Psychology RESEARCH ASSIGNMENT

DBFA 615

Research Paper Assignment Instructions

Overview

You will write a Research Paper Assignment focusing on the general topic of deviance and violence as it applies to child/adolescent development. The Research Paper Assignment will primarily discuss assessment and treatment strategies primarily, as well as proactive parenting interventions. You must select a primary focus from the following issues:

· Oppositional Defiant Disorder

· Explosive Children

· Conduct Disorder

· Sexual Addiction in Children/Adolescents

· Bullying

· ADHD

· (Other topics with the professor’s permission)

Instructions

You will complete a minimum 10-page Research Paper Assignment in current APA format related to the focus of the course and course material. The Research Paper Assignment should be a minimum of 10 pages in length (not including Title Page and References page) and follow APA guidelines, with at least 5 supporting sources including research/journal articles. The paper must close with an appropriate conclusion summarizing the major observations from the research and suggestions for additional study of the topic

Research Paper: Part 1 – Topic Assignment

Topic - Submit a topic with a 300-word rationale detailing why the topic is relevant to the course and its application to current family, faith, and the future. Include at least five supporting sources.

Be sure to review the appropriate Research Paper Grading Rubric before you begin each part of the Research Paper Assignment.

Note: Your assignment will be checked for originality via the Turnitin plagiarism tool.

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