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Kaplan University:Psychology / Applied Behavior Analysis

PS499: Bachelors Capstone Course in Psychology

One original discussion post

TUTOR INSTRUCTIONS:

   The student is required to answer the questions below to make a new discussion post.

NOTE:  The attached document contains several posts other students have submitted so you can use them as examples of what is expected.

Requirements:

300-450 words. 2 references. APA format.

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Discussion

The field of psychology has changed dramatically over time. As our knowledge has grown, treatment of individuals and groups has improved. Review your materials from previous classes and locate additional resources as necessary. Choose one aspect of the field in which there has been an improvement and discuss the change(s). Some areas to consider are:

·         Changes in what is considered a mental disorder

·         Changes in treatment for individuals with psychological illness

·         Changes in research practices

·         Changes in common educational or organizational practices

Next, answer the following question: In what way(s) can we still improve in this area?