Throughout this course, you will be expected to complete a series of assignments

Throughout this course, you will be expected to complete a series of assignments with the end goal
of constructing a research paper. This eight to twelve page research paper will focus on a specific
diagnostic category of your choice, from a topic that has been covered in class. Your paper must
include the following information regarding the disorder:
 Diagnostic criteria from the DSM
 Prevalence and Incidence
 A review of theoretical perspectives on causes of the disorder
 A review of treatment approaches
 A case example
The final paper should have the following in APA format:
 Title Page
 Abstract
 Body of the paper including:
o Diagnostic criteria from the DSM
o Prevalence and Incidence
o A review of theoretical perspectives on causes of the disorder
o A review of treatment approaches
o A case example
 Conclusion
 Reference Pages
Be sure to address the Saint Leo core value of respect while covering the topic of treatment
approaches.
Respect – Animated in the spirit of Jesus Christ, we value all individuals’ unique talents, respect their
dignity and strive to foster their commitment to excellence in our work. Our community’s strength
depends on the unity and diversity of our people, on the free exchange of ideas and on learning,
living and working harmoniously.