Advanced Psychopathology Final Research Paper

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