Week 1 - AssignmentSelection of Final Project Topic This assignment is an analysis of a selected neuropsychological disorder. This topic choice will be used to complete the Week One Assignment (Topic Selection), Week Two Assignment (Outline of Final Project), and the Week Five Assignment (Final Project).  Select a neuropsychological disorder for comprehensive analysis from the following list:SchizophreniaMajor depressive disorder Bipolar disorderAnxiety     Choose and focus on one of the anxiety disorders (e.g., generalized anxiety disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder).Substance abuse (Substance Use Disorder)     Provide both an overview of this topic plus a focus on a single drug of your choice.Autism Spectrum disorder Specific neurological disorder     Examples include movement disorders (e.g., Tourette Syndrome), degenerative disorders (e.g., Alzheimer’s or other dementia), multiple sclerosis, congenital disorder (e.g., cerebral palsy, spina bifida), epilepsy syndrome, drug-induced tardive dyskinesia, temperature regulation disorder. Learning disability     Examples include Attention Deficit Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, and DyslexiaSleep disorderEating disorderSexual disorderOther neuropsychological disorder     This option must be approved in advance by the instructor before your assignment is submitted. In keeping with the focus of this class, the emphasis of your paper will be on the neuroscience aspects of the disorder, to include: Theories of etiology (causes)Associated factors in development of the disorder (genetic, environmental, familial, lifestyle)Pathology (abnormalities of physical structure and function, including genetic and biochemical aspects)Treatment options (pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic, with rationales for use based on current understanding of the disorder)Diagnostic and research technologies employed in clinical diagnosis, care, and basic science research   Your research will include two to three peer-reviewed sources that provide evidence-based information regarding the biologic and psychological features of the disorder. Refer to the Final Project guidelines, which can be found in Week Five of your online course or in the “Components of Course Evaluation” section of this guide, for more details on the components that should be included in this analysis   Writing the Selection of Final Project Topic The Assignment:Must be two to three double-spaced pages in length, and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.Must include a title page with the following:     Title of paperStudent’s nameCourse name and numberInstructor’s nameDate submittedMust describe the key aspects of the disorder that will be elaborated on in your Final Project.Must state why you have chosen to critique this disorder. Must incorporate in-text citations from your sources to support your discussion. You may reference your textbook and other required materials from the course; however, these will not fulfill the resource requirements. Must use at least two to three scholarly sources that were published within the last five years and retrieved from the Ashford University Library.Must document all sources in APA style, as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.Must include a separate reference page, formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center

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Final Project Outline This assignment is an analysis of the neuropsychological disorder that supports your Final Project. You will create an outline of the main points of your Final Project, using your selected neuropsychological disorder as approved by the instructor in Week One. The Final Project Outline should be organized into three sections, each main section having required components.  This outline is both an analysis of your topic as well as a tool to ensure that you are on the right track with your Final Project. The more information you provide, the more feedback you will receive from your instructor, which will be helpful as you write your Final Project.  Final Project- Outline ComponentsSection I:  IntroductionSuccinct thesis statement (One to several sentences with the focus of your Final Project, which informs the reader about your topic and the scope of your paper.)Define the type of disorder     NeurologicalPsychologicalNeuropsychologicalDiagnostic criteria     What components must be present for the disorder to be diagnosed? Include physical and psychological signs and symptoms.  Reason(s) why you chose this topic     Personal experienceProfessional experienceOther reasonEpidemiology     Who is affected? Are they young/old? Male/femaleRural/urban EthnicitiesSection II: DiscussionDetailed description of the disorder     Signs and symptomsEpidemiologyAny subtypes of the disorderDetailed description of the natural history of the disorder     How the disorder develops over time with treatmentHow the disorder develops over time without treatmentMethods used to diagnose, evaluate, and manage the disorder     Initial diagnosis (e.g., physical exam, imaging and/or laboratory testing, special studies, psychological evaluation, psychometric testing)  Ongoing management  (e.g., physical exam, imaging and/or laboratory testing, special studies, psychological evaluation, psychometric testing)Risk factors     GeneticsLifestyleEnvironmental factorsOther causative factors     KnownTheorizedNervous system structures and/or pathways involved in the disorder (detailed information regarding the underlying pathology as it applies to these structures and functional pathways)Neurotransmitter(s) and receptor system(s) involved in the pathology of the disorderCurrent treatment options     Drug (pharmacologic) therapiesNonpharmacologic therapies (including psychological and other therapeutic services)Type of care providers (e.g., medical, nursing, therapists)Type of healthcare setting (e.g., hospital, home, outpatient, nursing facility)Future areas of research     Treatment optionsEvaluation and diagnostic methods for initial diagnosisIncreasing knowledge relating to etiology and pathologic processesSection III: ConclusionThe conclusion reaffirms your initial thesis statement The conclusion may be one or more paragraphs that use the material you have discussed in the paper to support the validity of your synthesis and elaborate on the theme of your paperWriting the Final Project Outline The Final Project Outline:Must be a minimum of three to four double-spaced pages in length, and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.Must include a title page with the following:     Title of paperStudent’s nameCourse name and numberInstructor’s nameDate submittedMust begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement.Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.Must include section headings in approved APA style, in order to organize your paper.     Main section headings include: Introduction, Discussion, and Conclusion.         Plan to utilize these sections as first-level headings in your Final Project, formatted according to APA style, to organize your paper.Each main heading and all subheadings should include at least a two- to three- sentence description (use complete sentences). Do not simply write the heading and a few words of description. Must include in-text citations for all statements of facts obtained through your research.     Remember that direct quotes (identical phrases or sentences taken from a source) require in-text citations with appropriate formatting. Statements of opinion should be clearly stated as such, and include a rationale to support why you hold this opinion (e.g., personal or professional experience, your research findings). Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.Must use at least six to eight scholarly sources that were published with the last five years, including a minimum of four peer-reviewed original research studies.     In general, dictionaries and encyclopedias are not considered appropriate as resources for academic writing. It is assumed that these references will be included in your Final Project.  Must document all sources in APA style, as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.Must include a separate reference page, formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.