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Preparation
To begin this assessment, select one theory from the biological or psychological perspective.
Examples of biological viewpoints are:
Neurotransmitter or hormone imbalance.
Genetic vulnerabilities.
Examples of psychological viewpoints include:
Psychoanalytic theory.
Ego psychology.
Object-relations theory.
Classical conditioning.
Instrumental conditioning.
Humanistic perspective.
Existential perspective.
Cognitive-behavioral perspective.
Then select one abnormal behavior.
Examples of abnormal behavior:
Excessive handwashing.
Intentionally cutting oneself.
Self-induced vomiting after eating.
Eating non-edible material (pica).
Locate one peer-reviewed journal article on the behavior.
Use PsycTESTS database in the Capella University Library to choose a measure/test for your abnormal behavior.
Use the Database Guide: PsycTESTS to help you get started.
Instructions
In your paper, complete the following:
Introduction: Abnormal behavior.
Describe the abnormal behavior.
Use evidence from a peer-reviewed research article to support your description or add additional details or examples.
Theory.
Describe your theory, including details required to understand the abnormal behavior you’ve chosen.
Use your theory to describe the cause of your selected abnormal behavior.
Note at least one weakness about your theory or how it explains this behavior.
Measures.
Describe the measure you chose.
Describe the ethical considerations of choosing a psychological measure/test.
Use the information on validity and reliability to support your choice of this measure.
Conclusion.
Summarize your main point and include concluding thoughts.
Be sure to write your paper in APA format, cite all references in APA style, and include a reference list. Use the APA Style Paper Template [DOCX] Download APA Style Paper Template [DOCX]to format your paper in APA style.
Review the assessment scoring guide before submission to ensure you meet all criteria.
Additional Requirements
Your assessment should also meet the following requirements:
Title page: Include your name, course, date, and instructor.
References: The course text and at least two peer-reviewed journal articles (one on your chosen behavior and one on your chosen assessment measure). Use additional references as needed to support your assertions.
Written communication: Written communication is free from errors that detract from the overall message.
APA formatting: Citations and references are formatted according to current APA style and formatting.
Refer to Academic Writer for guidance in using proper APA style. See the Evidence and APA section of the Writing Center for instructions on accessing and using Academic Writer.
Length of paper: 3–5 typed, double-spaced pages.
Font and font size: Times New Roman, 12 point.
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