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Week 4 Discussion: Compulsions and Addictions

Have you ever heard someone refer to himself or herself as a social drinker or social smoker? Many people enjoy caffeine or alcohol, spend a little too much on a shopping trip, and even gamble in moderation. For the most part, individuals are capable of engaging in these and other activities in a controllable way. Almost any behavior has the potential to transform into a compulsion or addiction, however.

Determining when a behavior is a compulsive or an addiction can be a challenging process. Although there are guidelines such as diagnostic criteria and statistics for both, there are few scientific rules regarding what constitutes a compulsion versus an addiction. Is one worse than the other? Is one more common than the other? Experts in the field of addictions typically determine what is considered healthy and normal and what is considered problematic. Addictions professionals recognize the signs of both compulsion and addiction in individuals and the difference between these two conditions.

To prepare for this Discussion:

Review Go Ask Alice! (2009). Whats the difference between an addiction and a compulsion? Retrieved from http://goaskalice.columbia.edu/whats-difference-between-addiction-and-compulsion

Go Ask Alice! (2009). Whats the difference between an addiction and a compulsion? Retrieved from http://goaskalice.columbia.edu/whats-difference-between-addiction-and-compulsion

Review the articles Whats the Difference Between an Addiction and a Compulsion?, Internet Addiction: Definition, Assessment, Epidemiology and Clinical Management, and Pathological Gambling and Substance Use Disorders.
Review the list of behaviors provided below. When posting, try to choose a behavior that has not been discussed by one of your colleagues at the time that you post, or if all have been selected, be sure to include a new insight that has not been covered.
Marijuana use
Gambling
Spending
Hoarding
Nail biting
Technology/e-mail checking/Internet
Hair picking
By Day 4

Post a brief explanation of the difference between compulsion and addiction using one of the behaviors above. Then, explain why it is important to know the difference. Be specific and use the weeks Learning Resources in your response.

By Day 6

Respond to two colleague:

Offer polite disagreement with the colleagues assessment of compulsion or addiction.
Offer an insight from your experience.
Offer another perspective.

Week 3 Discussion: Short- and Long-Term Dangers of Substances

Addiction may look different in different individuals. There are certain hallmarks of addiction, including tolerance and withdrawal, which have been established for recognizing when an individual crosses over from use, to abuse, to addiction. A distinct relationship exists between the hallmarks of addiction and the physiological effects of addictive substances.

In this Discussion, you will examine these hallmarks and the physiological effects of addictive substances as you provide an example that demonstrates their relationship.

To prepare for this Discussion:

Review Foundations of Addictions Counseling, Chapter 2, Substance Addictions.
Review the report, Drugs, Brains, and Behavior: The Science of Addiction.
Review the article Neurobiology of Alcohol Dependence,
Review the document titled, Physiological Effects of Addictive Substances.
By Day 4

Post your response to the following:

What is the relationship between hallmarks of addiction and physiological effects of addictive substances? Provide an example that best describes this relationship and explain why. Provide at least one citation to support your example.

Note: The confidentiality of the Discussion cannot be guaranteed. Therefore, please do not include identifying details of actual individuals or organizations in your responses.

Be specific and use the weeks Learning Resources in your response.

By Day 6

Respond to at least two colleague:

Offer another perspective based on your perspective on the hallmarks of addiction.
Confirm or expand on someone elses post using specific examples or insights.

Week 2 Discussion: Explaining Individual Nature of Addiction Through Theories

Do you ever wonder what causes addiction in some individuals and not others? Can some individuals stop using a substance or behaving in a certain way through force of will while others cannot? These are few of the many questions that theorists in the field of addiction attempt to answer.

Theories consist of ideas and explanations generated through research of the subject matter. No single addiction theory perfectly explains human behavior. Empirical evidence supports many different theories. Therefore, understanding a variety of theories is essential to create a proper set of tools to treat addiction.

Some theories of addiction focus on physical aspects. The belief is that addiction is a disease primarily involving brain circuitry that contributes to a person addictively seeking a substance or a behavior. Other theories focus more on environmental or social aspects. These particular theories focus more on factors such as self-efficacy, learned behavior, coping skills, personality, and social support. Perspectives on addiction may be called theories, models, or frameworks, and there is overlap in the definitions and usage of these terms.

In this Discussion, you apply addiction theory to answer a challenging question.

To prepare for this Discussion:

Review Learning the Language of Addiction Counseling, Chapter 2, Theories of Counseling Related to Addiction Treatment (pp. 1935).
Review Learning the Language of Addiction Counseling, Chapter 9, Current and Evolving Therapy Approaches and Techniques (pp. 243267).
Review A Study of Internet Addiction Through the Lens of the Interpersonal Theory.
By Day 4

Post your response to the following question:

Why do some individuals develop addictions while others do not? Provide three answers, each based on a different theory of addiction. Be sure to reference factors that contribute to addictions. Which theory resonates the most for you and why?

Use the weeks Learning Resources in your response.

By Day 6

Respond to at least two of your colleagues postings in one or more of the following ways:

Provide a different perspective.
Offer a different theory not mentioned by a colleague to support the colleagues post.
Expand on a colleagues post with research or a different learning resource.

There is a decline in the elephant population in a specific area in Africa. You are an activist trying increase the elephant population. You are required to present a proposed solution to this problem. Create a proposal to solve this elephant problem. Please include the following:

Background Information. (Describe the main biome where elephants are located; describe an ecosystem, and describe 4 other types of biomes)

Name and discuss how elephants are threatened in Africa. (Research)

Discuss how biodiversity can affect the increase and decline of the elephant population.

Differentiate between the types of population growth models that can increase or decrease the elephant population.

Discuss how community populations relate to your proposal.

IMPORTANT: Additional resources are welcomed for more support, but the grade associated with the information from the book designated for this class will be the measurement tool to assess your paper.

Please review the “plagiarism” screencast below. This will assist with plagiarism flags from your writing assignments. Turnitin is a plagiarism tool used to detect word for word verbiage online.
https://screencast-o-matic.com/watch/cFhn0fbrZ8
Per Ashworth College’s policy, a 70 is the highest grade received for a 2nd submission.

CATEGORY Exceeds Expectations Meets Expectations Does Not Meet Expectations Signifantly Below Expecatations
Background Information. (Describe the main biome that elephants are located, describe an ecosystem and describe 4 other types of biomes) 20 points
The student provided a clear and logical description of the main biome elephants are found, an ecosystem and four other types of biomes. 10 points
The student provided a mostly clear and logical description of the main biome elephants are found, an ecosystem and three other types of biomes. 5 points
The student provided apartially clear and logical description of the main biome elephants are found, an ecosystem and two other types of biomes. 0 points
The student provided a weak or unclear description of the elephant biome, an ecosystem and one type of another biome.
Name and discuss how elephants are threatened in Africa. (Research) 20 points
The student provided a clear and logical description of how elephants are threatened. 10 points

The student provided a mostly clear and logical description of how elephants are threatened.

5 points

The student provided a partially clear and logical description of how elephants are threatened.

0 points

The student provided a weak or unclear description of how elephants are threatened.

Discuss how biodiversity can affect the increase or decrease of the elephant population. 20 points

The student provided a clear and logical description how biodiversity can affect the increase or decrease of the elephant population.

10 points

The student provided a mostly clear and logical description how biodiversity can affect the increase or decrease of the elephant population.

5 points

The student provided a partially clear and logical description how biodiversity can affect the increase or decrease of the elephant population.

0 points

The student provided a partially clear and logical description how biodiversity can affect the increase or decrease of the elephant population.

Differentiate between the types of population growth models that can increase or decrease the elephant population. 20 points

The student provided a clear and logical description of the types of population growth models that can increase or decrease the elephant population.

10 points

The student provided a mostly clear and logical description of the types of population growth models that can increase or decrease the elephant population.

5 points

The student provided a partially clear and logical description of the types of population growth models that can increase or decrease the elephant population.

0 points

The student provided a weak or unclear description of the types of population growth models that can increase or decrease the elephant population.

Mechanics – Grammar, Punctuation, Spelling 5 points
Student makes no errors in grammar, punctuation, or spelling that distract the reader from the content. 4 points
Student makes 1-2 errors in grammar, punctuation, or spelling that distract the reader from the content. 2 points
Student makes 3-4 errors in grammar, punctuation, or spelling that distract the reader from the content. 0 points
Student makes more than 4 errors in grammar, punctuation, or spelling that distract the reader from the content.
Writing Style – Organization, Transitions, Tone 5 points
The assignment is written with excellent organization, thoughtful transitions, and the appropriate tone. 4 points
This writing assignment is adequately organized, but has some errors in the transitions or the tone.

2 points
This writing assignment is poorly organized, or it contains ineffective transitions and/or inappropriate tone.

0 points
This writing assignment displays little to no organization or transitions, and/or does not use the appropriate tone.
APA Format – Margins, Font, Spacing, Headings and Cover Page 5 points
The margins, font, spacing, headings, and cover page are all formatted properly. 4 points
There are 1-2 errors in the formatting of the margins, font, spacing, headings, or cover page. 2 points
There are 3-4 errors in the formatting of the margins, font, spacing, headings, or cover page. 0 points
There are more than 4 errors in the formatting of the margins, font, spacing, headings, or cover page.
APA Format – Citations and References 5 points
All sources used for quotes and facts are credible and cited, and the references and in-text citations are all properly formatted. Each reference has an in-text citation and in-text citation has a reference. 4 points
All sources used for quotes and facts are credible and cited, but slight errors are present in the format of the in-text citations or references. Or there may be one in-text citation or reference missing. 2 points
Some sources used for quotes and facts are either not credible or there are significant errors in the in-text citations and/or references. Or there are multiple missing in-text citations or references. 0 points
The sources used for quotes and facts are not credible and/or not cited. The in-text citations and/or references are not present.

Describe the stages of each type of cell reproduction process from a normal patient whose body cells can repair themselves and normal cell division during the reproductive development of the unborn baby.
Explain the disadvantages and advantages of each type of cell division.
Discuss how the patient experiencing problems with the cells repairing from the cut and the child’s reproduction development malfunctions can alter haploid and diploid cell development.

What is representation has used in the text?
How does representation create discrimination and inequality?

In this assignment, you will analyze the implications of an ethical issue according to the Christian worldview. You will be challenged to think about Christian worldview core beliefs and apply what you have learned over this course. This will be a thorough analysis of a case study you will choose from the options provided. Write a 1,000-1,500-word essay in which you analyze ethical thinking and use values-based decision-making to address a case study from the perspective of the Christian worldview. Choose one case study from the five options listed in the attached “Ethical Dilemmas” document.

After an appropriate introductory paragraph with a thesis statement in which you name the scenario you are choosing, address each of the following six sections with at least one paragraph each. Write at least one paragraph for each component using the underlined titles for a subheading.

Ethical Dilemma: Briefly describe the ethical dilemma in your own words, including (a) what in the scenario makes it difficult to make an ethical decision and (b) at least two options for resolving the scenario, providing a brief overview of what sort of ethical decisions each option might make.
Core Beliefs: What beliefs about God and humanity from the Christian worldview are relevant to the scenario? How might these core worldview commitments of Christians influence one’s decision-making with regard to this scenario?
Resolution: Describe the Christian worldview’s proposal for resolving the ethical dilemma. How should the person in the scenario act according to the Christian worldview? What is the best course of action for a Christian? (Note: The resolution should be consistent with Christian worldview commitments.)
Evaluation: What might be the unintended consequences and perceived benefits of the resolution proposed by the Christian worldview?
Comparison: How does the Christian worldview resolution compare to how another worldview might resolve the dilemma? Choose a specific contrasting worldview, such as atheism, pantheism, or scientism.
Conclusion: Synthesize the main points, pulling the ideas of the paper together.
References

Use and cite two course resources (textbook, overviews, and the Bible), and at least two scholarly sources from the GCU Library that address the issue from opposing sides. Refer to the directions on “Navigating the GCU Library for CWV Benchmark Research” and the “Example Ethical Dilemma Essay.” Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the GCU Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. Review the GCU Template for formatting and utilize the attached “Ethical Dilemmas Essay Template” to complete the benchmark assignment. This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. Refer to the LopesWrite Technical Support articles for assistance.

Reading:

Read Chapters 11, 12, and the Conclusion in The Beginning of Wisdom: An Introduction to Christian Thought and Life.

Read the following:

The Story of Joseph: Genesis 37-50 (14 chapters)
The Sermon on the Mount: Matthew 5-7
Romans 8:28-39
1 Corinthians 10:31
Ephesians 1-6
Navigating the GCU Library for CWV Benchmark Research

Below are directions on how to navigate the Opposing Viewpoints database in the GCU Library to access articles for your benchmark assignment.

In LoudCloud,

Navigate to the Library.
Click on “Find Journal Articles.”
Scroll down to “Browse Databases by Title” and click on “O.”
Click on “Opposing Viewpoints.”
If necessary, login for access to this GCU Library database.

In the Opposing Viewpoints database,

Scroll to the “Health and Medicine” or “Society and Culture” category, and then click “View All.”
Click on a subcategory (e.g., Abortion, Addiction, Medical Ethics, or Religious Issues) to find articles pertaining to the ethical dilemma you will write about.
Click on (or scroll down to) the resource type (e.g., Viewpoints, Academic Journals).
Click on the resource type heading you want to use (e.g., Academic Journals). This will take you to the page for all articles in the category’s resource type.
Scroll to the “Limit Search By” section to see the Subjects list.
To see all subjects and the corresponding number of articles, click “View More.”
To narrow your results, click one of the subjects from the expanded list.
Click on the article’s title to read it.
Click “Citation Tools” under the Tools section. Under “Choose Citation Format,” select APA 6th Edition. You will need this information for your citation and references page; it will include the permalink

Textbook:

https://lc.gcumedia.com/cwv101/the-beginning-of-wisdom-an-introduction-to-christian-thought-and-life/v2.1/#/chapter/Introduction

Bible:

https://www.biblegateway.com/versions/New-American-Standard-Bible-NASB/#booklist

GCU Library:

https://library.gcu.edu/Database

Username: RAguillon

PW: Choxie87

Professional Development Assignment:

Based on what you have learned so far this week, create an educational presentation with detailed notes and recorded audio comments for all content slides that addresses each of the following points/questions. Be sure to completely answer all the questions. Use clear headings that allow your professor to know which bullet you are addressing on the slides in your presentation. Support your content with at least four (4) citations throughout your presentation. Make sure to reference the citations using the APA writing style for the presentation. Include a slide for your references at the end. Follow best practices for PowerPoint presentations (an example is located in the Resources tab) related to text size, color, images, effects, wordiness, and multimedia enhancements. Use the audio recording feature with the PowerPoint. Alternatively, you may use a smartphone or tablet to record yourself speaking, should you be unable to use the audio feature within PowerPoint.

Title Slide (1 slide)

The various kinds of health professionals are educated in separate schools but with considerable overlap in curricula and training requirements. They are, however, expected to integrate their training and work together after graduation. Identify the advantages and disadvantages of this approach to professional education in terms of costs, educational efficiency, and patient care quality. (4 slides).

An oversupply of physicians in many urban regions contrasts with continuing problems of access in rural and inner-city areas. Why does the mal-distribution of physicians persist in spite of the number of physicians graduated? (2-3 slides)

The health care delivery system now places increased emphasis on maintaining wellness and on promoting disease avoidance through healthy behaviors and lifestyles. What challenges does this new orientation pose for our existing system of medical education and training? (2-3 slides)

Assignment: Dual Modes of Social Cognitive Processing

Understanding the dual modes of social cognitive processing requires a thorough understanding of the current literature. Many fields outside of social psychology also apply research methods designed to study dual modes of social cognitive processing, such as when marketing research examines the impact of subliminal message priming on consumer behavior. It is interesting to see how these social cognitive processes appear every day.

For this Application Assignment, use the Walden Library to locate an article within a field of your choice which examines automatic or controlled social cognitive processing. Consider the differences between the dual modes of processing and how each is likely to occur. Also, in summarizing this study, include which social cognitive process was examined, how the social cognitive process was studied, and what was found as a result of this research.

The assignment (23 pages)

Explain two differences between the dual modes of social cognitive processing.
Explain when conscious/controlled social cognitive processing is more likely to occur than unconscious/automatic social cognitive processing.
Using the current literature, select a peer reviewed article that describes an empirical research study measuring a conscious or an unconscious social cognitive process within a work environment (e.g., health, legal, education, public administration, marketing, organizational).
Summarize the article and explain which of the two social cognitive processes (conscious, unconscious) is demonstrated in the article and how. Include a description of how the social cognitive process was studied and the results of this research.

Remember to provide an APA formatted reference list for all resources used in this assignment. While you are encouraged to use supplemental resources in addition to any course resources listed for this week, be sure to use the weekly learning resources before finding supplemental ones.

By Day 7

Submit your assignment by Day 7.

Submission and Grading Information

To submit your completed Assignment for review and grading, do the following:

Please save your Assignment using the naming convention WK1Assgn+last name+first initial.(extension) as the name.
Click the Week 1 Assignment Rubric to review the Grading Criteria for the Assignment.
Click the Week 1 Assignment link. You will also be able to View Rubric for grading criteria from this area.
Next, from the Attach File area, click on the Browse My Computer button. Find the document you saved as WK1Assgn+last name+first initial.(extension) and click Open.
If applicable: From the Plagiarism Tools area, click the checkbox for I agree to submit my paper(s) to the Global Reference Database.
Click on the Submit button to complete your submission.

Week 1Discussion: Social Cognitive Processing

Human beings process information on a regular basis both automatically (unconscious processing) and in a controlled (conscious processing) or goal-directed manner. These dual modes of social cognitive processing influence your perception of others and social behavior. The research within the field of social psychology reveals that much of our behavior is automatic and comes in a variety of ways (Dijksterhuis, 2010). For example, a person might be aware of a subliminal message in advertising, yet he or she is unaware of the effect it may have on his or her responses. A controlled or conscious processing is characterized by controllability and awareness.

It is also evident that the automatic versus controlled processing duality is demonstrated in many aspects of social cognitive functioning, including attitude formation, attribution, social judgment and stereotyping, to name a few. This dichotomy is one to which you will return periodically in this course.

For this Discussion, consider both the conscious and unconscious social cognitive processes or dual modes of processing, and how you have engaged in each within the last 24 hours, and think about why and how you engaged in these processes.

Reference: Dijksterhuis, A. (2010). Automaticity and the unconscious. In S. T. Fiske, D. T. Gilbert, & G. Lindzey (Eds.), Handbook of social psychology (5th ed., Vol. 1, pp. 228267). Hoboken, NJ: John Wiley & Sons.

By Day 4

With these thoughts in mind:

Post by Day 4 a brief description of one example of a conscious and one example of an unconscious social cognitive process you engaged in within the last 24 hours. Then, explain one possible reason why each of the dual modes of processing occurred. Finally, explain one way each of the modes of processing impacted you. Be specific and use the current literature to support your response.

Be sure to support your postings and responses with specific references to the Learning Resources.

Read a selection of your colleagues postings.

By Day 6

Respond by Day 6 to at least two of your colleagues postings in one or more of the following ways:

Ask a probing question.

Share an insight from having read your colleagues posting.

Offer and support an opinion.

Validate an idea with your own experience.

Make a suggestion.

Expand on your colleagues posting.

Return to this Discussion in a few days to read the responses to your initial posting. Note what you have learned and/or any insights you have gained as a result of the comments your colleagues made.

Submission and Grading Information