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Due Nov 16 by 10:59pm
Points 97
Submitting a text entry box or a file upload
Attempts 0
Allowed Attempts 2

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ASSIGNMENT 2: CASE STUDY—TIMOTHY

Imagine that you are a psychologist at a local mental health center. Meet Timothy, a fictitious client
who is visiting a psychologist for the first time. During his visit, Timothy shares a series of symptoms
and experiences that are having a negative impact on his daily life.

For this Assignment, you will evaluate Timothy's case file, engage with artificial intelligence (AI), and
apply your knowledge of assessment and the DSM-5 criteria to consider the diagnosis that may be
the best fit. You also will examine effective treatment options to support Timothy's mental health and
well-being.

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Submit a 600- to 1,000-word paper in which you:

Ask AI to identify the diagnosis/diagnoses that best fit the information in Timothy’s case file.
Copy and paste the question you asked the AI chatbot and the response you received.

Based on your knowledge of the DSM-5 clinical criteria, explain why you feel AI's
diagnosis/es was right or wrong. If wrong, provide another diagnosis. Identify and explain
two specific clinical criteria that Timothy meets for the diagnosis you believe best fits him.
Identify and explain two additional pieces of information that you would want to obtain in the
clinical interview and/or through testing to further support your diagnosis and explain how
they would affect your assessment.
Identify and explain the treatment option you think would work best for Timothy based on
his clinical presentation.
Describe two challenges that Timothy could face because of the disorder (e.g., inability to
maintain work, ruptured family relationships) and explain a strategy that could be used to
address each.

To demonstrate what you learned this week, be sure to support your work by referring to
specific information from the learning resources. Cite and reference the sources you use.

Be sure to review the Week 6 Assignment 2 Rubric to understand the specific grading criteria
your Instructor will use to evaluate your work.

Before submitting your final assignment, you can check your draft for originality. To check your
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PSYC_3004_Week6_Assignment2_Rubric

Criteria Ratings Pts

Asked AI to
identify
diagnoses
based on
information in
case file.
Copied and
pasted the
question and
response in
the
submission.

12 pts

Explained
why they
believed the
AI's
diagnosis/es
were right or
wrong. If
wrong,
provided an
alternative
diagnosis.
Identified and
explained two
clinical criteria
Timothy met
for their
alternative
diagnosis.

20 pts

Identified and
explained two
additional
pieces of
information
they would

20 pts

12 to >11.0 pts
Exemplary (Exceeds
Expectations)
This component is fully
addressed and logically
presented.

11 to >8.0 pts
Proficient (Meets
Expectations)
This component is
addressed. Further
development would
strengthen this
component.

8 to >0 pts
Developing (Does Not
Fully Meet Expectations)
This component is not
present or not clearly
addressed.

20 to >18.0 pts
Exemplary (Exceeds
Expectations)
This component is fully
addressed and logically
presented.

18 to >14.0 pts
Proficient (Meets
Expectations)
This component is
addressed. Further
development would
strengthen this
component.

14 to >0 pts
Developing (Does Not
Fully Meet Expectations)
This component is not
present or not clearly
addressed.

20 to >18.0 pts
Exemplary (Exceeds
Expectations)
This component is fully
addressed and logically
presented.

18 to >14.0 pts
Proficient (Meets
Expectations)
This component is
addressed. Further
development would

14 to >0 pts
Developing (Does Not
Fully Meet Expectations)
This component is not
present or not clearly
addressed.

Criteria Ratings Pts

want to obtain
in the clinical
interview or
through
testing to
support their
diagnosis,
and explained
how those
would affect
their
assessment.

Identified and
explained the
treatment
option they
believed
would work
best for
Timothy
based on his
clinical
presentation.

12 pts

Described two
challenges
that Timothy
could face
because of
the disorder
and explained
a strategy that
could be used
to address
each.

15 pts

strengthen this
component.

12 to >11.0 pts
Exemplary (Exceeds
Expectations)

This component is fully
addressed and logically
presented.

11 to >8.0 pts
Proficient (Meets
Expectations)

This component is
addressed. Further
development would
strengthen this
component.

8 to >0 pts
Developing (Does Not
Fully Meet Expectations)

This component is not
present or not clearly
addressed.

15 to >13.0 pts
Exemplary (Exceeds
Expectations)

This component is fully
addressed and logically
presented.

13 to >10.0 pts
Proficient (Meets
Expectations)

This component is
addressed. Further
development would
strengthen this
component.

10 to >0 pts
Developing (Does Not
Fully Meet Expectations)

This component is not
present or not clearly
addressed.

Criteria Ratings Pts

Format and
Writing

10 pts

Timeliness

8 pts

Total Points: 97

10 to >9.0 pts
Exemplary (Exceeds
Expectations)
Any spelling, grammar, and/or
punctuation deviations from
Standard Academic English are
minor and do not affect clear
communication. Communication
demonstrates discipline-specific
conventions, such as stylistic
choices appropriate to an
academic audience. Work
includes multiple explicit
mentions of concepts or ideas
from the required sources, if
specified by the assignment.
These concepts or ideas are
correctly cited and formatted in
accordance with APA
guidelines. A reference page
and/or a title page are included,
if specified by the assignment,
and properly formatted in APA
style.

9 to >7.0 pts
Proficient (Meets
Expectations)
Submission contains
few spelling, grammar,
and/or punctuation
deviations from
Standard Academic
English OR these
deviations do not affect
clear communication.
Work includes one or
more explicit mentions
of a concept or idea
from the required
sources, if specified by
the
assignment/discussion’s
directions and an
attempt at using APA to
cite the source has been
made. A reference page
and/or a title page are
included, if specified by
the assignment.

7 to >0 pts
Developing (Does Not
Fully Meet
Expectations)

Multiple spelling,
grammar, and/or
punctuation deviations
from Standard
Academic English affect
clear communication.
Work does not include
any explicit mention of
concepts or ideas from
the required resources,
OR it contains one or
more explicit mention of
a concept or idea from
the required sources,
but without attempting to
cite the source.

8 to >7.0 pts
Exemplary (Exceeds
Expectations)
The assignment was
submitted on time unless
there was a prior
agreement with the
instructor.

7 to >5.0 pts
Proficient (Meets
Expectations)
The assignment was
submitted within 7 days of
the due date.

5 to >0 pts
Developing (Does Not
Fully Meet Expectations)
The assignment was not
submitted within 7 days of
the due date.

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Due Nov 9 by 10:59pm
Points 88
Submitting a text entry box or a file upload
Attempts 0
Allowed Attempts 2

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LIVING WITH SCHIZOPHRENIA

Schizophrenia is a disorder that garners much interest, likely due to its unique aspects, such as the
presence of delusions, hallucinations, disorganized thinking, and inappropriate affect, all of which
are referred to as positive symptoms.

In this Assignment, you will explore patient accounts and experiences with schizophrenia in light of
the current research and understanding of the disorder, its presentation, and its treatment.

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Barch, D. M. (2025). Schizophrenia spectrum disorders
(https://nobaproject.com/modules/schizophrenia-spectrum-disorders) .
In R. Biswas-Diener & E. Diener (Eds.), Noba textbook series:
Psychology. DEF Publishers. http://noba.to/5d98nsy4

Time Estimate: 34 min

Copyright 2025 by Deanna M. Barch is licensed under a Creative
Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International
License. Permissions beyond the scope of this license may be available
in our Licensing Agreement.

Konrad, M., Cummings, J. A., Pelz, B., & Herkimer Community
College. (2020). Introduction to psychological disorders. College of
Southern Idaho. https://csi.pressbooks.pub/introtopsychdisorders/

“Case Studies of Fictional Characters: Schizophrenia”
(https://csi.pressbooks.pub/introtopsychdisorders/chapter/schizoph
renia/)

Time Estimate: 7 min

Copyright © 2020 by Michael Konrad; Jorden A. Cummings; Bill Pelz;
and Herkimer Community College is licensed under a Creative
Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International
License, except where otherwise noted.

Standford Center for Health Education. (2022, July 20).
Schizophrenia: Early signs & treatment options
(https://youtu.be/0-fAqgTYmKs?si=3J0pNuFYpPkFOf6A) | Stanford
[Video]. YouTube. https://youtu.be/0-fAqgTYmKs?
si=3J0pNuFYpPkFOf6A

Time Estimate: 9 min
TEDx Talks. (2017, March 27). I am not a monster: Schizophrenia

(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM) | Cecilia
McGough | TEDxPSU [Video]. YouTube.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM

Time Estimate: 15 min

Resources 

[https://nobaproject.com/modules/schizophrenia-spectrum-disorders](https://nobaproject.com/modules/schizophrenia-spectrum-disorders)

[https://nobaproject.com/modules/schizophrenia-spectrum-disorders](https://nobaproject.com/modules/schizophrenia-spectrum-disorders)

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[https://nobaproject.com/modules/schizophrenia-spectrum-disorders](https://nobaproject.com/modules/schizophrenia-spectrum-disorders)

[https://csi.pressbooks.pub/introtopsychdisorders/chapter/schizophrenia/](https://csi.pressbooks.pub/introtopsychdisorders/chapter/schizophrenia/)

[https://csi.pressbooks.pub/introtopsychdisorders/chapter/schizophrenia/](https://csi.pressbooks.pub/introtopsychdisorders/chapter/schizophrenia/)

[https://csi.pressbooks.pub/introtopsychdisorders/chapter/schizophrenia/](https://csi.pressbooks.pub/introtopsychdisorders/chapter/schizophrenia/)

[https://csi.pressbooks.pub/introtopsychdisorders/chapter/schizophrenia/](https://csi.pressbooks.pub/introtopsychdisorders/chapter/schizophrenia/)

[https://csi.pressbooks.pub/introtopsychdisorders/chapter/schizophrenia/](https://csi.pressbooks.pub/introtopsychdisorders/chapter/schizophrenia/)

[https://youtu.be/0-fAqgTYmKs?si=3J0pNuFYpPkFOf6A](https://youtu.be/0-fAqgTYmKs?si=3J0pNuFYpPkFOf6A)

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[https://youtu.be/0-fAqgTYmKs?si=3J0pNuFYpPkFOf6A](https://youtu.be/0-fAqgTYmKs?si=3J0pNuFYpPkFOf6A)

[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM)

[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM)

[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM)

[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM)

PSYC_3004_Week5_Assignment_Rubric

Submit a 500- to 900-word paper in which you:

Briefly explain the key clinical criteria needed for a diagnosis of schizophrenia.
Describe how one clinical criterion was demonstrated by the individual in the video
Schizophrenia: Early Signs & Treatment Options (https://www.youtube.com/watch?
v=0-fAqgTYmKs) or I Am Not A Monster: Schizophrenia
(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM) and provide an example.
Explain one misconception related to schizophrenia and why you think it exists.
Explain one environmental factor that is generally believed to influence the development of
schizophrenia in an individual.
Explain one reason why schizophrenia is challenging to treat and one factor that can help
improve treatment success.

To demonstrate what you learned this week, be sure to support your work by referring to
specific information from the learning resources. Cite and reference the sources you use.

Be sure to review the Week 5 Assignment Rubric to understand the specific grading criteria
your Instructor will use to evaluate your work.

Before submitting your final assignment, you can check your draft for originality. To check your
draft, access the Turnitin Drafts from the Start Here area.

To submit your completed assignment, save your Assignment.

1. Then, click on Start Assignment near the top of the page.
2. Next, click on Upload File and select Submit Assignment for review.

BY DAY 7

SUBMISSION INFORMATION

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[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0-fAqgTYmKs](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0-fAqgTYmKs)

[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0-fAqgTYmKs](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0-fAqgTYmKs)

[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM)

[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM)

[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM)

[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM)

Criteria Ratings Pts

Explained the
key clinical
criteria
required for a
diagnosis of
schizophrenia.

10 pts

Described how
one clinical
criterion was
demonstrated
by the
individual in
one of the
videos.

15 pts

Explained one
misconception
about
schizophrenia
and why they
believe it
exists.

15 pts

Explained one
environmental
factor believed
to influence
the
development
of
schizophrenia.

15 pts

Explained one
reason why
schizophrenia

15 pts

10 to >9.0 pts
Exemplary (Exceeds
Expectations)
This component is fully
addressed and logically
presented.

9 to >7.0 pts
Proficient (Meets
Expectations)
This component is
addressed. Further
development would
strengthen this
component.

7 to >0 pts
Developing (Does Not
Fully Meet Expectations)
This component is not
present or not clearly
addressed.

15 to >13.0 pts
Exemplary (Exceeds
Expectations)
This component is fully
addressed and logically
presented.

13 to >10.0 pts
Proficient (Meets
Expectations)
This component is
addressed. Further
development would
strengthen this
component.

10 to >0 pts
Developing (Does Not
Fully Meet Expectations)
This component is not
present or not clearly
addressed.

15 to >13.0 pts
Exemplary (Exceeds
Expectations)
This component is fully
addressed and logically
presented.

13 to >10.0 pts
Proficient (Meets
Expectations)
This component is
addressed. Further
development would
strengthen this
component.

10 to >0 pts
Developing (Does Not
Fully Meet Expectations)
This component is not
present or not clearly
addressed.

15 to >13.0 pts
Exemplary (Exceeds
Expectations)
This component is fully
addressed and logically
presented.

13 to >10.0 pts
Proficient (Meets
Expectations)
This component is
addressed. Further
development would
strengthen this
component.

10 to >0 pts
Developing (Does Not
Fully Meet Expectations)
This component is not
present or not clearly
addressed.

15 to >13.0 pts
Exemplary (Exceeds
Expectations)

13 to >10.0 pts
Proficient (Meets
Expectations)

10 to >0 pts
Developing (Does Not
Fully Meet Expectations)

Criteria Ratings Pts

is challenging
to treat as well
as one factor
that can
improve
treatment
success.

Format and
Writing

10 pts

Timeliness

8 pts

The assignment was
submitted on time unless
there was a prior
agreement with the
instructor.

The assignment was
submitted within 7 days of
the due date.

The assignment was not
submitted within 7 days of
the due date.

10 to >9.0 pts
Exemplary (Exceeds
Expectations)

Any spelling, grammar, and/or
punctuation deviations from
Standard Academic English are
minor and do not affect clear
communication. Communication
demonstrates discipline-specific
conventions, such as stylistic
choices appropriate to an
academic audience. Work
includes multiple explicit
mentions of concepts or ideas
from the required sources, if
specified by the assignment.
These concepts or ideas are
correctly cited and formatted in
accordance with APA
guidelines. A reference page
and/or a title page are included,
if specified by the assignment,
and properly formatted in APA
style.

9 to >7.0 pts
Proficient (Meets
Expectations)

Submission contains
few spelling, grammar,
and/or punctuation
deviations from
Standard Academic
English OR these
deviations do not affect
clear communication.
Work includes one or
more explicit mentions
of a concept or idea
from the required
sources, if specified by
the
assignment/discussion’s
directions and an
attempt at using APA to
cite the source has
been made. A reference
page and/or a title page
are included, if specified
by the assignment.

7 to >0 pts
Developing (Does Not
Fully Meet
Expectations)
Multiple spelling,
grammar, and/or
punctuation deviations
from Standard
Academic English
affect clear
communication. Work
does not include any
explicit mention of
concepts or ideas from
the required resources,
OR it contains one or
more explicit mention of
a concept or idea from
the required sources,
but without attempting
to cite the source.

8 to >7.0 pts
Exemplary (Exceeds
Expectations)
The assignment was
submitted on time unless
there was a prior
agreement with the
instructor.

7 to >5.0 pts
Proficient (Meets
Expectations)
The assignment was
submitted within 7 days of
the due date.

5 to >0 pts
Developing (Does Not
Fully Meet Expectations)
The assignment was not
submitted within 7 days of
the due date.

Total Points: 88

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**## Week6_Assignment5.pdf**

Due Nov 16 by 10:59pm
Points 97
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ASSIGNMENT 2: CASE STUDY—TIMOTHY

Imagine that you are a psychologist at a local mental health center. Meet Timothy, a fictitious client
who is visiting a psychologist for the first time. During his visit, Timothy shares a series of symptoms
and experiences that are having a negative impact on his daily life.

For this Assignment, you will evaluate Timothy's case file, engage with artificial intelligence (AI), and
apply your knowledge of assessment and the DSM-5 criteria to consider the diagnosis that may be
the best fit. You also will examine effective treatment options to support Timothy's mental health and
well-being.

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RESOURCES

Document: Case Study: Timothy
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Reading 

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Submit a 600- to 1,000-word paper in which you:

Ask AI to identify the diagnosis/diagnoses that best fit the information in Timothy’s case file.
Copy and paste the question you asked the AI chatbot and the response you received.

Based on your knowledge of the DSM-5 clinical criteria, explain why you feel AI's
diagnosis/es was right or wrong. If wrong, provide another diagnosis. Identify and explain
two specific clinical criteria that Timothy meets for the diagnosis you believe best fits him.
Identify and explain two additional pieces of information that you would want to obtain in the
clinical interview and/or through testing to further support your diagnosis and explain how
they would affect your assessment.
Identify and explain the treatment option you think would work best for Timothy based on
his clinical presentation.
Describe two challenges that Timothy could face because of the disorder (e.g., inability to
maintain work, ruptured family relationships) and explain a strategy that could be used to
address each.

To demonstrate what you learned this week, be sure to support your work by referring to
specific information from the learning resources. Cite and reference the sources you use.

Be sure to review the Week 6 Assignment 2 Rubric to understand the specific grading criteria
your Instructor will use to evaluate your work.

Before submitting your final assignment, you can check your draft for originality. To check your
draft, access the Turnitin Drafts from the Start Here area.

To submit your completed assignment, save your Assignment.

1. Then, click on Start Assignment near the top of the page.
2. Next, click on Upload File and select Submit Assignment for review.

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PSYC_3004_Week6_Assignment2_Rubric

Criteria Ratings Pts

Asked AI to
identify
diagnoses
based on
information in
case file.
Copied and
pasted the
question and
response in
the
submission.

12 pts

Explained
why they
believed the
AI's
diagnosis/es
were right or
wrong. If
wrong,
provided an
alternative
diagnosis.
Identified and
explained two
clinical criteria
Timothy met
for their
alternative
diagnosis.

20 pts

Identified and
explained two
additional
pieces of
information
they would

20 pts

12 to >11.0 pts
Exemplary (Exceeds
Expectations)
This component is fully
addressed and logically
presented.

11 to >8.0 pts
Proficient (Meets
Expectations)
This component is
addressed. Further
development would
strengthen this
component.

8 to >0 pts
Developing (Does Not
Fully Meet Expectations)
This component is not
present or not clearly
addressed.

20 to >18.0 pts
Exemplary (Exceeds
Expectations)
This component is fully
addressed and logically
presented.

18 to >14.0 pts
Proficient (Meets
Expectations)
This component is
addressed. Further
development would
strengthen this
component.

14 to >0 pts
Developing (Does Not
Fully Meet Expectations)
This component is not
present or not clearly
addressed.

20 to >18.0 pts
Exemplary (Exceeds
Expectations)
This component is fully
addressed and logically
presented.

18 to >14.0 pts
Proficient (Meets
Expectations)
This component is
addressed. Further
development would

14 to >0 pts
Developing (Does Not
Fully Meet Expectations)
This component is not
present or not clearly
addressed.

Criteria Ratings Pts

want to obtain
in the clinical
interview or
through
testing to
support their
diagnosis,
and explained
how those
would affect
their
assessment.

Identified and
explained the
treatment
option they
believed
would work
best for
Timothy
based on his
clinical
presentation.

12 pts

Described two
challenges
that Timothy
could face
because of
the disorder
and explained
a strategy that
could be used
to address
each.

15 pts

strengthen this
component.

12 to >11.0 pts
Exemplary (Exceeds
Expectations)

This component is fully
addressed and logically
presented.

11 to >8.0 pts
Proficient (Meets
Expectations)

This component is
addressed. Further
development would
strengthen this
component.

8 to >0 pts
Developing (Does Not
Fully Meet Expectations)

This component is not
present or not clearly
addressed.

15 to >13.0 pts
Exemplary (Exceeds
Expectations)

This component is fully
addressed and logically
presented.

13 to >10.0 pts
Proficient (Meets
Expectations)

This component is
addressed. Further
development would
strengthen this
component.

10 to >0 pts
Developing (Does Not
Fully Meet Expectations)

This component is not
present or not clearly
addressed.

Criteria Ratings Pts

Format and
Writing

10 pts

Timeliness

8 pts

Total Points: 97

10 to >9.0 pts
Exemplary (Exceeds
Expectations)
Any spelling, grammar, and/or
punctuation deviations from
Standard Academic English are
minor and do not affect clear
communication. Communication
demonstrates discipline-specific
conventions, such as stylistic
choices appropriate to an
academic audience. Work
includes multiple explicit
mentions of concepts or ideas
from the required sources, if
specified by the assignment.
These concepts or ideas are
correctly cited and formatted in
accordance with APA
guidelines. A reference page
and/or a title page are included,
if specified by the assignment,
and properly formatted in APA
style.

9 to >7.0 pts
Proficient (Meets
Expectations)
Submission contains
few spelling, grammar,
and/or punctuation
deviations from
Standard Academic
English OR these
deviations do not affect
clear communication.
Work includes one or
more explicit mentions
of a concept or idea
from the required
sources, if specified by
the
assignment/discussion’s
directions and an
attempt at using APA to
cite the source has been
made. A reference page
and/or a title page are
included, if specified by
the assignment.

7 to >0 pts
Developing (Does Not
Fully Meet
Expectations)

Multiple spelling,
grammar, and/or
punctuation deviations
from Standard
Academic English affect
clear communication.
Work does not include
any explicit mention of
concepts or ideas from
the required resources,
OR it contains one or
more explicit mention of
a concept or idea from
the required sources,
but without attempting to
cite the source.

8 to >7.0 pts
Exemplary (Exceeds
Expectations)
The assignment was
submitted on time unless
there was a prior
agreement with the
instructor.

7 to >5.0 pts
Proficient (Meets
Expectations)
The assignment was
submitted within 7 days of
the due date.

5 to >0 pts
Developing (Does Not
Fully Meet Expectations)
The assignment was not
submitted within 7 days of
the due date.

**## Week5_Assignment6.pdf**

Due Nov 9 by 10:59pm
Points 88
Submitting a text entry box or a file upload
Attempts 0
Allowed Attempts 2

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LIVING WITH SCHIZOPHRENIA

Schizophrenia is a disorder that garners much interest, likely due to its unique aspects, such as the
presence of delusions, hallucinations, disorganized thinking, and inappropriate affect, all of which
are referred to as positive symptoms.

In this Assignment, you will explore patient accounts and experiences with schizophrenia in light of
the current research and understanding of the disorder, its presentation, and its treatment.

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RESOURCES

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Barch, D. M. (2025). Schizophrenia spectrum disorders
(https://nobaproject.com/modules/schizophrenia-spectrum-disorders) .
In R. Biswas-Diener & E. Diener (Eds.), Noba textbook series:
Psychology. DEF Publishers. http://noba.to/5d98nsy4

Time Estimate: 34 min

Copyright 2025 by Deanna M. Barch is licensed under a Creative
Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International
License. Permissions beyond the scope of this license may be available
in our Licensing Agreement.

Konrad, M., Cummings, J. A., Pelz, B., & Herkimer Community
College. (2020). Introduction to psychological disorders. College of
Southern Idaho. https://csi.pressbooks.pub/introtopsychdisorders/

“Case Studies of Fictional Characters: Schizophrenia”
(https://csi.pressbooks.pub/introtopsychdisorders/chapter/schizoph
renia/)

Time Estimate: 7 min

Copyright © 2020 by Michael Konrad; Jorden A. Cummings; Bill Pelz;
and Herkimer Community College is licensed under a Creative
Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International
License, except where otherwise noted.

Standford Center for Health Education. (2022, July 20).
Schizophrenia: Early signs & treatment options
(https://youtu.be/0-fAqgTYmKs?si=3J0pNuFYpPkFOf6A) | Stanford
[Video]. YouTube. https://youtu.be/0-fAqgTYmKs?
si=3J0pNuFYpPkFOf6A

Time Estimate: 9 min
TEDx Talks. (2017, March 27). I am not a monster: Schizophrenia

(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM) | Cecilia
McGough | TEDxPSU [Video]. YouTube.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM

Time Estimate: 15 min

Resources 

[https://nobaproject.com/modules/schizophrenia-spectrum-disorders](https://nobaproject.com/modules/schizophrenia-spectrum-disorders)

[https://nobaproject.com/modules/schizophrenia-spectrum-disorders](https://nobaproject.com/modules/schizophrenia-spectrum-disorders)

[https://nobaproject.com/modules/schizophrenia-spectrum-disorders](https://nobaproject.com/modules/schizophrenia-spectrum-disorders)

[https://nobaproject.com/modules/schizophrenia-spectrum-disorders](https://nobaproject.com/modules/schizophrenia-spectrum-disorders)

[https://csi.pressbooks.pub/introtopsychdisorders/chapter/schizophrenia/](https://csi.pressbooks.pub/introtopsychdisorders/chapter/schizophrenia/)

[https://csi.pressbooks.pub/introtopsychdisorders/chapter/schizophrenia/](https://csi.pressbooks.pub/introtopsychdisorders/chapter/schizophrenia/)

[https://csi.pressbooks.pub/introtopsychdisorders/chapter/schizophrenia/](https://csi.pressbooks.pub/introtopsychdisorders/chapter/schizophrenia/)

[https://csi.pressbooks.pub/introtopsychdisorders/chapter/schizophrenia/](https://csi.pressbooks.pub/introtopsychdisorders/chapter/schizophrenia/)

[https://csi.pressbooks.pub/introtopsychdisorders/chapter/schizophrenia/](https://csi.pressbooks.pub/introtopsychdisorders/chapter/schizophrenia/)

[https://youtu.be/0-fAqgTYmKs?si=3J0pNuFYpPkFOf6A](https://youtu.be/0-fAqgTYmKs?si=3J0pNuFYpPkFOf6A)

[https://youtu.be/0-fAqgTYmKs?si=3J0pNuFYpPkFOf6A](https://youtu.be/0-fAqgTYmKs?si=3J0pNuFYpPkFOf6A)

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[https://youtu.be/0-fAqgTYmKs?si=3J0pNuFYpPkFOf6A](https://youtu.be/0-fAqgTYmKs?si=3J0pNuFYpPkFOf6A)

[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM)

[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM)

[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM)

[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM)

PSYC_3004_Week5_Assignment_Rubric

Submit a 500- to 900-word paper in which you:

Briefly explain the key clinical criteria needed for a diagnosis of schizophrenia.
Describe how one clinical criterion was demonstrated by the individual in the video
Schizophrenia: Early Signs & Treatment Options (https://www.youtube.com/watch?
v=0-fAqgTYmKs) or I Am Not A Monster: Schizophrenia
(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM) and provide an example.
Explain one misconception related to schizophrenia and why you think it exists.
Explain one environmental factor that is generally believed to influence the development of
schizophrenia in an individual.
Explain one reason why schizophrenia is challenging to treat and one factor that can help
improve treatment success.

To demonstrate what you learned this week, be sure to support your work by referring to
specific information from the learning resources. Cite and reference the sources you use.

Be sure to review the Week 5 Assignment Rubric to understand the specific grading criteria
your Instructor will use to evaluate your work.

Before submitting your final assignment, you can check your draft for originality. To check your
draft, access the Turnitin Drafts from the Start Here area.

To submit your completed assignment, save your Assignment.

1. Then, click on Start Assignment near the top of the page.
2. Next, click on Upload File and select Submit Assignment for review.

BY DAY 7

SUBMISSION INFORMATION

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[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0-fAqgTYmKs](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0-fAqgTYmKs)

[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0-fAqgTYmKs](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0-fAqgTYmKs)

[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0-fAqgTYmKs](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0-fAqgTYmKs)

[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM)

[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM)

[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM)

[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM)

Criteria Ratings Pts

Explained the
key clinical
criteria
required for a
diagnosis of
schizophrenia.

10 pts

Described how
one clinical
criterion was
demonstrated
by the
individual in
one of the
videos.

15 pts

Explained one
misconception
about
schizophrenia
and why they
believe it
exists.

15 pts

Explained one
environmental
factor believed
to influence
the
development
of
schizophrenia.

15 pts

Explained one
reason why
schizophrenia

15 pts

10 to >9.0 pts
Exemplary (Exceeds
Expectations)
This component is fully
addressed and logically
presented.

9 to >7.0 pts
Proficient (Meets
Expectations)
This component is
addressed. Further
development would
strengthen this
component.

7 to >0 pts
Developing (Does Not
Fully Meet Expectations)
This component is not
present or not clearly
addressed.

15 to >13.0 pts
Exemplary (Exceeds
Expectations)
This component is fully
addressed and logically
presented.

13 to >10.0 pts
Proficient (Meets
Expectations)
This component is
addressed. Further
development would
strengthen this
component.

10 to >0 pts
Developing (Does Not
Fully Meet Expectations)
This component is not
present or not clearly
addressed.

15 to >13.0 pts
Exemplary (Exceeds
Expectations)
This component is fully
addressed and logically
presented.

13 to >10.0 pts
Proficient (Meets
Expectations)
This component is
addressed. Further
development would
strengthen this
component.

10 to >0 pts
Developing (Does Not
Fully Meet Expectations)
This component is not
present or not clearly
addressed.

15 to >13.0 pts
Exemplary (Exceeds
Expectations)
This component is fully
addressed and logically
presented.

13 to >10.0 pts
Proficient (Meets
Expectations)
This component is
addressed. Further
development would
strengthen this
component.

10 to >0 pts
Developing (Does Not
Fully Meet Expectations)
This component is not
present or not clearly
addressed.

15 to >13.0 pts
Exemplary (Exceeds
Expectations)

13 to >10.0 pts
Proficient (Meets
Expectations)

10 to >0 pts
Developing (Does Not
Fully Meet Expectations)

Criteria Ratings Pts

is challenging
to treat as well
as one factor
that can
improve
treatment
success.

Format and
Writing

10 pts

Timeliness

8 pts

The assignment was
submitted on time unless
there was a prior
agreement with the
instructor.

The assignment was
submitted within 7 days of
the due date.

The assignment was not
submitted within 7 days of
the due date.

10 to >9.0 pts
Exemplary (Exceeds
Expectations)

Any spelling, grammar, and/or
punctuation deviations from
Standard Academic English are
minor and do not affect clear
communication. Communication
demonstrates discipline-specific
conventions, such as stylistic
choices appropriate to an
academic audience. Work
includes multiple explicit
mentions of concepts or ideas
from the required sources, if
specified by the assignment.
These concepts or ideas are
correctly cited and formatted in
accordance with APA
guidelines. A reference page
and/or a title page are included,
if specified by the assignment,
and properly formatted in APA
style.

9 to >7.0 pts
Proficient (Meets
Expectations)

Submission contains
few spelling, grammar,
and/or punctuation
deviations from
Standard Academic
English OR these
deviations do not affect
clear communication.
Work includes one or
more explicit mentions
of a concept or idea
from the required
sources, if specified by
the
assignment/discussion’s
directions and an
attempt at using APA to
cite the source has
been made. A reference
page and/or a title page
are included, if specified
by the assignment.

7 to >0 pts
Developing (Does Not
Fully Meet
Expectations)
Multiple spelling,
grammar, and/or
punctuation deviations
from Standard
Academic English
affect clear
communication. Work
does not include any
explicit mention of
concepts or ideas from
the required resources,
OR it contains one or
more explicit mention of
a concept or idea from
the required sources,
but without attempting
to cite the source.

8 to >7.0 pts
Exemplary (Exceeds
Expectations)
The assignment was
submitted on time unless
there was a prior
agreement with the
instructor.

7 to >5.0 pts
Proficient (Meets
Expectations)
The assignment was
submitted within 7 days of
the due date.

5 to >0 pts
Developing (Does Not
Fully Meet Expectations)
The assignment was not
submitted within 7 days of
the due date.

Total Points: 88

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**## Week6_Assignment5.pdf**

Due Nov 16 by 10:59pm
Points 97
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Allowed Attempts 2

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ASSIGNMENT 2: CASE STUDY—TIMOTHY

Imagine that you are a psychologist at a local mental health center. Meet Timothy, a fictitious client
who is visiting a psychologist for the first time. During his visit, Timothy shares a series of symptoms
and experiences that are having a negative impact on his daily life.

For this Assignment, you will evaluate Timothy's case file, engage with artificial intelligence (AI), and
apply your knowledge of assessment and the DSM-5 criteria to consider the diagnosis that may be
the best fit. You also will examine effective treatment options to support Timothy's mental health and
well-being.

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RESOURCES

Document: Case Study: Timothy
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Reading 

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Submit a 600- to 1,000-word paper in which you:

Ask AI to identify the diagnosis/diagnoses that best fit the information in Timothy’s case file.
Copy and paste the question you asked the AI chatbot and the response you received.

Based on your knowledge of the DSM-5 clinical criteria, explain why you feel AI's
diagnosis/es was right or wrong. If wrong, provide another diagnosis. Identify and explain
two specific clinical criteria that Timothy meets for the diagnosis you believe best fits him.
Identify and explain two additional pieces of information that you would want to obtain in the
clinical interview and/or through testing to further support your diagnosis and explain how
they would affect your assessment.
Identify and explain the treatment option you think would work best for Timothy based on
his clinical presentation.
Describe two challenges that Timothy could face because of the disorder (e.g., inability to
maintain work, ruptured family relationships) and explain a strategy that could be used to
address each.

To demonstrate what you learned this week, be sure to support your work by referring to
specific information from the learning resources. Cite and reference the sources you use.

Be sure to review the Week 6 Assignment 2 Rubric to understand the specific grading criteria
your Instructor will use to evaluate your work.

Before submitting your final assignment, you can check your draft for originality. To check your
draft, access the Turnitin Drafts from the Start Here area.

To submit your completed assignment, save your Assignment.

1. Then, click on Start Assignment near the top of the page.
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PSYC_3004_Week6_Assignment2_Rubric

Criteria Ratings Pts

Asked AI to
identify
diagnoses
based on
information in
case file.
Copied and
pasted the
question and
response in
the
submission.

12 pts

Explained
why they
believed the
AI's
diagnosis/es
were right or
wrong. If
wrong,
provided an
alternative
diagnosis.
Identified and
explained two
clinical criteria
Timothy met
for their
alternative
diagnosis.

20 pts

Identified and
explained two
additional
pieces of
information
they would

20 pts

12 to >11.0 pts
Exemplary (Exceeds
Expectations)
This component is fully
addressed and logically
presented.

11 to >8.0 pts
Proficient (Meets
Expectations)
This component is
addressed. Further
development would
strengthen this
component.

8 to >0 pts
Developing (Does Not
Fully Meet Expectations)
This component is not
present or not clearly
addressed.

20 to >18.0 pts
Exemplary (Exceeds
Expectations)
This component is fully
addressed and logically
presented.

18 to >14.0 pts
Proficient (Meets
Expectations)
This component is
addressed. Further
development would
strengthen this
component.

14 to >0 pts
Developing (Does Not
Fully Meet Expectations)
This component is not
present or not clearly
addressed.

20 to >18.0 pts
Exemplary (Exceeds
Expectations)
This component is fully
addressed and logically
presented.

18 to >14.0 pts
Proficient (Meets
Expectations)
This component is
addressed. Further
development would

14 to >0 pts
Developing (Does Not
Fully Meet Expectations)
This component is not
present or not clearly
addressed.

Criteria Ratings Pts

want to obtain
in the clinical
interview or
through
testing to
support their
diagnosis,
and explained
how those
would affect
their
assessment.

Identified and
explained the
treatment
option they
believed
would work
best for
Timothy
based on his
clinical
presentation.

12 pts

Described two
challenges
that Timothy
could face
because of
the disorder
and explained
a strategy that
could be used
to address
each.

15 pts

strengthen this
component.

12 to >11.0 pts
Exemplary (Exceeds
Expectations)

This component is fully
addressed and logically
presented.

11 to >8.0 pts
Proficient (Meets
Expectations)

This component is
addressed. Further
development would
strengthen this
component.

8 to >0 pts
Developing (Does Not
Fully Meet Expectations)

This component is not
present or not clearly
addressed.

15 to >13.0 pts
Exemplary (Exceeds
Expectations)

This component is fully
addressed and logically
presented.

13 to >10.0 pts
Proficient (Meets
Expectations)

This component is
addressed. Further
development would
strengthen this
component.

10 to >0 pts
Developing (Does Not
Fully Meet Expectations)

This component is not
present or not clearly
addressed.

Criteria Ratings Pts

Format and
Writing

10 pts

Timeliness

8 pts

Total Points: 97

10 to >9.0 pts
Exemplary (Exceeds
Expectations)
Any spelling, grammar, and/or
punctuation deviations from
Standard Academic English are
minor and do not affect clear
communication. Communication
demonstrates discipline-specific
conventions, such as stylistic
choices appropriate to an
academic audience. Work
includes multiple explicit
mentions of concepts or ideas
from the required sources, if
specified by the assignment.
These concepts or ideas are
correctly cited and formatted in
accordance with APA
guidelines. A reference page
and/or a title page are included,
if specified by the assignment,
and properly formatted in APA
style.

9 to >7.0 pts
Proficient (Meets
Expectations)
Submission contains
few spelling, grammar,
and/or punctuation
deviations from
Standard Academic
English OR these
deviations do not affect
clear communication.
Work includes one or
more explicit mentions
of a concept or idea
from the required
sources, if specified by
the
assignment/discussion’s
directions and an
attempt at using APA to
cite the source has been
made. A reference page
and/or a title page are
included, if specified by
the assignment.

7 to >0 pts
Developing (Does Not
Fully Meet
Expectations)

Multiple spelling,
grammar, and/or
punctuation deviations
from Standard
Academic English affect
clear communication.
Work does not include
any explicit mention of
concepts or ideas from
the required resources,
OR it contains one or
more explicit mention of
a concept or idea from
the required sources,
but without attempting to
cite the source.

8 to >7.0 pts
Exemplary (Exceeds
Expectations)
The assignment was
submitted on time unless
there was a prior
agreement with the
instructor.

7 to >5.0 pts
Proficient (Meets
Expectations)
The assignment was
submitted within 7 days of
the due date.

5 to >0 pts
Developing (Does Not
Fully Meet Expectations)
The assignment was not
submitted within 7 days of
the due date.

**## Week5_Assignment6.pdf**

Due Nov 9 by 10:59pm
Points 88
Submitting a text entry box or a file upload
Attempts 0
Allowed Attempts 2

Start Assignment

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LIVING WITH SCHIZOPHRENIA

Schizophrenia is a disorder that garners much interest, likely due to its unique aspects, such as the
presence of delusions, hallucinations, disorganized thinking, and inappropriate affect, all of which
are referred to as positive symptoms.

In this Assignment, you will explore patient accounts and experiences with schizophrenia in light of
the current research and understanding of the disorder, its presentation, and its treatment.

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Barch, D. M. (2025). Schizophrenia spectrum disorders
(https://nobaproject.com/modules/schizophrenia-spectrum-disorders) .
In R. Biswas-Diener & E. Diener (Eds.), Noba textbook series:
Psychology. DEF Publishers. http://noba.to/5d98nsy4

Time Estimate: 34 min

Copyright 2025 by Deanna M. Barch is licensed under a Creative
Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International
License. Permissions beyond the scope of this license may be available
in our Licensing Agreement.

Konrad, M., Cummings, J. A., Pelz, B., & Herkimer Community
College. (2020). Introduction to psychological disorders. College of
Southern Idaho. https://csi.pressbooks.pub/introtopsychdisorders/

“Case Studies of Fictional Characters: Schizophrenia”
(https://csi.pressbooks.pub/introtopsychdisorders/chapter/schizoph
renia/)

Time Estimate: 7 min

Copyright © 2020 by Michael Konrad; Jorden A. Cummings; Bill Pelz;
and Herkimer Community College is licensed under a Creative
Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International
License, except where otherwise noted.

Standford Center for Health Education. (2022, July 20).
Schizophrenia: Early signs & treatment options
(https://youtu.be/0-fAqgTYmKs?si=3J0pNuFYpPkFOf6A) | Stanford
[Video]. YouTube. https://youtu.be/0-fAqgTYmKs?
si=3J0pNuFYpPkFOf6A

Time Estimate: 9 min
TEDx Talks. (2017, March 27). I am not a monster: Schizophrenia

(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM) | Cecilia
McGough | TEDxPSU [Video]. YouTube.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM

Time Estimate: 15 min

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[https://nobaproject.com/modules/schizophrenia-spectrum-disorders](https://nobaproject.com/modules/schizophrenia-spectrum-disorders)

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[https://csi.pressbooks.pub/introtopsychdisorders/chapter/schizophrenia/](https://csi.pressbooks.pub/introtopsychdisorders/chapter/schizophrenia/)

[https://csi.pressbooks.pub/introtopsychdisorders/chapter/schizophrenia/](https://csi.pressbooks.pub/introtopsychdisorders/chapter/schizophrenia/)

[https://csi.pressbooks.pub/introtopsychdisorders/chapter/schizophrenia/](https://csi.pressbooks.pub/introtopsychdisorders/chapter/schizophrenia/)

[https://youtu.be/0-fAqgTYmKs?si=3J0pNuFYpPkFOf6A](https://youtu.be/0-fAqgTYmKs?si=3J0pNuFYpPkFOf6A)

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[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM)

[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM)

[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM)

[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM)

PSYC_3004_Week5_Assignment_Rubric

Submit a 500- to 900-word paper in which you:

Briefly explain the key clinical criteria needed for a diagnosis of schizophrenia.
Describe how one clinical criterion was demonstrated by the individual in the video
Schizophrenia: Early Signs & Treatment Options (https://www.youtube.com/watch?
v=0-fAqgTYmKs) or I Am Not A Monster: Schizophrenia
(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM) and provide an example.
Explain one misconception related to schizophrenia and why you think it exists.
Explain one environmental factor that is generally believed to influence the development of
schizophrenia in an individual.
Explain one reason why schizophrenia is challenging to treat and one factor that can help
improve treatment success.

To demonstrate what you learned this week, be sure to support your work by referring to
specific information from the learning resources. Cite and reference the sources you use.

Be sure to review the Week 5 Assignment Rubric to understand the specific grading criteria
your Instructor will use to evaluate your work.

Before submitting your final assignment, you can check your draft for originality. To check your
draft, access the Turnitin Drafts from the Start Here area.

To submit your completed assignment, save your Assignment.

1. Then, click on Start Assignment near the top of the page.
2. Next, click on Upload File and select Submit Assignment for review.

BY DAY 7

SUBMISSION INFORMATION

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[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0-fAqgTYmKs](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0-fAqgTYmKs)

[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0-fAqgTYmKs](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0-fAqgTYmKs)

[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM)

[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM)

[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM)

[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbagFzcyNiM)

Criteria Ratings Pts

Explained the
key clinical
criteria
required for a
diagnosis of
schizophrenia.

10 pts

Described how
one clinical
criterion was
demonstrated
by the
individual in
one of the
videos.

15 pts

Explained one
misconception
about
schizophrenia
and why they
believe it
exists.

15 pts

Explained one
environmental
factor believed
to influence
the
development
of
schizophrenia.

15 pts

Explained one
reason why
schizophrenia

15 pts

10 to >9.0 pts
Exemplary (Exceeds
Expectations)
This component is fully
addressed and logically
presented.

9 to >7.0 pts
Proficient (Meets
Expectations)
This component is
addressed. Further
development would
strengthen this
component.

7 to >0 pts
Developing (Does Not
Fully Meet Expectations)
This component is not
present or not clearly
addressed.

15 to >13.0 pts
Exemplary (Exceeds
Expectations)
This component is fully
addressed and logically
presented.

13 to >10.0 pts
Proficient (Meets
Expectations)
This component is
addressed. Further
development would
strengthen this
component.

10 to >0 pts
Developing (Does Not
Fully Meet Expectations)
This component is not
present or not clearly
addressed.

15 to >13.0 pts
Exemplary (Exceeds
Expectations)
This component is fully
addressed and logically
presented.

13 to >10.0 pts
Proficient (Meets
Expectations)
This component is
addressed. Further
development would
strengthen this
component.

10 to >0 pts
Developing (Does Not
Fully Meet Expectations)
This component is not
present or not clearly
addressed.

15 to >13.0 pts
Exemplary (Exceeds
Expectations)
This component is fully
addressed and logically
presented.

13 to >10.0 pts
Proficient (Meets
Expectations)
This component is
addressed. Further
development would
strengthen this
component.

10 to >0 pts
Developing (Does Not
Fully Meet Expectations)
This component is not
present or not clearly
addressed.

15 to >13.0 pts
Exemplary (Exceeds
Expectations)

13 to >10.0 pts
Proficient (Meets
Expectations)

10 to >0 pts
Developing (Does Not
Fully Meet Expectations)

Criteria Ratings Pts

is challenging
to treat as well
as one factor
that can
improve
treatment
success.

Format and
Writing

10 pts

Timeliness

8 pts

The assignment was
submitted on time unless
there was a prior
agreement with the
instructor.

The assignment was
submitted within 7 days of
the due date.

The assignment was not
submitted within 7 days of
the due date.

10 to >9.0 pts
Exemplary (Exceeds
Expectations)

Any spelling, grammar, and/or
punctuation deviations from
Standard Academic English are
minor and do not affect clear
communication. Communication
demonstrates discipline-specific
conventions, such as stylistic
choices appropriate to an
academic audience. Work
includes multiple explicit
mentions of concepts or ideas
from the required sources, if
specified by the assignment.
These concepts or ideas are
correctly cited and formatted in
accordance with APA
guidelines. A reference page
and/or a title page are included,
if specified by the assignment,
and properly formatted in APA
style.

9 to >7.0 pts
Proficient (Meets
Expectations)

Submission contains
few spelling, grammar,
and/or punctuation
deviations from
Standard Academic
English OR these
deviations do not affect
clear communication.
Work includes one or
more explicit mentions
of a concept or idea
from the required
sources, if specified by
the
assignment/discussion’s
directions and an
attempt at using APA to
cite the source has
been made. A reference
page and/or a title page
are included, if specified
by the assignment.

7 to >0 pts
Developing (Does Not
Fully Meet
Expectations)
Multiple spelling,
grammar, and/or
punctuation deviations
from Standard
Academic English
affect clear
communication. Work
does not include any
explicit mention of
concepts or ideas from
the required resources,
OR it contains one or
more explicit mention of
a concept or idea from
the required sources,
but without attempting
to cite the source.

8 to >7.0 pts
Exemplary (Exceeds
Expectations)
The assignment was
submitted on time unless
there was a prior
agreement with the
instructor.

7 to >5.0 pts
Proficient (Meets
Expectations)
The assignment was
submitted within 7 days of
the due date.

5 to >0 pts
Developing (Does Not
Fully Meet Expectations)
The assignment was not
submitted within 7 days of
the due date.

Total Points: 88

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