Global Applications in Psychopathology

Option 1: Culture in Psychopathology Consider different societal/cultural factors which can influence abnormal psychology or behaviors. Select themes present in the topics we have discussed this term and discuss how they might be considered in different ways when you bring in cultural and societal factors to the mix of topics. This can include gender identity, sexual orientation, and racial/ethnic identity which are all different layers of individual identity and cultural presentation. It is encouraged that you select specific themes and cultures from across the globe to best address each of these points. Your paper must be at least 2-3 pages in length and formatted according to APA guidelines. Page count does not include a title page or references page. You are not required to include an abstract. You are required to include pagination, headings, CITATIONS, and a running head. RUBRIC FOR PAPER Content Student demonstrates an understanding of the subject matter by clearly stating the objective of the paper and links key diagnostic concepts with global factors in psychopathology – see assignment description. The project contains relevant material that is correctly referenced, and this material fulfills the objective of the assignment. The project must include the following: • See specific option instructions for objectives to be met • A minimum of two (2) educational/peer reviewed sources from the library. These should be journal articles from psychology journals related to course topics. DSM may be used but will not count toward required number of sources. 40.0 pts Organization The writer focuses on ideas and concepts within paragraphs, and sentences are well-connected and meaningful. Each topic logically follows the objective. The introduction clearly states the objective or ideas leading to the purpose of the paper, and a conclusion draws the ideas together. 30.0 pts Format The paper is correctly formatted to APA style (e.g., margins, spacing pagination, headings, headers, citations, references, according to the APA Manual). Note: An abstract is not required. You are required to include a running head, pagination, citations, and a references page. Title page and references do NOT count towards required number of pages for paper. 5.0 pts Grammar, Punctuation, and Spelling The writer demonstrates correct usage of formal English language in sentence construction. Variation in sentence structure and word usage promotes readability. There are no spelling, punctuation, or word usage errors. 10.0 pts Readability and Style The reading audience is correctly identified, demonstrated by appropriate language usage (i.e., avoiding jargon and simplifying complex concepts appropriately). Writing is concise, in active voice, and avoids awkward transitions and overuse of conjunctions.