Locate six to eight current empirical studies (each published within the last five years) addressing the topic, related ethical issues, and the professional code of ethics you selected in Unit 2. You may include approved research articles from your Unit 2 assignment. (Multicultural Competency)
For each article:
Summarize the content of the article.
Summarize the study methodology.
Describe the research results.
Analyze the significance of the empirical study.
Explain how the article applies to your selected topic, related ethical issues, and your selected professional code of ethics.
Include transitional phrases, appropriate subheadings, and references.
Use headings that correspond to the key points in the scoring rubrics. Review sections 3.02–3.03 of the APA manual (6th edition) for guidance on headings.
Format your submission as an annotated bibliography using the guidance provided in the assignment resources.
Assignment Requirements
Written communication: Written communication is free of errors that detract from the overall message.
APA formatting: Headings, references, and citations are formatted according to current APA style and formatting.
Length of paper: 4–6 typed, double-spaced pages.
Font and font size: Times New Roman, 12 point.
Attach your paper as a Word document and submit it in the assignment area.
Resources
Annotated Bibliography Scoring Guide.
Summative Annotated Bibliography Example.
APA Style and Format.
The Annotated Bibliography.
How Do I Find Peer-Reviewed Articles?
Human Services Masters Research Guide.
In your Ethical Practice in the Human Services textbook, read the following:
Chapter 9, “Confidentiality,” pages 215–233.
Use the Capella University Library to read the following:
Ivers, N. N., & Perry, R. L. (2014). A time to tell? Legal issues regarding the duty to warn and protect. Journal of Human Services, 34(1), 70–81.
Melchert, T. P., & Patterson, M. M. (1999). Duty to warn and interventions with HIV-positive clients. Professional Psychology: Research and Practice, 30(2), 180–186.
Use the Internet to review the following:
National Organization for Human Services. (2015). Ethical standards for human service professionals. Retrieved from http://www.nationalhumanservices.org/ethical-standards-for-hs-professionals
Writing Self-Assessment
Earlier in your program, you took a writing self-assessment. Retake the Writing Self-Assessment now. See where you have improved and where you still have opportunities for growth.
Multimedia
Complete Confidentiality in Professional Practice.
