Module 4: - Theoretical Frameworks for Understanding Trauma

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Module 4: Guided Essay 2 - Theoretical Frameworks for Understanding Trauma

Purpose

The purpose of this assignment is to evaluate and integrate the various theoretical frameworks for understanding trauma we covered in Modules 2 through 4. Specifically, compare and contrast Cognitive-Behavioral Theory, Psychoanalytic Theory, and Attachment Theory (including supporting infant and neurobiological research) and the application of these perspectives to treating trauma.

A comprehensive understanding of different theoretical approaches is necessary in clinical practice to ensure the appropriate application is utilized to maximize progress in treating traumatic stress in diverse patients with varying situations and needs.

Course Objectives

· CO 3: Familiarize with the applications of techniques for assessment and intervention in clinical issues related to traumatic stress.

Requirements

1. The Guided Essay 2 assignment is worth 200 points and will be graded on use of citations, use of Standard English grammar, sentence structure, and overall organization based on the required components as summarized in the directions and grading criteria/rubric.

2. Create your exercise using Microsoft Word (a part of Microsoft Office), which is the required format for all Chamberlain College documents. You can tell that the document is saved as a MS Word document because it will end in ".docx"

3. Follow the directions and grading criteria closely. Any questions about your assignment may be posted under the Q & A Forum.

4. The length of the exercise is to be no less than  3 pages and no greater than  5 pages excluding title page and reference pages.

5. APA format is required with both a title page and reference page. Use the required components of the review as Level 1 headings (upper and lower case, centered, boldface): Note: Introduction - Write an introduction but do not use "Introduction" as a heading in accordance with the rules put forth in the  Publication manual of the American Psychological Association.

Guidelines

Read the following chapters:

Ringel, S. & Brandell, J.R. (2012).  Trauma: Contemporary Directions in Theory, Practice, and Research. (1st ed.). Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage.

· Chapter 2: Cognitive-Behavioral Theory

· Chapter 3: Psychoanalytic Theory (Part I)

· Chapter 4: Psychoanalytic Theory (Part II)

· Chapter 5: Attachment Theory, Infant Research, and Neurobiology

Write a 3–5-page essay addressing the following components (use level 1 headings to organize your essay):

1. Discuss and compare the strengths or benefits of each of the theoretical perspectives we have covered.

2. Discuss and compare the weakness or limitations of each of the theoretical perspectives we have covered.

3. Include specific examples from published research studies to support your discussion and evaluation of the a fore mentioned theoretical frameworks, citing from at least three additional sources for completeness.

Grading Criteria

Criteria

Description

Introduction (10 Points)

Provide a short introduction related to the purpose of the paper

Component 1 (50 points)

Completely address component 1 as described above

Component 2 (50 points)

Completely address component 2 as described above

Component 3 (50 points)

Completely address component 3 as described above

Additional Sources (15 points)

Include a minimum of 3 additional sources as indicated above to support components (one additional source to address component 1 and two additional sources to address component 3)

Clarity of Writing (10 points)

Present information using clear and concise language in an organized manner (NO errors in English grammar, spelling, syntax, and punctuation)

APA Style (15 points)

Paper adheres to APA format guidelines, including title page, body (organization and citations), and reference page

Total (200 points)

A quality essay will meet or exceed all of the above requirements.

Rubric

MSW524_M4_Guided Essay 2 Rubric

MSW524_M4_Guided Essay 2 Rubric

Criteria

Ratings

Pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

Introduction

10 pts

Highest Level of Performance

Provides short introduction related to the purpose of the paper

7 pts

Very Good or High Level of Performance

Partially addresses the purpose of the paper

5 pts

Acceptable Level of Performance

Minimal introduction of the purpose of the paper

3 pts

Failing Level of Performance

Introduction is incomplete or missing

10 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

Component 1

50 pts

Highest Level of performance

Completely addresses component 1 of guided essay

35 pts

Very Good or High Level of Performance

Partially addresses component 1 of guided essay

25 pts

Acceptable Level of Performance

Minimally addresses component 1 of guided essay

15 pts

Failing Level of Performance

Component 1 is incompletely addressed or missing

50 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

Component 2

50 pts

Highest Level of performance

Completely addresses component 2 of guided essay

35 pts

Very Good or High Level of Performance

Partially addresses component 2 of guided essay

25 pts

Acceptable Level of Performance

Minimally addresses component 2 of guided essay

15 pts

Failing Level of Performance

Component 2 is incompletely addressed or missing

50 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

Component 3

50 pts

Highest Level of performance

Completely addresses component 3 of guided essay

35 pts

Very Good or High Level of Performance

Partially addresses component 3 of guided essay

25 pts

Acceptable Level of Performance

Minimally addresses component 3 of guided essay

15 pts

Failing Level of Performance

Component 3 is incompletely addressed or missing

50 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

3-Additional Sources

15 pts

Highest Level of performance

Includes at least 3 additional sources to support respective components

11 pts

Very Good or High Level of Performance

Includes at least 2 additional sources to support respective components

8 pts

Acceptable Level of Performance

Includes at least 1 additional sources to support respective components

5 pts

Failing Level of Performance

Includes only the required reading as a source or does not address appropriate component(s)

15 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

Clarity of Writing

10 pts

Highest Level of performance

Presents information using clear and concise language in an organized manner (NO errors in English grammar, spelling, syntax, and punctuation).

7 pts

Very Good or High Level of Performance

Presents information in an organized manner (minimal, meaning fewer than 3, errors in English grammar, spelling, syntax, and punctuation).

5 pts

Acceptable Level of Performance

Presents information using understandable language but is somewhat disorganized (more than 3 errors in English grammar, spelling, syntax, and punctuation).

3 pts

Failing Level of Performance

Presents information that is not clear, logical, professional, nor organized to the point that the reader has difficulty understanding the message (significant errors in English grammar, spelling, syntax, and punctuation).

10 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

APA Style

15 pts

Highest Level of performance

Paper completely adheres to APA format guidelines

11 pts

Very Good or High Level of Performance

Paper partially adheres to APA format guidelines

8 pts

Acceptable Level of Performance

Paper minimally adheres to APA format guidelines

5 pts

Failing Level of Performance

Paper does not adhere to APA format guidelines

15 pts