What do you see as the predominant perceptions of society when the term “mental illness” is discussed?

Discussion Question 1 (ANSWER)

Conceptions of Mental Illness

What do you see as the predominant perceptions of society when the term “mental illness” is discussed? Describe three misconceptions you have observed pertaining to how others view someone who has been diagnosed with a mental illness.

Evaluation Criteria for Discussion Question Response:

[6/6] – Critically analyzed and clearly explained the perceptions of society about mental illness. [6/6] – Accurately identified three misconceptions of society toward a person diagnosed with a mental illness. [4/4] – Supported your opinions with experience and research (journal articles and texts).

Discussion Question 2 (ANSWER)

Theoretical Perspectives

Which theoretical model best explains psychopathology while capturing the full range of human functioning?

From your perspective, considering your professional experience, which one of the theoretical models of psychopathology provides the best operational definition of the term and why?

Evaluation Criteria for Discussion Question Response:

[6/6] – Critically analyzed theoretical models for their value as operational definitions of psychopathology and selected one. [6/6] – Explained how the particular theory is best applied. [4/4] – Supported your opinions with experience and research (journal articles and texts).

All written assignments and responses should follow APA rules for attributing sources.

Assignment 2 Grading Criteria Maximum Points
Discussion Question Response:
Please see specific evaluation criteria listed below each discussion question. 16×2
Discussion Participation:
Participated in the discussion by asking a question, providing a statement of clarification, providing a point of view with a rationale, challenging a point of discussion, or making a relationship between one or more points of the discussion. 8×2
While responding, justified ideas and responses by using appropriate examples and references from texts, Web sites, and other references or personal experience. 4×2
Wrote in a clear, concise, and organized manner; demonstrated ethical scholarship in accurate representation and attribution of sources, displayed accurate spelling, grammar, and punctuation. 4×2
Total: 64

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