The purpose of Case Study is to provide an opportunity to demonstrate course-related knowledge in speaking more deeply
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Description
The purpose of Case Study 1 is to provide an opportunity to demonstrate course-related knowledge in speaking more “deeply” about 1 specific client. Your case study will identify specific behaviors and how those behaviors are evaluated in light of a specific theory. You will also identify ways that specific behaviors can be addressed in a manner consistent with the theories of your field. (For research-oriented internships, you will identify specific variables being studied and provide rationale for the study.)
With explicit permission from your site supervisor, choose a case, circumstance, or situation at your site. If an appropriate case cannot be obtained from your site, then you may complete a case study on a historical or fictional character. You will need explicit permission from your instructor to use a historical or fictional character.
Discuss the following steps with your supervisor:
- Without violating confidentiality, provide background information on your subject (or group/situation), including behaviors observed, any medical information that is available, socio-cultural factors that might affect treatment, etc.
- Provide information about current behaviors, specifically maladaptive behaviors, and current treatment plans/progress.
- Using knowledge gained in your study of psychology in general and/or your cognate in particular, provide a brief theoretical explanation of your case.
- 3–4 pages
- Current APA format
- This document must maintain the strictest level of confidentiality.
Criteria Points Possible Points Earned Instructor’s Comments
Content
• A comprehensive introduction is provided.
• Sufficient background information is contained.
• A brief theoretical explanation is provided.
• A treatment plan is identified.
• Summary and conclusions are thorough. 50
Readability
• Spelling and grammar are correct.
• Sentences are complete, clear, and concise.
• The flow of the paper is well-structured.
• Your ability to communicate clearly and effectively about a specific case is demonstrated. 20
Format and Logistics
• The paper demonstrates your knowledge of the “language” of the field (current APA).
• The paper is 3–4 pages.
• Case Study 1 was submitted on time. 20
Total 90
Using knowledge gained in your study of psychology in general and/or your cognate in particular, identify a treatment plan detailing how you would continue to work with this case. (This treatment plan may be hypothetical.)
The paper must fulfil the following criteria:
Refer to the provided Case Study 1 Grading Rubric for specific grading criteria
CASE STUDY 1 GRADING RUBRIC
