1. Introduce your chosen topic. (SCHIZOPHRENIA) Explain why you chose it and what your video/presentation
will cover. (A FAMILY MEMBER IS DIAGNOSED WITH IT, AND I KNOW NOTHING ABOUT IT. )
2. Identify the psychological disorder you selected and explain how prevalent it is in the
U.S.
3. Describe the following:
• Psychological and physical symptoms and associated behaviors.
• Diagnosis or detection of the disorder
• Role of nature and nurture (biology and environment)
4. Provide an overview of treatment methods and how successful they generally are.
• You may choose a specific approach or method and describe that, if you like.
5. Conclude by:
• describing your view of psychology as a field
• describing your view of the diagnosis and treatment of disorders.
• explaining whether taking this course affected your views of psychology or mental
health issues.
• explaining how you will use the information in this course in your life or chosen field.
