PSYC120– Abnormal Psychology

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COMPLETE WEEK 1- 7.5

Deliverable items for the Portfolio Project will be required at different points during the course. Details for each submission are included below in the Deliverable Descriptions.

Scenario

You have been hired to put together some educational research on psychological disorders. The company you work for asked you to construct a chart that can be used as a quick reference on three disorders of your choice. The chart must include:

  • Symptoms of the disorder
  • The population affected (including age and gender)
  • Possible co-occuring disorders
  • Cultural importance
  • Influence of heredity/biology

The company has specifically asked that you also write a narrative that explains how each selected disorder might affect a person’s ability to be employed.The company plans to share this information with employers in hopes of increasing education and reducing stigma surrounding psychological disorders.

Directions

Choose three of the psychological disorders listed below. Then using the template provided, fill out each column with the information needed. Use the example given in the template (Dissociative Identity Disorder) as a guide for the three disorders you choose.After completing the table and receiving feedback, you will write your narrative.

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