Psychological Research and Public Policy/Law

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Psychological Research and Public Policy/Law

Psychological research is and has been applied to many areas of daily life. From television commercials to a first grade classroom, you can see the effects of research in action. When psychological research is used to influence and shape public policy, in general, and specific laws, trained forensic psychologists and forensic psychology professionals typically are behind the scenes. Individuals who understand psychological research and the legal/political/legislative process are excellent candidates to help meld these two seemingly dissimilar areas.

To prepare for this Discussion:

  • Review the article, “Washington’s Sexually Violent Predator Law:Legislative History and Comparisons With Other States.” Think about how historical and forensic psychological research contributes to the establishment of law and policy.
  • Review the article, “Stalking: Lessons From Recent Research.” Pay particular attention to how research is used to influence community action and thereby affect public policy.
  • Review the article, “Sexually Violent Predator Evaluations: Empirical Evidence, Strategies for Professionals, and Research Directions.” Consider how the findings described in this article might be helpful in influencing or setting public policy.
  • Using the Walden Library, identify and review a psychological research study that you believe has influenced a change in public policy or law.
  • Reflect upon the population studied, the key data and results, and other important takeaways of the research study.
  • Think about how this research study might influence public policy and/or law in forensics or in forensic settings.

With these thoughts in mind:

Post by Day 4 a brief summary of the research study you selected. Be sure to include the population studied, key data and results, and other important takeaways of the article. Then, explain how a forensic psychology professional might use the results of the study to influence public policy and/or law in forensics or in forensic settings.

SWOT Analysis PowerPoint

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  1. Overview
    Physicians and patients have been affected by the development and implementation of Health Information Technology (HIT). There are many other health care professionals and venues affected by significant complexities and characteristics that make HIT implementation as challenging. For example, standardized data formats are used to facilitate data portability, work culture barriers, system costs, training issues, and other matters. Some Emergency Medical Services (EMS) providers have begun to use a variety of portable electronic health records to collect data at the scenes of patient incidents with systems designed to transmit data to receiving hospitals. Overall, however, achieving the Nationwide Health Information Network has been elusive due to administrative and technical difficulties.
    Scenario
    To achieve the HIT goals of improving health care quality and reducing costs, extensive and rigorous work remains in the research and implementation arenas. Assume you have just graduated with your Master’s degree and you have passed a series of interviews at the top hospital known as We Care Hospital. You are hired as the Chief Operating Officer (COO) and your first task is to conduct a SWOT analysis of the HIT system at We Care Hospital. Research the websites of your local hospital and determine its strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats based on the ease of information, access for potential patients, and clinical quality features located on its website that identify the basic operations of the health care organization.
    Instructions
    Then, prepare a Microsoft PowerPoint 10-slide narrative using a SWOT analysis. A SWOT analysis identifies strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats in a situation. Review the video, Strategic Planning and SWOT Analysis. To help you prepare the narrative PowerPoint using Microsoft 365 and older versions, review the video: Record a Slide Show With Narration and Slide Timings.
    Your 10-slide SWOT PowerPoint should follow this format:

    1. Slide 1: Cover Page. 
      • Include the title of your presentation, your name, the course number and course title, your professor’s name, and the date. 
    2. Slide 2: Background or Executive Summary.  
      • Describe the details of the situation. Use bullets with short sentences. The title of this slide should be Executive Summary.
    3. Slide 3: Thesis Statement. 
      • Identify the focus of your research. The title of this slide should be Thesis Statement.
    4. Slides 4–9: Support. 
      • Support your thesis statement following the SESC formula: State, Explain, Support, and Conclude. 
      • You should include at least three court cases and related peer-reviewed articles from within the past five years. 
    5. Slide 10: References.
    6. This course requires the use of Strayer Writing Standards. For assistance and information, please refer to the Strayer Writing Standards link in the left-hand menu of your course. Check with your professor for any additional instructions.
      Note: Writing Resources are also available in the left-hand menu of your course, including Strayer University’s Writing Center, Tutor.com, and Grammarly.com.
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SOCW 6202 Week 11 – Discussion: Trends in Addiction Treatment

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Discussion: Trends in Addiction Treatment

Helping professionals entering the addiction profession are doing so on the cusp of a new era. Significant changes are taking place in treatment approaches, technology, funding, public policy, and perceptions of addiction and recovery.

Underlying these trends is the emergence of a paradigm shift in the way addiction and recovery are perceived. The new paradigm grasps the chronic nature of addiction. It uses long-term approaches that address all areas of one’s life with the goal of improving the quality of life throughout the lifespan. As a helping professional, you should stay abreast of trends in addiction treatment and understand how they impact your profession.

For this Discussion, research and find two articles from academic journals that discuss future trends in the treatment of addictions.

Provide a 400-word discussion Post 

–  Provide a brief description of two current and two future trends that you found in your research in the treatment of addiction. 

– Explain what impact these trends may have on the field of addiction treatment and social change. 

– Support your response using the resources and the following current literature. Must contain at least 3 references and citations.

Required Readings

Doweiko, H. E. (2019). Concepts of chemical dependency (10th ed.). Stamford, CT: Cengage.

· Chapter 27, “The Substance Use Disorders As a Disease of the Human Spirit” (pp. 376-388)

· Chapter 35, “Support Groups to Promote and Sustain Recovery” (pp. 493-505)

· Chapter 38, “The Debate Over Legalization” (pp. 543-555)

Heinrich, C. J., & Cummings, G. R. (2014). Adoption and diffusion of evidence‐based addiction medications in substance abuse treatment. Health services research, 49(1), 127-152.

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. (2018). Evidence-based practices resource center. Retrieved from https://www.samhsa.gov/ebp-resource-center

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. (2009). Implementing change in substance abuse treatment programs (DHHS Publication No. SMA 09-4377). Retrieved from http://store.samhsa.gov/shin/content//SMA09-4377/SMA09-4377.pdf Read pages 1–18.

Center for Substance Abuse Treatment. Substance Abuse Treatment for Persons With Co-Occurring Disorders. Treatment Improvement Protocol (TIP) Series 42. DHHS Publication No. (SMA) 05-3922. Rockville, MD: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, 2005.

Vanderplasschen, W., Vandevelde, S., De Ruysscher, C., Vandevelde, D., & Broekaert, E. (2017). In search of evidence-based treatment in TCs for addictions: 40 years of research in TC De Kiem (Belgium). Journal of Groups in Addiction & Recovery, 12(2-3), 177-195.

Madson, M., & Schumacher, J. (2010). Motivational interviewing and alcohol. Healthcare Counselling & Psychotherapy Journal, 10(4), 13–17.

ENC1102

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1. (format) a 500-word composition.  Use Courier New, 12-point font and double space and MLA style. 

2. (content) Your composition needs an answer and specific details for each question in the topic.  Within your 500-word limit you must cite from the material you’ve read and/or watched to support your ideas. As Abraham Lincoln wrote, “It is a pleasure to be able to quote lines to fit any occasion.”  Use two-three quotes from the sources in your composition to “fit” your interpretation of the material.

3. (focus) Stay focused on the topic.  Everything you write should have a connection to the topic and your ideas. 

4. (clarity) When you proofread check for common errors like fragments, run-on’s, commonly confused words, tense shift, subject-verb disagreement, spelling, etc.  Try to adhere to the KISS Principle.  This means keep your sentences short and simple and divide your composition into short easy to read paragraphs.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C_avRz5cj7M and https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Plagiarism. 

Here you’ll get a thorough review of these concepts. 

Also visit https://www.plagiarism.org/ for more information.

This is important information to have and know for  submitting work in a remote/correspondence course.

Also read  https://fs.blog/2021/02/feynman-learning-technique/?utm_source=pocket-newtab.

The article regards the use of writing as a learning tool since writing is a form of teaching/explaining and teaching is the best way to learn anything.

Remember to email me your questions to [email protected].

WEEK 2.  Composition Exercise #1 due by Thursday, July 1, 2021 at 10pm.

The Luxuries of Life-What the 1% of Elite have over you
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C_avRz5cj7M

and  Mark Cuban on the FIRE Movement: Financial Independence, Retire Early
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DO6agHwHmFo

Visit http://style.mla.org/ to get help with quoting, citing, formatting, grammar and style.  

Study design

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  • What public health issue would you like to explore using a research study?
  • What are some considerations that researchers face when designing a study?

Discussion Instructions:

Follow the steps below. The underlined segments prompt you to know what specific information you need to write next to each number when you write your answer in the discussion board. Your Coach will post an example answer on the discussion board. 

1) Choose a topic: Choose a public health problem that you would like to investigate. Briefly state the health issue. 

2) Research the topic: Read general background information about  your topic using reliable websites such as those belonging to a federal agency (e.g., Health Services and Resources Administration, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Bureau of Primary Health Care), respected national organization (e.g., American Heart Association, American Cancer Association, Kaiser Family Foundation), and/or peer-reviewed journal articles.

3) Document Prevalence and/or Incidence: Find and write the prevalence or incidence of the condition using one or more of your reliable websites or articles. Cite the source for the prevalence or incidence next to it. 

4) Hypothesize: Considering what you have learned about the health issue you’ve chosen, consider the possible risk factors for the condition, means of prevention, and potential outcomes. Write a carefully considered hypothesis about one risk factor or means of prevention (this is the “exposure) that you could test which has not, based on what you read, been widely studied. 

5) Design your study: Once you have your hypothesis, design a study that you could do to test your hypothesis.  Imagine that time, money, and logistics are unlimited and you have all the resources you need at your disposal.  Include the following information:

5a. Who are your study participants?

5b. How would you collect or obtain your data?

5c. What time of study design would you use? (e.g., cohort, case-control, observational, or randomized control trial) 

5d. Why is this design (your answer to 5c) an appropriate study design for your study?

5e. Into which category of study design does your study design fall? (experimental, quasi-experimental, observational)

5f. What elements of your study justify inclusion into the category of study design you wrote for 5d? (e.g., is there manipulation? randomization?)

week 1.3 CJ capstone

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tilizing the information gained from your reading of Chapters 4 and 5 of the text, critically analyze one of the scholarly articles found in The Ashford Journal of Criminal Justice.

In a critical analysis of the article, complete the following:

  • Provide the formal APA citation of the source.
  • Summarize the article’s thesis and main points in one or two paragraphs, at maximum.
  • Critically evaluate the relevance of the data used to support the thesis of the article.
  • Evaluate the significance of the sources, including whether they are primary or secondary sources.
  • Provide examples of either the presence of bias or lack of bias evidenced by the authors.
  • Critique (as defined in Chapter 5) the accuracy, acceptability, strengths and weaknesses, and overall soundness of the article. In your critique, consider whether or not the authors persuaded you with their viewpoints.
  • Using source “treeing,” as described in Chapter 4.1 of your text, find two related scholarly articles and explain how the articles you found could be used to support or contradict the premise and findings of the article being critiqued.

The paper must be three to four pages in length, excluding title and reference pages, and formatted according to APA style. You must use at least three scholarly sources, which includes the article you are reviewing, two articles that support or contradict the initial article, and any other sources that support your analysis. Cite your sources within the text of your paper and on the reference page. For information regarding APA, including samples and tutorials, visit the Ashford Writing Center (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site., located on the left navigation toolbar, in your online course.

Speech is on “How to Manage Mental Health Issues”

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 The Speech is on “How to Manage Mental Health Issues”

For this assignment you will have to  create a Power Point presentation file that is like a visual outline, with bullet points and maybe images. This is what you would show your audience and Word document containing the wording of the speech.  This is what you would say to your audience while you are showing them the Power Point presentation. 

Your speech should be between 1000 – 1250 words. It’s important to stay within that range.  Good writers learn to adapt to size requirements of the writing they are asked to do.  You can use the word count of both files to calculate the total word count.

Your speech should include an introduction which identifies your main point, a body in which you provide support for your main point, and a conclusion that wraps up your presentation and says something about the significance of what you’ve presented, just as you would do in a paper.  

The templates attached here give you good ideas of how the presentation and the speech script should look.

Be sure to look at the grading rubric for the assignment. There are specific limits on the amount of text on the slides. This is to help ensure that the font size stays big enough to be easily read.  You also need to provide a reference list as the last slide in your Power Point.

  • PURPOSE:   To inform
  • LENGTH:   1,000 -1250 words
  • AUDIENCE:   A general audience of people interested in the topic, peers in the classroom
  • SOURCES:   Total of 3, with 1-2 from the Library and 1-2 from discipline specific websites
  • FORMAT:   The citation style that is appropriate for your discipline and is appropriate for a speech
  • SUBMIT:   Submit your speech by uploading your Power Point file AND Word file to the Assignments tab.
  • All work will be submitted to turnitin. 

Your Marketing Plan ****A CANDLE COMPANY****

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  1. Part A: Your Marketing Plan ****FOR A CANDLE COMPANY****
    Overview
    For this assignment, you will document your hypothetical company’s background information and mission statement, your company’s short-term and long-term goals, an environmental analysis, and a SWOT analysis.
    Note: You should make all assumptions needed for the completion of this assignment.
    Instructions
    Create the first part of your marketing plan in 8–12 pages:

    • Write an introduction to your company. Describe your hypothetical company, its location, the product it makes or the service it provides, and introduce the contents of your marketing plan.
    • Develop your company’s mission statement.
    • Decide the main goals that you would like to achieve within the next year (short term) and the main goals that you would like to achieve within the next 5 years (long term). Determine the most appropriate ways to measure both short- and long-term goals.
      • Note: Consider the following metrics: tracking downloads of website content; website visitors; increases in market share; customer value; new product or service adoption rates; retention; rate of growth compared to competition; and the market, margin, and customer engagement.
    • Develop an environmental analysis that includes competitive, economic, political, legal, technological, and sociocultural forces.
    • Develop both a SWOT analysis and needs analysis for your product or service. Each analysis should examine three strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats for your company.
    • Use at least three academic resources as quantitative marketing research to determine the feasibility of your product or service. These resources should be industry specific and relate to your chosen product or service.
    • Use the Part A Marketing Plan Template [DOCX] to complete the assignment. attached
    • The Part A Mission Statement and SWOT Analysis Sample [PDF] containing examples has been provided for your reference. attached
    • This course requires the use of Strayer Writing Standards. For assistance and information, please refer to the Strayer Writing Standards link in the left-hand menu of your course. Check with your professor for any additional instructions.
      The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:
    • Evaluate a company’s goals, environment, needs, strengths, and weaknesses based on its respective market.

The Mattel Toy Story Assignment

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To be considered complete, all written assignments must include proper citations within the body of the paper when relevant, as well as a References section. Failure to cite outside sources is plagiarism and will be treated as such! You must also include a title page. Do not include pictures or graphics. All documents must be in Word format and in APA writing styles. 

Watch the YouTube video:

The introduction provides sufficient background on the topic and previews major points.

  • Respond to the attached questions, using the specifications above. Each response must be at least a paragraph in length.

Assignment Questions

1- Which of the changes at Mattel are emergent, and which are planned? Explain in a comprehensive manner, in no less than one paragraph, whether the changes at Mattel are emergent, planned, or both.

2- What is your assessment of Ynon Kreiz’s changes, given the challenges facing the company? Explain in a comprehensive manner, in no less than one paragraph, your assessment of Ynon Kreiz’s changes, given the challenges facing Mattel.

3- What image or images of change management does Ynon Kreiz illustrate? Explain in a comprehensive manner, in no less than one paragraph, the image or images of change management that Ynon Kreiz exerts at Mattel.

The title page must include Student Name, Course Name and Number, Assignment Name, Professor’s Name, and Assignment Date.

The conclusion is logical, flows from one question to the next question, and reviews the major points

*PLEASE READ*

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMechanics

Paper Mechanics
Include a reference page for source(s): The textbook is always a reference.
Follow APA formatting for writing, citing, and the reference page.
Put the paper title information on a separate page.
Do not include extra lines between paragraphs, and so forth.
Grammar, punctuation, spelling, and so forth will all be taken into consideration when awarding points.
Proofread your paper before submitting. Spell-check is not foolproof.
Re-content, if you make a statement; for example, “All people who break the law should improve their communication skills to stay out of jail,” you need to substantiate that statement. If that statement is not your own thought or a statistic, cite it. If it is your opinion, state that and explain what led you to that opinion. Provide enough information to validate and explain your statement of opinion.
Treat these assignments as real-world situations. This will give you the opportunity to practice how you would research and provide information as an HR professional.

Tips and Tricks for Writing College Essays Successfully

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If you are looking to get into a top college or university, you must master the art of writing college essays. Many students find writing such papers challenging, but the following sections reveal tips and tricks that can help you navigate this task easily. Here they are.  

Identity with Your Topic 

Your topic needs to be fascinating. Yes, but there’s more to it. You’ll need to have a genuine interest, so it’s best to go with the one you identify with yourself. You can write about an experience, literature, a person, or more that have had a huge impact in shaping you as an individual. Don’t be shy or afraid to show vulnerability here, as displaying such a side can help you connect with readers more than touting a perception of strength. 

Take the Early Train

The golden rule to accomplishing any task is starting early, and such a principle also applies to writing essays. It’s common for students to underestimate the work needed and end up getting overwhelmed with their papers. Many students looking to put their best foot forward often have a college essay online agency help with writing a high-quality piece. Also, buying from such services early can earn you a discount on your papers. 

Avoid Coming Off as Generic 

Let your essay be different from that of the next applicant. Many prospective students fall prey to the mistake of writing generic write-ups that can fit anyone. When discussing an experience or your aspirations, it’s helpful to be specific, as taking such a route gives your college essay life of its own. Also, remember to keep your stories interesting as you’d need such a quality to leave a lasting impression. 

Focus Your Story 

Yes, you’re to share a story that’s made an impact in your life, but students often tend to take this instruction the wrong way. They try to retell the entire events instead of zeroing in on the crucial elements or strong turning points. A few paragraphs are far too short to cram that three-week camping trip, so you should discuss spending time with nature under a clear night sky. Remember to be specific,  as zeroing down on elements, feelings, and more helps to focus admissions officers’ minds and enhance their understanding of the story’s impact in shaping you. 

How an experience or event shapes you is crucial when writing college essays. You should consider connecting the past with the future and not just focus exclusively on the former. The top universities and colleges lookout for highlights of growth and introspection in prospective students’ essays. So, have your write-up delve into your personal growth and aspirations. 

Ensure You Stand Out 

When applying to a top college or university, it’s only natural that you encounter strong competition from other prospective students for the limited entry slots. You’ll need to reference the attributes that make you stand out from the crowd and why the admissions officers should pick you from the bunch. The trick here is to dedicate about two sentences to features that make you special, such as a rich cultural background, athleticism, multilingualism, and more. 

Review and Have Others Help You Out 

It’s best not to send in your first draft as your finished work, as you can improve on it upon careful reflection. Find ways to improve your readability, making your sentences short and easy to understand. Prove that you are eloquent and have a good head on your shoulders by taking the time to review your work and writing several drafts as opposed to one. 

You’ll need all the help you can get when piecing together an exemplary admission paper. Here’s where your tutor or a writing service often comes into the picture. When applying for the top colleges and universities, there’s no margin for errors. Your essay should be free from misspellings, grammar errors, and mistakes. Consider having a third party review your write-up before mailing it to your educational institution of choice. 

Final Thoughts

Your college essay is an opportunity to convince college admissions officers that you’re a right fit for their academic institution. It’s more than answering a question as many students often perceive. You’ll have to connect with your topic and your readers, have your write-up stand out, be specific, and more. It’s best to get help if you can on your papers, as such assistance can aid with piecing together a high-quality essay.