(psychology) Making a Differential Diagnosis
Grading Rubrics
Recommends a Diagnosis Based on the Patient’s Symptoms, Presenting Problems, and History
Total: 3.00
Distinguished - Recommends a fully appropriate diagnosis based on the patient’s symptoms, presenting problems, and history.
Assesses the Validity of the Diagnosis Using a Sociocultural Perspective
Total: 1.50
Distinguished - Fully assesses the validity of the diagnosis using a sociocultural perspective.
Compares at Least One Evidence-Based and One Non-Evidence-Based Treatment Option For the Diagnosis Using a Minimum of Two Peer-Reviewed Sources to Support the Choices
Total: 2.00
Distinguished - Comprehensively compares at least one evidence-based and one non-evidence-based treatment option for the diagnosis using a minimum of two peer-reviewed sources to support the choices.
Proposes and Provides an Explanation For a Minimum of Two Historical Perspectives and Two Theoretical Orientations That Are Inappropriate Alternates For the Conceptualizations in this Case
Total: 2.00
Distinguished - Proposes and provides a thorough explanation for a minimum of two historical perspectives and two theoretical orientations that are inappropriate alternates for the conceptualizations in this case.
Critical Thinking: Explanation of Issues
Total: 0.25
Distinguished - Clearly and comprehensively explains the issue to be considered, delivering all relevant information necessary for a full understanding.
Written Communication: Control of Syntax and Mechanics
Total: 0.25
Distinguished - Displays meticulous comprehension and organization of syntax and mechanics, such as spelling and grammar. Written work contains no errors and is very easy to understand.
Written Communication: APA Formatting
Total: 0.25
Distinguished - Accurately uses APA formatting consistently throughout the paper, title page, and reference page.
Written Communication: Page Requirement
Total: 0.50
Distinguished - The length of the paper is equivalent to the required number of correctly formatted pages.
Written Communication: Resource Requirement
Total: 0.25
Distinguished - Uses more than the required number of scholarly sources, providing compelling evidence to support ideas. All sources on the reference page are used and cited correctly within the body of the assignment.