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Abnormal Psychology Research Paper Writing Directions

Directions:  Using the Diagnostic Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders 5 (DSM-5), you are to select a Psychological Disorder and prepare a 3 to 4 page (minus title page, abstract and reference page) APA formatted research paper.  Your topic must be approved by the course instructor who will establish a date by which you must submit your requested research paper topic as well as a date by which the final draft of the paper is due. Please see the course outline for the specific due dates.  You are not allowed to write your paper on Schizophrenia or Major Depression, unless you are able to justify to the course instructor how your review of these topics will add value to your learning as these topics are heavily covered in the course lectures.  However, most other DSM-5 topics, within reason, could be considered for your paper.  You may refer to guidance from the Purdue Owl for additional guidance on APA formatting.  You may also consult the instructor for assistance with APA formatting and writing or request other resources to aid your understanding of this important requirement.