Answer the following questions in  complete sentences and paragraphs and 200–250 words in length, making sure to follow APA format and cite all references used.   Define intelligence and intelligence testing. Describe how intelligence testing is used as a means of assessing normal intelligence and targeting special needs children. What are potential problems associated with […]

discuss four short and long term effects of mental health disorders

For this discussion: Review the main diagnoses in the chapter “Bipolar and Related Disorders” from Section II of theDSM-5. What contextual/systemic factors need to be considered when diagnosing individuals with symptoms of depression, mania, hypomania, and bipolar disorders? Review the material about the treatment of bipolar disorders What are two treatment approaches you would consider […]

Most mental disorders lie on a continuum with “normal” behavior at one end. For example, nearly everyone has a fear of something, but it does not rise to the level of a phobia. A behavior may seem abnormal in one context but completely normal in another context. These two aspects show why it can be […]

Many clients have a hard time disclosing child sexual abuse to their therapists, especially if this is not the original reason bringing them to therapy (such as they came looking for help because they were going through a divorce). Undoubtedly, child sexual abuse has an impact on its victims. This assignment is aimed at promoting […]

Prepare a 300-word paragraph based on your research of schizophrenia. Address the following:   Discuss the impact of the disorder on the family. Must have at least one peer reviewed reference

In looking at the diagnostic criteria for substance use disorders, many clinicians and researchers believe that these criteria could be applied to behaviors outside of substance use to classify other addictive behaviors. To this end, gambling disorder was added as a diagnostic classification in the DSM-5. Imagine that you are on the next DSM revision committee. What addictive […]

Discuss 3–4 problem-solving techniques. Discuss 2 problem-solving techniques that work best for you. Discuss 1 example of how you used those techniques in the past to help you solve a problem or problems. Discuss 3–4 ways you can improve your problem-solving abilities. Give an example in the past in which you did not solve a […]

You have recently taken a new position as a training manager. Your workplace is experiencing rapid growth and expansion. As the number of new employees increases, company leaders have recognized the need for a formalized new employee training program. They have asked you to participate in developing this new training program for the organization. They […]

Write a 700- to 1,050-word paper in which you summarize the major assumptions and fundamental questions associated with psychological testing. Address the following in your paper: Define the term test. Describe the major categories of tests and identify the major uses and users of these tests. Compareand contrast the concepts of reliability and validity and […]