the following to remind me of my strengths:

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If appropriate, I will reach out to one of the following available Walden resources if I find I am struggling in school because I am overwhelmed:

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Explain the theory or social influence that best captures your current beliefs about women and health

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Assignment: Theories and Social Influences in Women’s Health

This week you considered some of the biological and social differences between females and males, as well as the need for a gender specific course in the subject. Whether or not you think it is necessary or appropriate to have a separate course in women and health, it is important to be aware that there are issues, social influences, and theories specific to women’s health.

For this Assignment, you explore some of the theories and social influences related to women’s health and some of your own interests in the area. Select two issues in women’s health in which you are interested and consider how they are conceptualized in the theory or social influence that most resonates with you.

The Assignment (2–3 pages)

· Explain the theory or social influence that best captures your current beliefs about women and health.

· Describe two issues in women’s health in which you are interested and explain how they are conceptualized in the theory or social influence you chose.

Support your Assignment with specific references to all resources used in its preparation. You are to provide a reference list for all resources, including those in the Learning Resources for this course.

Evaluate three peer-reviewed research studies using the Research Analysis.

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Select one of the mood disorders–major depressive disorder, dysthymic disorder, double depression, cyclothymic disorder, or bipolar disorder–from the Film List.

Use the Research Analysis to complete this assignment.

Prepare a 1,050- to 1,400-word paper that discusses research-based interventions to treat psychopathology.

Review and differentiate the characteristics of the selected disorder and discuss the research about intervention strategies for the disorder by completing the following:

  • Evaluate three peer-reviewed research studies using the Research Analysis.
  • Conceptualize the disorder using the using one of the psychological perspectives listed in the text.
  • Discuss the treatments or interventions that have been shown to be the most effective for your selected disorder. Why?

Cite at least five peer-reviewed sources.

Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.

Click the Assignment Files tab to submit your assignment.

Select one of the mood disorders–major depressive disorder, dysthymic disorder, double depression, cyclothymic disorder, or bipolar disorder–from the Film List.

Use the Research Analysis to complete this assignment.

Prepare a 1,050- to 1,400-word paper that discusses research-based interventions to treat psychopathology.

Review and differentiate the characteristics of the selected disorder and discuss the research about intervention strategies for the disorder by completing the following:

  • Evaluate three peer-reviewed research studies using the Research Analysis.
  • Conceptualize the disorder using the using one of the psychological perspectives listed in the text.
  • Discuss the treatments or interventions that have been shown to be the most effective for your selected disorder. Why?

Cite at least five peer-reviewed sources.

Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.

 

What are two ways in which the experiment could be modified to make the results more generalizable?

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Assignment 3: The Mozart Effect

In this assignment, you will read an article about the Mozart effect and identify various parts of the research process. This exercise will help you learn how to read a research article and to understand the research process.

Read the following article:

· Rauscher, F. H., Shaw, G. L., & Ky, K. N. (1993). Music and spatial task performance. Nature, 365. 6447: 611. (October 14, 1993). (ProQuest Document ID 76004658).

In your article summary, respond to the following questions:.

· State the research hypothesis in your own words. Identify the independent and dependent variables.

· What were some variables the researchers controlled in their study? Why was this necessary?

· What evidence do the researchers offer as a test of their hypothesis? Is this evidence empirical (observable)? Is it valid?

· What explanation do the researchers offer for their findings? Does the evidence justify this explanation?

Read the following article:

Jenkins, J.S. (2001). The Mozart effect. Journal of the Royal Society of Medicine, 94, 170-172.

Based on your readings, respond to the following:

· Do you think there is any merit in the study (Rauscher, Shaw, & Ky, 1993)? Give three reasons for your position.

· Does the study take individual differences in spatial ability into account? Explain your answer.

· What are two ways in which the experiment could be modified to make the results more generalizable?

Write a 5–6-page paper in Word format. Apply APA standards to citation of sources. Use the following file naming convention: LastnameFirstInitial_M1_A3.doc.

What are some of the societal and historical forces which might have created this situation or dilemma?

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Let’s start thinking about your Week 6 final paper – Cultural Perspectives. For that paper, you will choose one particular diversity-related issue to explore in depth. For this written assignment, think of possible diversity-related issues that could be used for your Final Paper.

Instructions:

First, identify three different types of diversity situations or cultural dilemmas based on different types of cultural and group associations. These diversity situations or dilemmas are your topics.

The following are guidelines for choosing your three separate diversity-related issues:

  • Select topics that are reflective of diversity issues as we have been discussing in this course.
  • The situations or dilemmas should demonstrate a cultural clash between at least two socio-cultural groups and have the potential for debate.

This video provides a tour of the University of the Rockies Library.

  • Select topics that are current and possibly in the news.
  • Select topics that can be researched to find out about them more in-depth.

Second, in addition to readings, media, website resources, and personal experiences, use ProQuest and EBSCOhost to find THREEappropriate scholarly articles to support your topics. Review the Library Tour video as well as the vidoes for searching EBSCOhost and Proquest to get started. At least one article should come from ProQuest, and one article should come from EBSCOhost.

  • Searching Techniques: EBSCOhost (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.
  • Searching Techniques: Proquest (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.

Third, write a 660-1320 word paper (not including title page) that briefly discusses the following for each of your selected topics:

  • Describe the diversity situation or cultural dilemma and your interest in this topic.
  • Describe the cultural groups impacted by this topic.
  • What are some of the societal and historical forces which might have created this situation or dilemma?
  • Provide one argument from each perspective regarding the topic.

Remember to cite the articles you found using ProQuest and EBSCOhost (use this APA formatted template (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. for assistance).

Point Value: 8 Points
Weekly Learning Outcome Alignment: 1, 2
Course Learning Outcome Alignment: 3, 4, 6

Differentiate Adjustment Disorder from the residual Other Specified or Unspecified Disorders

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Unit 2 – Discussion 1 & 2? $30.00 Due (Monday) 7/16/2018.

Unit 2 Study 3

Forming a Differential Diagnosis

Counselors of children and adolescents typically receive informal information about their client before the first meeting. Someone has become concerned enough about the young person to suggest counseling. Counselors use this background information to develop questions for themselves that they try to answer in their first interview with a child. The answers lead the counselor through a process called differential diagnosis, whereby various plausible alternatives are ruled out to form an initial diagnosis. The initial diagnosis is the basis for the initial treatment plan. The initial diagnosis and treatment plan may be changed later as more facts come to light, but they are very important because they offer a counselor a place to start. Your task for this assignment is to develop a differential diagnosis.

Choose either the case of Luis, the child, or the case of Crystal, the teen. Decide upon your diagnosis by working through these six specific steps, as described in the DSM-5 Handbook of Differential Diagnosis, linked in Resources (see pages 1–16).

1. Rule out malingering and factitious disorder. (Are the symptoms genuine?)

2. Rule out substance etiology. (Are the symptoms a result of the consumption of drugs or alcohol?)

3. Rule out an etiological medical condition. (Is there a medical condition that explains the symptoms?)

4. Determine the specific primary disorder(s). (What appears to be the most accurate initial diagnosis?)

5. Differentiate Adjustment Disorder from the residual Other Specified or Unspecified Disorders. (Have the symptoms developed into a sufficiently maladaptive response meriting a primary disorder, or are they better described with one of these other diagnoses?)

6. Establish the boundary with “no mental disorder.” (Is a primary diagnosis merited due to “clinically significant” symptoms, or are the concerns better described as “Other Conditions that May Be a Focus of Clinical Attention“? Not all counseling involves treating a mental disorder.)

hat are some of the chronic and acute physiological effects of alcohol use? 

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5-1. What are some of the chronic and acute physiological effects of alcohol use?

This discussion question meets the following NASAC Standards:

3) Describe the behavioral, psychological, physical health, and social effects of psychoactive drugs, including alcohol and tobacco, on the consumer and significant others.

14) Be familiar with medical and pharmaceutical resources in the treatment of addictive disease and other substance-related disorders.

26) Screen for alcohol and other drug toxicity, withdrawal symptoms, aggression or danger to others, and potential for self-inflicted harm or suicide.

103) Describe warning signs, symptoms, and the course of addictions.

5-2. According to the latest version of the DSM, what are the signs and symptoms of alcohol use disorder?

This discussion question meets the following NASAC Standards:

3) Describe the behavioral, psychological, physical health, and social effects of psychoactive drugs, including alcohol and tobacco, on the consumer and significant others.

9) Understand the established diagnostic criteria for substance dependence and abuse, and describe treatment modalities and placement criteria within the continuum of care.

14) Be familiar with medical and pharmaceutical resources in the treatment of addictive disease and other substance-related disorders.

103) Describe warning signs, symptoms, and the course of addictions.

6-1. Describe the medical and spiritual uses of hallucinogens both currently and in the past.

This discussion question meets the following CACREP Standard:

5.C.2.h. Classifications, indications, and contraindications of commonly prescribed psychopharmacological medications for appropriate medical referral and consultation.

This discussion question meets the following NASAC Standards:

3) Describe the behavioral, psychological, physical health, and social effects of psychoactive drugs, including alcohol and tobacco, on the consumer and significant others.

14) Be familiar with medical and pharmaceutical resources in the treatment of addictive disease and other substance-related disorders.

103) Describe warning signs, symptoms, and the course of addictions.

6-2. Consider the physiological effects of the so-called “designer” drugs. What are the dangers of these drugs?

This discussion question meets the following NASAC Standards:

3) Describe the behavioral, psychological, physical health, and social effects of psychoactive drugs, including alcohol and tobacco, on the consumer and significant others.

14) Be familiar with medical and pharmaceutical resources in the treatment of addictive disease and other substance-related disorders.

103) Describe warning signs, symptoms, and the course of addictions.

7-1. Describe the potential risks of the following:

A. Over-the-counter drugs

B. Dietary supplements

This discussion question meets the following NASAC Standards:

3) Describe the behavioral, psychological, physical health, and social effects of psychoactive drugs, including alcohol and tobacco, on the consumer and significant others.

4) Recognize the potential for substance use disorders to mimic a variety of medical and psychological disorders, and the potential for medical and psychological disorders to co-exist with addiction and substance abuse.

14) Be familiar with medical and pharmaceutical resources in the treatment of addictive disease and other substance-related disorders.

103) Describe warning signs, symptoms, and the course of addictions.

7-2. What are some of the reasons why people use performance-enhancing drugs? Do you think that people can become dependent on performance-enhancing drugs?

This discussion question meets the following NASAC Standards:

3) Describe the behavioral, psychological, physical health, and social effects of psychoactive drugs, including alcohol and tobacco, on the consumer and significant others.

14) Be familiar with medical and pharmaceutical resources in the treatment of addictive disease and other substance-related disorders.

26) Screen for alcohol and other drug toxicity, withdrawal symptoms, aggression or danger to others, and potential for self-inflicted harm or suicide.

103) Describe warning signs, symptoms, and the course of addictions.

8-1. How would you explain the challenges regarding which disorder came first, the mental illness or the addiction? Provide an example to support your explanation.

This discussion question meets the following CACREP Standards:

5.C.2.e. Potential for substance use disorders to mimic and/or co-occur with a variety of neurological, medical, and psychological disorders.

5.C.2.g. Impact of biological and neurological mechanisms on mental health.

This discussion question meets the following NASAC Standards:

3) Describe the behavioral, psychological, physical health, and social effects of psychoactive drugs, including alcohol and tobacco, on the consumer and significant others.

14) Be familiar with medical and pharmaceutical resources in the treatment of addictive disease and other substance-related disorders.

103) Describe warning signs, symptoms, and the course of addictions.

8-2. How would you incorporate psychopharmacological treatment when working with a client suffering from anxiety and addiction? What types of medication would you expect the client to be prescribed? What medications should not be prescribed?

This discussion question meets the following CACREP Standard: 5.C.2.h. Classifications, indications, and contraindications of commonly prescribed psychopharmacological medications for appropriate medical referral and consultation.

This discussion question meets the following NASAC Standards:

3) Describe the behavioral, psychological, physical health, and social effects of psychoactive drugs, including alcohol and tobacco, on the consumer and significant others.

4) Recognize the potential for substance use disorders to mimic a variety of medical and psychological disorders, and the potential for medical and psychological disorders to co-exist with addiction and substance abuse.

14) Be familiar with medical and pharmaceutical resources in the treatment of addictive disease and other substance-related disorders.

103) Describe warning signs, symptoms, and the course of addictions.

Each Question must be answered with 150-200 words with a cite in each one.

Example:

Question: how are you today

Answer: I am doing well “Sun is out bright” (2009)

Question: Where are you going today?

Answer: To the lake and “the sun was to bright” (2009)

Reference at the bottom on the pages