Final Research Paper – Psychopathology

Assignment 8 Begin Final Research Paper.
  This assignment MUST be typed in APA style, and must be written at graduate level English.
 
Prepare a comprehensive Final Research Paper in which you choose an   area of research that is relevant and pertinent to the current  diagnosis  and treatment of mental illness in accordance to the DSM-5.  Your topic  must include current perspectives in diagnosis, assessment  and  treatment, including an integrative discussion of traditional   psychological research and neuroscience.
 
Select a minimum of eight (8) current research articles taken from   scholarly journals (online or hard copy) on your selected topic. You  are  encouraged to utilize the Calsouthern Library to access  evidence-based  resources. You may use the bibliography located under  Resources in your  course syllabus.
 
Do not use the course text or other texts for this assignment.
 This is a research-based paper.
Research must be no more than 3-5 years old.
 
Your paper must be 10-12 pages plus a title and reference page
 
Assignment Outcomes:
Analyze the physical, cognitive, social and personality aspects of abnormal psychology and implications across the life span
 Examine the major diagnostic domains and specific criteria   associated with DSM-5 disorders. Evaluate legal and ethical issues in   mental health treatment 
Develop an awareness of diversity and cross-cultural perspectives in abnormal psychology. 
Explore available treatment and interdisciplinary services for community members experiencing mental health disorders.
 Identify the barriers associated with seeking and receiving   therapeutic services. Demonstrate ethical behavior in the use of   technology 

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