Select a disorder to research
- Locate 1+ print books, ebooks,
- Locate 3+ journal articles
- in addition to your textbook, the DSM and reputable websites
- use APA citation format, exclude the abstract
- 4-6 typed pages excluding title and references pages
Organization
- Introduction: Clearly define what you are presenting and why you selected this topic
- Body: background, diagnostic criteria (per DSM-5) and pervasiveness (how common and what population of individuals it affects), causes, ages, gender, treatment strategies (medication, therapy/theories) and any other information you feel is relevant.
- Conclusion: Explain what you learned and how this info will help you personally/professionally.