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Research Paper Instructions

Research a specific mental disorder within the realm of Abnormal Psychology. The topic must be one which is discussed in the Comer text and described in the DSM-IV. The length of the body of the paper should be at least 7 pages, and should not exceed 10 pages of summarized research findings in APA format. In addition to this, include an APA-style title page, abstract, and references; these do not count toward the minimum number of pages required. The paper must be organized with sub-headings reflecting the required sections (I–IX).

The research paper will address the following aspects, organized in this order:

* Title Page: APA-style

* Abstract: APA-style

I. Introduction: Introduce and describe the topic. Discuss the DSM classification for the disorder, including a discussion of the specific criteria as described in the DSM-IV (1/2 page).

II. Historical: The disorder in its historical context (1 page).

III. Cause of the Illness: Current research as to the cause of the illness (1 page).

IV. Treatment: Various treatment approaches for this disorder, including the benefits of the treatment (1 page).

V. Prevention: Research as to the prevention of the illness (1 page).

VI. Cross Cultural: Cross-cultural issues pertaining to the topic (1 page).

VII. Biblical Worldview: Discuss the topic from a Christian worldview perspective, including disorder’s cause, treatment, and prevention. Utilize the Bible and a book or journal source written from a biblical/theological perspective on the topic (1 page).

VIII. Conclusion: Include a closing summary of the research, including ideas for future research on the topic (1/2 page).

IX. References: APA-style

* Organize paper according to directions. Include APA-style Level 1 sub-titles

* Use the references you found for your References Assignment.

* The use of 3RD person point of view is expected for this type of scholarly research assignment.

* Correct spelling, grammar, and punctuation is expected in writing at this level.

* Include not more than ½ page of directly quoted material. Directly quoted material in excess of ½ page of the body of the paper would not count towards length/content requirement.

* APA formatting is required.

The reference page should include five (5) or more references with the following guidelines:

· Include five (5) or more references that stem from scholarly journal articles or books dated within the past 10 years.

· Include one (1) or more references that stem from a theological and/or biblical perspective.

· The paper may include citations from the Bible

· Websites are not considered as scholarly and should not be listed on this reference page.