Select a mental health disorder (topic). it is strictly an academic research paper. In a double-spaced, 4 page paper, include the
following:
1. Explain the basis of the disorder, and what differentiates it from normal psychological states,
behaviors, and thinking patterns.
2. Discuss the different theoretical perspectives of the development of the disorder.
3. Identify genetic and environmental risk factors contributing to the disorder, including the
cultural and societal context of the disorder.
4. State the specific DSM-5 diagnostic criteria and symptoms.
5. Describe how the disorder chosen differs from similar disorders (for example, bipolar I & II,
histrionic & borderline personality disorders, Alzheimer’s & Parkinson’s disorders, etc.).
6. Compare and contrast the prevalence amongst different genders, cultures, socioeconomic
classes, and ethnicities.
7. Identify and describe different treatment modalities and therapeutic applications.
8. Incorporate at least 3 scientific research articles to bolster the paper, and can include material
on current research findings, suggestions for future research, alternative/novel therapies,
genetic influence, and implications in the nursing/medical field.
All direct quotes from articles/resources MUST be cited in APA format in-text (Author, Year), and all
references must be included on a separate Reference page, in APA format for the citations. Articles
should be from a credible scientific/psychological source and should not be from earlier than 2016.
Include a title page with your name, the class, the date, and your topic.
