PSCY Essay

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Character Depiction

-Includes a very limited outline of what is generally going on in the movie with little relevance to the character. - Few to no examples are indicated. 

- Includes an outline of what is generally going on in the movie and how that is related to the character. - Includes a couple of examples that are somewhat relevant to the character. 

- Demonstrates a good understanding of what is going for the character. - May include one or two important stressors or life events that are going on in the character's life. - Gives a few logical and clear examples that are relevant to the character's life. 

- Clearly depicts what is going on for the character in the "present."   - Includes stressors, major life events, etc. - Gives ample examples from the movie of how this is impacting the character. 

Symptoms and Diagnosis

- Very few or no symptoms are identified. - The student does not display an understanding of the relationship between symptoms and diagnoses.

- Some symptoms are included, with few examples. - Diagnostic ideas are present, but not well supported by symptoms or evidence.

- The symptoms the character is experiencing are stated and backed up by some examples. - Symptoms are organized into diagnoses. The student considers differential diagnoses.

- All symptoms the character is experiencing are stated and clearly explained with ample examples. - Symptoms are organized meaningfully into diagnoses, and a differential diagnosis is thoroughly considered and explained.

Disorder, Prognosis, & Treatment

-Lacking in the description of disorder, prognosis, and treatment options are discussed -Little to no support or supporting citations are not peer-reviewed. 

-Basic description of disorder, prognosis, and treatment options are discussed -Information presented may not be supported by peer-reviewed research or fewer than 3 references. 

-Adequate description of disorder, prognosis, and treatment options are discussed -Information presented is fully supported by at least 3 peer-reviewed references 

-Complete description of disorder, prognosis, and treatment options are discussed -Information presented is fully supported by at least 3 peer-reviewed references 

Grammar, Spelling, & Punctuation

- Paper contains numerous grammatical, punctuation, and spelling errors. - Language uses jargon, slang or conversational tone. - Uses "I" or "me" throughout the paper. 

- There are some errors throughout the paper in punctuation, spelling, and/or language. - Language is somewhat professional; some conversational tone or "I"/"me" is occasionally used. 

- Rules of grammar, and punctuation are followed with minor errors. Spelling is correct.  - Language is mostly professional - Overall, the paper is comprehensive and easy to read. 

- Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed; spelling is correct. - Language is clear and precise; sentences display consistently strong, varied structure. - Professional language is used throughout the paper 

Format

- Paper lacks many elements of correct formatting. - 4-6 page requirement is inadequate or excessive - Paper is not in APA format. - Format and/or flow make it difficult to follow the writing. 

- Paper is about 4-6 pages. - APA format has flaws, however, the general idea of how to format a paper in this structure comes across. - Format and flow neither add to nor subtract from the readability of the paper. 

- Paper follows designated guidelines. - Paper is 4-6 pages long. - APA format is good, with few errors. - Format and flow are good and deliberate. 

- Paper meets the 4-6 page requirement. - Paper is in APA format, following all guidelines for structure, format, font, margins, and spacing. -Format and flow between paragraphs enhances readability of paper.