Abnormal Psychology Discussion 1 In Reading #3 (ATTACHED) and the Lecture Notes, you

Abnormal Psychology

Discussion 1

In Reading #3 (ATTACHED) and the Lecture Notes, you learned about the different Theoretical Viewpoints on The Etiology of Mental Illness (e.g., Psychoanalytic, Behavioral, Cognitive, etc.). Which viewpoint do you think best explains the development of mental disorders? In 300-400 words

Introduction to Sociology

Response 1

Please respond to the following prompt in no less than 300-400 words. In your response, you must fully answer all aspects of the question and support your answer with reference to course materials (textbook, supplementary readings, videos, etc).

After reading about the history and development of sociology, 

1. How do you believe sociology fits in with other scientific disciplines? 

2. What makes sociology unique in the world of science and scientific research? 

3. How does it compare to other courses you've taken in disciplines, such as psychology, philosophy, and economics, that also study human life?

Response 2

Please respond to the following prompt in no less than 300-400 words. In your response, you must fully answer all aspects of the question and support your answer with reference to course materials (textbook, supplementary readings, videos, etc.).

Pick one of the sociological theories you've learned about in this unit. 

1. What are its core assumptions about how society and social life work? 

2. What are its strengths? its weaknesses? 

3. What makes it different from other theories you've learned about?

Juvenile Delinquency

Discussion 1

Read the Juvenile Population Characteristic’s sections.

View the Website https://www.ojjdp.gov/ojstatbb/population/overview.html (Links to an external site.) National Center for Juvenile Justice (n.d.) Juvenile Population overview and read through the Juvenile Population Characteristic’s sections.

In 3-4 paragraphs, 

1. Define juvenile delinquency. 

2. What is the nature of juvenile proceedings? 

3. Do you believe these proceedings are fair?

Discussion 2

In 3-4 paragraphs, explain the arrest and questioning procedures in regard to juveniles. 

· Should juveniles be treated differently in these types of situations? Cite sources