Category: Psychology

Review this week’s Learning Resources. Consider the insights they provide about assessing, diagnosing, and treating mood disorders.
Review the Focused SOAP Note template, which you will use to complete this Assignment. There is also a Focused SOAP Note Exemplar provided as a guide for Assignment expectations.
Review the video, Case Study: Petunia Park. You will use this case as the basis of this Assignment. In this video, a faculty member is assessing a mock patient. The patient will be represented onscreen as an avatar.
Consider what history would be necessary to collect from this patient.
Consider what interview questions you would need to ask this patient.
Consider patient diagnostics missing from the video: Provider Review outside of interview:
Temp 98.2 Pulse 90 Respiration 18 B/P 138/88
Laboratory Data Available: Urine drug and alcohol screen negative. CBC within normal ranges, CMP within normal ranges. Lipid panel within normal ranges. Prolactin Level 8; TSH 6.3 (H)
Develop a Focused SOAP Note, including your differential diagnosis and critical-thinking process to formulate a primary diagnosis. Incorporate the following into your responses in the template:
Subjective: What details did the patient provide regarding their chief complaint and symptomatology to derive your differential diagnosis? What is the duration and severity of their symptoms? How are their symptoms impacting their functioning in life? Objective: What observations did you make during the psychiatric assessment?  Assessment: Discuss the patient’s mental status examination results. What were your differential diagnoses? Provide a minimum of three possible diagnoses with supporting evidence, listed in order from highest to lowest priority. Compare the DSM-5-TR diagnostic criteria for each differential diagnosis and explain what DSM-5 criteria rules out the differential diagnosis to find an accurate diagnosis. Explain the critical-thinking process that led you to the primary diagnosis you selected. Include pertinent positives and pertinent negatives for the specific patient case.
Plan: What is your plan for psychotherapy? What is your plan for treatment and management, including alternative therapies? Include pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic treatments, alternative therapies, and follow-up parameters as well as a rationale for this treatment and management plan. Also incorporate one health promotion activity and one patient education strategy.
Reflection notes: Reflect on this case. Discuss what you learned and what you might do differently. Also include in your reflection a discussion related to legal/ethical considerations (demonstrate critical thinking beyond confidentiality and consent for treatment!), social determinates of health, health promotion, and disease prevention that takes into consideration patient factors (such as age, ethnic group, etc.), PMH, and other risk factors (e.g., socioeconomic, cultural background, etc.).

This assignment focuses on technology, chronic boredom, and addiction. In total, it has to be 15 pages using apa 7 format. 2 of the 15 have already been completed. The paper should be divided into a few parts: introduction (done), literature review (sources provided, may include more to further explain topic), practical application, and conclusion. Every prompt for every section is included. 
For sources: use peer-reviewed research articles only

Overview: Turning points are significant events in history that become catalysts for change. These
changes, for example, can inspire legislation and war, cause victory or defeat, and lead
to the evolution of national ideologies. Some turning points are more obvious than
others and are referenced often in the study of history, while others may not be. It is our
continued analysis of historical events that determine these significant moments and
how they have helped shape the culture of the United States. For your final
assessment, you will be identifying, describing, and analyzing a major turning point in
U.S. history between the years 1400 and 1865.
Instructions:
In your paper, you must include the following:
In a Word document, provide a statement explain which turning point you will be researching for your final assessment, including why you believe it to be a significant moment in U.S. history. No sources needed. All work must be your own words. Your instructor will let you know if you need to change or modify your choice. This assignment must be completed in order to move forward.
In a Word document, write a thesis statement on your chosen turning point. No sources needed. All work must be your own words. You instructor will let you know if you need to change or modify your statement. This assignment must be completed in order to move forward. In a Word document, submit a list of 10 potential sources you will be using in the development of your final assessment. For each source you need to include the following:
Source written in APA format. A summary of the source.
Identify the source as a primary or secondary source. (At least 2 sources in your checkpoint and in final assessment need to be primary sources)
Important Note: You will not need to use all 10 sources in your final assessment. This checkpoint is designed to help you gather sources in preparation for your final assessment. You will need a minimum of 5 sources, at least 2 primary sources in your final assessment. Why you believe the turning point is in fact a significant moment in U.S. History.• Describe the causes and events that led to the turning point.• Analyze how the turning point changed the course of history in the United States.• Evaluate the impact of the turning point on today’s society. Requirements: Well-organized essay including a thesis statement, multiple body paragraphs, and aconclusion beyond a component of the paper.
3-5 pages (not including title page and reference page)
Use of 5 or more sources.
Use of 2 primary source documents.
APA citations used throughout paper and a completed APA reference list.

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Topic: Industrial Psychology Legal and Ethical Issues
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Write separate responses in 140 words each to both
DISCUSSION REPLIES below:
Discussion Reply 1
RM-DE:
If businesses had
known ten years ago that remote work would have advanced the way it has, they
would have been prepared when COVID-19 hit. However, some businesses had to
adapt quickly to create a remote workplace environment, while others took much
longer. According to Smith (2020), COVID-19 forced companies worldwide to
promptly adopt modern practices and technologies of working from home; for
some, it was a costly adaption. The practices and technologies have helped
organizations survive the COVID-19 crisis and unleashed unexpected benefits and
opportunities that wouldn’t have been possible (Smith, 2020). While curbside
pick was a foreign language before COVID-19, it has become very convenient and,
at the same time, provides jobs.
According to
Martineau (2022), as COVID-19 spread worldwide, workplaces in the public and
private sectors scrambled to develop work models to keep employees safe while
continuing their mission. While businesses and governments throughout the
world, the shift to remote work was abrupt, the missions of the organizations
wouldn’t be under siege because of COVID; businesses had to figure things out,
and while it was a challenge, there have been advantages and benefits not only
for businesses but also employees. The author states that while remote work can
help build a more vital work-life balance and eliminate long, stressful
commutes, it can also challenge team collaboration, and management should find
ways to increase teamwork.
Even for
technology companies like Zoom and Google Meets, which provide services for
different sizes of meetings for different participants around the world, all
the same came as a challenge, I would think, but as time has gone by,
Technology continues to evolve, it has gotten more reliable and CEO and those
in leadership don’t have to cancel meetings because of travel. Zoom enables
meeting on the go.
Reference
Martineau,
P. (2022). SHIFT/WORK: As some employees Return to the Office,
Agencies consider How to support a Remote Workforce. Government
Technology, 35(6), 22 26. https://eds.p.ebscohost.com/eds/pdfviewer/pdfviewer?vid=1&sid=e392a23f-3378-4f0c-b978-7ec9336ccf6d%40redis
Smith,
D. (2020, December 18). Evolution and Revolution in the Workplace:
Remote Work has Altered Business Forever. Teradici. https://connect.teradici.com/blog/remote-work-has-altered-business-forever
Discussion Reply 2
ME-RE:
I reviewed “How Remote Work is Transforming
Organizational Dynamics” by Fast Company.
The article from
Fast Company discusses the profound changes remote work has brought to
organizational dynamics. It highlights how companies adopt hybrid work models,
invest in technology, and rethink their approaches to employee engagement and
organizational culture.
The shift to
remote work has significantly altered the landscape of organizational
psychology, impacting businesses in various ways. Many companies have adopted
hybrid work models, a strategic move combining remote and in-office work. This
approach provides flexibility while maintaining a sense of community, enhancing
job satisfaction, retention rates, and work-life balance. Businesses are not
just investing in technology, they are strategically investing in collaboration
tools, cybersecurity, and other technologies to support remote work. This
ensures long-term productivity and efficiency, giving us confidence in the
sustainability of remote work.
Companies are also
implementing virtual team-building activities, regular check-ins, and
transparent communication to keep employees engaged and connected in a remote
setting. The reduced need for physical office space has led to cost savings,
which are being redirected towards enhancing remote work infrastructure. Remote
work has expanded the talent pool, allowing companies to hire from a broader
geographical area, attracting diverse talent and supporting inclusive hiring
practices.
Overall, remote
work options have shown several benefits to organizations’ bottom lines,
including reduced real estate expenses and a greater talent pool, as well as
significant steps towards greater work-life balance for employees.
References
Fast Company.
(2022). How remote work is transforming organizational dynamics? Retrieved from
Fast Company.
Markets Insider.
(2024). S&P 500 stock: S&P 500 companies, S&P 500 value. Retrieved
from Markets Insider.

Write a 4 page paper that examines a case study through the lens of two different learning theories.For this assessment, you will examine how two theories could be compared in the application to an everyday learning situation. You will describe the basic tenets of each theory, use theory-specific terminology to hypothesize how a person in the case study has learned things so far that has resulted in the current challenge, and what will likely come next. Then, you will provide a theoretically grounded and evidence-based solution to the problem.
Explain the basic assumptions, strengths and limitations of each learning theory.
Analyze the ability of each theory to explain and predict a case.
Using terms and concepts from Theory 1, describe the case study, hypothesizing how a person has learned things so far to result in their current challenge. Then, predict what will come next for them, using theoretical concepts.
Then, using terms and concepts from Theory 2, describe the case study once again. Hypothesize how this person has learned things so far to result in their current challenge. Then, predict what will come next for them using theoretical concepts.
Analyze an intervention.
Explore at least one intervention for the challenge presented in the case that would be grounded in or connected with one of the theories.
Explain why it would work better than an intervention grounded in the alternate theory, using evidence from your research.
Apply APA style and formatting to scholarly writing.
Exhibit adherence to stylistic conventions, document structure, and source attributions.

How can you use psychology to adapt to a rapidly changing world? How can psychology be used to improve the world around you? There are many issues that affect individuals and societal groups every day. It is important to be mindful about how these issues can affect someone at a personal level when engaging in controversial dialogue about topics that are important to a healthy society. It is important to use psychological concepts to guide your responses to this discussion, such as emotional intelligence and empathy.
For your initial post, select one hot button topic you are passionate about from the Module Seven Hot Button topics (ATTACHED) and answer the following questions:
* Why is this a hot button topic? Why does it matter to you?
* How does this hot button topic affect individuals?
* How does this hot button topic affect society?
* How would you use some of the psychological concepts from this course to understand these issues?
* How does this hot button topic apply to any of the following programmatic course themes:
* Self-care
* Social justice
* Emotional intelligence
* Career connections
* Ethics

the person must have an LPC or LPCP
Your write-up should be 5 to 7 pages in length (double-spaced), not including the title page and references. It should include the following:
A detailed write-up of the interview, with links back to the Learning Resources. Note: Your write-up should be presented as a narrative rather than a listing of questions and answers.
In your write-up include how this information relates to the material in the course. (Cite the Learning Resources from the course consistently throughout your paper using APA style citations.)
Provide a reflection on the following questions:
Consider your response to the Week 1 Spark Discussion question. How has your vision changed over the past 10 weeks? What is the same? What new insights have you gained?
What did you learn from the interview that you did not learn in the course?
What, if anything, did you learn from the interview that contrasted with what you learned in the course?
What do you anticipate the impact of being a clinical mental health counselor may be on who you are personally?

I needed to observe a work meeting and answer the following questions. They need to be expanded on and put into an essay. i have attached the text books that needs to be cited.
Guidelines for what to include in your critical analysis of each observed session:
Part I: Demographic Information
Date(s) of observation – 06/21/24
Name of organization conducting the group – The Department of Family and Protective Services
Number of participants – 5
How many sessions is the group planned to cover? 1
How often does the group meet? Monthly
Was the group opened or closed? Closed
Part II: Group Processes
Which of the 4 basic groups is this? Explain. Task Group
What are some of the norms of the group? (please get the answer from the textbooks) 
Was the group screened? No
What type of leadership did you see? (see chapter 2)
Describe, relevant to counseling, key observations from the session. This could include 2 -3 of the following:
Did you observe any ‘difficult’ individuals? There was a co-worker that was being difficult as she was not being clear when she would be asked questions.
Where the goals of the group clear? my supervisor made sure she stated what the purpose of the meeting was and what the goal was at the beginning of the meeting. 
Was everyone encouraged to speak? My supervisor was making sure that everyone was engaging and if they were not, she would question them directly.
Where there emotional moments? When the topic of vacation days was brought up, two of the members were upset as they did not agree on what was agreed on.
Part III: Personal Reflection
Do you feel the group was effective for the participants? Explain. I felt that the meeting was somewhat effective. The goal of the meeting was to discuss changes and vacation days for the month of july. DUe to one co-worker not fully engaging, I felt like some questions were left unanswered. 
How could the group have been improved? I think it could have been improved if everyone fully participated and expressed their thoughts and opinions. 
Compare/contrast this observed group with the one you currently attend for this course in terms of both academic insights and personal feelings. Compared to the groups that i am currently attending for this class, the group that I observed for this assignment was more task based as opposed to psychoeducational groups that i attend for class. 

the book being used in the class is 
Invitation to the Life Span
FIFTH EDITION
Kathleen Stassen Berger
Bronx Community College
City University of New York
just so you have idea of the topics talked about in the class 

Theories and Drug Use
Several factors regarding theories of drug use are discussed in your textbook, including genetic, physiological, and protective factors. As part of your written assignment be sure to highlight such factors and or other theoretical models that are used to explain substance abuse.
Define and analyze the biological, psychological, and sociological theories of drugs. Describe any differences and/or similarities between the three theories. Take a position on one of the three and defend why you believe that particular theory seems to be the strongest. Support your position with at least three outside, scholarly sources.