Due Sunday 9/20 – Psychology Research Paper

DIVERSITY AND CULTURAL FACTORS IN PSYCHOLOGY

Psychological Disorder

Select a type of psychological disorder and a local organization that provides mental health services. The organization should service the disorder you selected.

Write a 700- to 1,050-word paper in which you examine your selected psychological disorder in the context of the chosen organization’s goals.

Research the organization’s website or speak to someone in the organization.

Identify multiple cultures the organization serves. Are the services different?

Identify symptoms of your selected disorder and describe how the interpretation of the symptoms varies across cultures.

Discuss how the impact of culture affects interpretations of symptoms and recommendations of services for that organization.

Include at least three credible, peer-reviewed references. Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.