Module 2 Discussion This week, we further examined how to read scientific articles. In addition, you should have a solid understanding of what constitutes experimental control (clearly established variables and a solid research question). Read the article from Leaf et al. Actions and identify the following: What is the purpose of the study? What […]

   This week we will study Erikson’s Psychosocial Development and the importance and value of assessing a client from a micro, meso, and macro level.  Within these levels of practice, a client's developmental stage is another important factor. For this discussion, watch the interview of entertainer Rihanna. Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Np-6hMO6Ee4 Apply the ecosystems theory and […]

Overview The first step in completing your FBA is to identify and prioritize the target behaviors to address. In doing so, you should incorporate values of compassion and cultural humility when conducting an FBA. You can refer to the Capella Compassion Code [DOCX] for more information. Complete the following in a Word document: Part 1: […]

INTELLIGENCE On March 12, 2009, a former chief of the New York Stock Exchange pled guilty to one of the largest financial frauds in history. Bernie Madoff, founder of his own financial firm and active philanthropist, had been swindling thousands of private investors—many of whom were close friends—out of billions of dollars. Madoff had achieved […]

How do psychiatric drugs mimic the effects of neurotransmitters in order to treat psychological disorders? How can the “fight-flight-freeze” response be helpful to humans in emergency situations? When may the "fight-flight-freeze" response be harmful, or non-beneficial?  The amygdala and hippocampus are located in close physical proximity to one another in the brain. What significance or […]

   For the article review, select your own peer-reviewed, scholarly article related to a social need/social justice issue related to individuals, families, communities, groups or organizations with an evidence-based solution. Analyze the article using the attached Article Review Worksheet and answer the questions in paragraph format.  Type directly into the worksheet.   For Article students […]

Read the following short article.  https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2015/04/150413214343.htm Then watch this video  In at least 2 paragraphs, respond to the following: 1. Define synesthesia (in your own words) 2. Have you ever had a synesthetic experience? If so, describe what it was like.  3. How can understanding synesthesia give us a greater understanding of the brain in […]

In short answer format, respond to the following: – Define and identify the difference between sensation and perception – Is it possible sense but not perceive? If so, give an example. Is it possible to perceive without sensing? If so, give an example. – Describe one example in your life where you use top-down processing and […]

All responses must be supported by your textbook and cited correctly. Strongly encouraged is the use of outside text or resources that compliment what we are evaluating. https://genius.com/Wislawa-szymborska-the-onion-annotatedLinks to an external site.  Above is the link to Wislawa's Szymborska's poem,  The Onion. What is the relationship between the onion and the self? According to the […]

the clinician is the primary audience for the written treatment plan. In most cases, the clinician who develops the treatment plan for a patient will also be the clinician who assumes primary responsibility for that patient. In essence, it is important for the substance abuse counselor to develop foundational clinical skills that support client goals towards […]