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Psychology Applied to Modern Life:Adjustment in the 21st Century12th Edition, 2018Wayne Weiten, Dana S. Dunn,and Elizabeth Yost HammerCengage Learning
Each unit examination includes a written component. The writing assignments give students the opportunity to demonstrate a level of subject mastery beyond the objective unit examinations, which reflects his/her ability to analyze, synthesize, evaluate and apply his/her knowledge. Writing assignments are judged on the quality of the response. Word count is NOT one of the criteria that is used in assigning points to writing assignments. However, students who are successful in earning the maximum number of points tend to submit writing assignments that are 350-500 words (1-2 pages) per question.
The majority of your response should be your own original writing based on what you have learned from the textbook. However, students may also use outside materials if applicable. Be sure to provide a citation and a reference for any materials used, including the required textbook. The following points are designed to help you understand how to provide proper citations and references for your work:•Sources are listed in two places.•The first, a citation, is briefly listed within your answer. Thisincludes identifying information that directs the reader to your list of references at the end of your writing assignment.•The second, a reference, is at the end of your work in the list of references section.•All sources cited should follow APA style and provide enough identifying information so that the reader can access the original material.
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Running Head: THOMAS SZASZ’S VIEWS OF PSYCHOLOGICAL DISORDERS
Thomas Szasz’s Views of Psychological Disorders
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THOMAS SZASZ’S VIEWS OF PSYCHOLOGICAL DISORDERS
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Numerous criticisms were stated by Thomas Szasz regarding the medical model. One
of the criticisms will focus on psychiatric interventions that have undergone proliferation
following the use of the medical model. This has been highly seen in the interventions
practiced to help control the individual suffering from a mental or psychological disorder. My
view regarding this particular criticism will be in support of Szasz’s views. The medical
model has been re...