Reference no: EM13981001
Part 1
Clinical psychology refers to the application of psychological principles and theories in the assessment and treatment of individuals diagnosed with mental health problems. Social skills training is one of the primary treatment models used for individuals diagnosed with mental retardation and developmental disabilities. Part of this treatment methodology focuses on providing individuals with opportunities to experience various social encounters or events through pre-event rehearsals and role-plays conducted by trainers.
• Describe the principles or theories in social psychology that are utilized in clinical psychology.
• Explain how social skills training be used to treat individuals diagnosed with depression or anxiety?
• Explain how social skills training can be used to train individuals having problems related to social anxiety.
Justify your answers with appropriate reasoning and research from your text and course readings. Comment on the postings of at least two peers and provide an analysis of each peer's postings while also suggesting specific additions or clarifications for improving the discussion question response.
Part 2
The United States is a consumer nation where a majority of individuals value what they own over their relationships with others.
• Based on your understanding of social psychology principles and theories, explain some of the issues related to materialism.
• Explain the ways by which individuals can balance between the apparent need to be a consumer and quality of life issues such as sustained relationships.
Justify your answers with appropriate reasoning and research from your text and course readings.
Use both your textbook and outside resources (peer-reviewed articles, and other reputable sources) to complete this task. In text citations and APA references.
Textbook used:
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1/1/1900 - 1/1/2099
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Title:
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Social Psychology
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Author:
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David Myers
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Edition / Copyright:
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11
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Publisher:
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McGraw-Hill Companies, The
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ISBN:
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9780078035296
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: Describe the principles or theories in social psychology that are utilized in clinical psychology. Explain how social skills training be used to treat individuals diagnosed with depression or anxiety
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