| Assignment 1 Grading Criteria | Maximum Points |
| Described a stressful event. | 20 |
| Explained the physiological changes that occur in the brain due to the stress response. | 36 |
| Explained the emotional and cognitive effects that may occur due to this stressful situation. | 32 |
| Analyzed potential differences in physiological, cognitive, and emotional responses in someone of a different age or sex. | 32 |
| Discussed the physical health risks. | 28 |
| Provided three behavioral strategies to reduce the effects of the stressor and explained how each could cause changes in brain physiology. | 40 |
| Analyzed ethical considerations in implementing behavioral strategies and offered suggestions for addressing these. | 40 |
| Integrated at least two scholarly references to support ideas. | 8 |
| Organization (16 points): Introduction, transitions, and conclusion. | 64 |
| Style (8 points): Tone, audience, and word choice. |
| Usage and Mechanics (16 points): Grammar, spelling, and sentence structure. |
| APA Elements (24 points): In-text citations and references, paraphrasing, and appropriate use of quotations and other elements of style. |
| Total: | 300 |
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