Diagnosing & Classifying Schizophrenia
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A 5 page research paper on schizophrenia in which the writer discusses diagnostic criteria using the DSM scale, the problem of varying symptoms, classifications & stages of schizophrenia, etc; Discussion of current research and trends is included as well. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Schizo.wps

Diagnosing and Labeling the Mentally Ill / 18th & 19th Century Views
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An in-depth 12 page research paper on how poorly the mentally-ill were treated during the 18th and w19th centuries when terms such as "loony" and "insane" were common. Some of the ridiculous ideas from those years pertaining to how mental illness was caused are explored as well (i.e., partying, masturbation, criminal activity, etc;). Key historic figures involved in mental health labeling are identified and the writer presents some of the more common atrocities known to be found in the asylums of yesteryear. Excellent analysis is provided. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Mentillh.wps

Diagnosis and Treatment of Bipolar Disorder
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This 5 page paper focuses attention on describing and providing criteria for the disorder form the DSM-IV. Treatment options are included. Prevalence of the disease is discussed as well as a tendency for certain populations to be more prone to manic-depression. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: SA146Bi.rtf

Dissociative Identity Disorder
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This 25 page paper provides a descriptive analysis of Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID), also called multiple personality disorder. This paper outlines the DSM-IV description and diagnosis, the etiology, as well as procedures and clinical cases that correspond with this disorder. Bibliography lists 20 sources.
Filename: MHDissid.wps

Dual Diagnosis: Schizophrenia And Substance Abuse
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A 6 page paper. Dual diagnosis presents a challenge to the therapist or counselor. There are few treatment approaches that address both conditions simultaneously despite the fact that substance abuse is prevalent among the mentally ill. This essay discusses the incidence of dual diagnosis and treatment programs. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: PGdual.wps

Eating Disorders
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This 6 page paper provides an overview of the three primary eating disorders, anorexia, bulimia and compulsive eating disorder. This paper provides an overview of each of these disorders and then considers both the cause and effect. This paper outlines the role that society plays in defining gender expectations and the best approach to addressing the needs of a person with one or more of these disorders. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: MHeatdi3.wps

Effective Interventions for Attention Deficit Disorder / A Review of Literature:
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This 13 page paper provides an overview of three articles that present interventions and outcomes for children with attention deficit disorder (ADD). This review of literature is considered for use in an example of an African American child with ADD who has demonstrated disruptiveness in the classroom setting and one intervention is selected as a means of improving his classroom behavior. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: MHADDint.wps

Emergence
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A five page paper which looks at Temple Grandin's autobiographical work Emergence, which deals with her experiences with autism and the ways in which she learned to cope with the condition and integrate into mainstream society. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: JLemergen.rtf

Examining Issues Surrounding Developmental Disabilities
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6 pages in length. The writer discusses the following issues as they relate to developmental disabilities: federal definition; standardized testing; classification; historical trends and treatments; normalization and social role valorization; social services; supplemental benefits; and guardianship. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: TLCdevel.wps

Fetishism and Partialism
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A 7 page paper which discusses fetishism and partialism. The paper focuses on leather fetish and foot partialism, discussing and defining the two, and then examining how the two differ in relationship to psychological considerations. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: RAfetish.wps