Psychology and the Challenges of Life Adjustment and Growth 12th edition

Psychology and the Challenges of Life Adjustment and Growth 12th edition Exams and Quizzes Each week will culminate in a quiz on the material covered during that week of instruction. There will be two essay exams: Midterm in Week 4 and Final in Week 8. Rubric for Discussion Board Posts Discussion board posts are worth up to 25 points per week and will be graded according to the following guidelines: 10 points for answering the initial post prompt completely 5 points for correct citation, reference, and use of APA style 5 points for correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation 5 points for a response post which is focused in nature and is at least 100 words in length Guidelines & Expectations Turnitin What It Is Turnitin is an online service which provides originality checking. Turnitin encourages best practices for using and citing other people's written material. Turnitin's proprietary software compares the paper's text to a vast database of 20+ billion pages of digital content (including archived Internet content that is no longer available on the live Web) as well as over 220 million papers in the student paper archive, and 110,000+ professional, academic, and commercial journals and publications How It Will be Used in This Course All written work submitted within the classroom, with the exception of weekly discussion posts, will be checked for plagiarism Submitting to Turnitin Assignments will be submitted to Turnitin using the submit button associated with the assignment Guidelines and Rubric for Final Paper (approximately 2,100 words) Theme Select one character from one of the following films (not one from each film) Tangled, (2010), Walt Disney Pictures, (DVD) Winter's Bone, (2010), Lionsgate, (DVD) American Beauty, (1999), Paramount, (DVD) Purpose This paper is your opportunity to apply what you have learned from this course through analyzing: How the character coped with adversity How his/her sense of self was important to his/her coping What kind of coping mechanisms the character used to deal with stress Content This course focuses on human adjustment (healthy and unhealthy) to the challenges of the environment, and each of these films has at least two characters (a male and a female) from which you may choose. Course text: discuss and use material from three different chapters of the textbook. You can choose any three chapters and concepts you consider appropriate Outside resources: use three references, other than your text, which deal with the concepts or ideas regarding the psychology of the character you have chosen Structure (include labels for each section) I. Title Page (centered) Title of film Name of character featured in paper Word count Grading value: 5 points II. Summary Summarize the movie plot and explain why you think it has anything to do with adaptation to a challenging environment or situation Suggested length: 1 page Grading value: 20 points III. Character Identify the character you have selected and explain the reasoning behind your choice. What is his/her stressful situation? What is the conflict? Detail how you understand or make sense of the stress/challenges/adversity that this character is facing. What is he or she going through that makes life difficult? Suggested length: 2 pages Grading value: 30 points IV. Theory Describe how the character you have chosen tries to adapt or adjust to the challenges facing him/her. What defense mechanisms does he/she use? What is his/her sense of self? How does he/she handle stress? Is this healthy or unhealthy? How is his/her sense of self important to his/her ability to cope? Suggested length: 3 pages Grading value: 40 points V. Reaction Verbalize, in some detail, why you did or did not like the film Suggested length: 1 page Grading value: 5 points VI. Grammar, Spelling, APA Style Paper is written according to APA format and style In-text citations are in APA format Reference list is in APA format Use of quotations is minimal Effective use of paraphrasing Paper is free from spelling, punctuation, grammar, and sentence structure errors Grading value: 15 points Additional Notes Papers will be submitted to Turnitin using the submit button in week 7 Due Week 7, Sunday, 11:59 p.m. ET Late papers will be accepted at the discretion of the instructor and subject to a late penalty Overview of the three movies Tangled, (2010), Walt Disney Pictures, (DVD). Based on the Rapunzel myth. The characters, Rapunzel and Flynn Rider, each have to negotiate the challenges of adolescence and separation from their families Winter's Bone, (2010), Lionsgate, (DVD). Contains an unforgettable portrayal of a young Ozark woman trying to track down her missing father. The film is centered on drug use and methamphetamine production in the Arkansas countryside. Highly acclaimed at Sundance (Grand Jury Award for Best Drama), the film also received a number of Academy Award nominations. Jennifer Lawrence (she’s 20) as Ree Dolly and John Hawkes as her uncle (Teardrop) both received acting nominations, and either one would be a great character to look at. Ree is one of the deepest, most well-developed characters in a movie in a long time. The end of the film is as powerful as anything you are likely to see on film American Beauty, (1999), Paramount, (DVD). Winner of five Oscars in 1999: Best Picture, Best Actor (Kevin Spacey), Best Director (Sam Mendes), Best Original Screenplay, and Best Cinematography. This movie is about an older man having a midlife crisis. Please be aware that this film is heavy on sexual themes and includes some graphic violence. There is sex and nudity in this film, and it is full of symbolism and social implications. The great thing about this film is that there are six characters (three female and three male) who are developed deeply enough for you to write about APA Citation Style Using APA citation style is an important part of paper writing. When used correctly, it: Provides a path back to the original piece of work Adds credibility to your paper Limits the possibility of accusations of plagiarism These exercises present variations on books, journal articles, and entries in a reference work. They have been designed to help you identify the important elements of a reference, which include: Author Publication date Title Page numbers Publisher information Electronic sources Pay attention to the following features: Typeface (regular or italics) Punctuation Order There are three parts to this activity. Click each link to begin. Part 1 – Identify the rules of each element Part 2 – Put the elements in the correct order Part 3 – Choose the properly formatted elements Online Tutoring In addition to your professor in this class, we have made arrangements for you to access an online tutoring service if you want to get extra help with math and writing. When you click on the link below, you will automatically be logged in to a website for the tutoring service, offered by Smarthinking. No account setup is necessary, and there is no additional cost to you for this service. You will see on that page that you have the option to schedule a session with a tutor, submit a question, or submit your writing for feedback. www.smarthinking.com Week 1 Psychology of Adjustment and Personal Growth: An Introduction Have you ever wondered why some individuals handle stress better than others? This week discusses factors that affect how a person manages stress and environmental changes. We discuss a person’s ability to experience happiness in good or bad environments, and what can be done to improve our personality health. After completing this lesson, you should be able to: Define the concept of adjustment Clarify the importance of cultural diversity in understanding this concept Identify the way in which critical thinking helps adjustment Recognize the scientific method as it applies to psychological research Discover how psychologists study human adjustment Explore the concept of personality Visualize the major forces in personality theory: psychodynamic, learning theory, humanistic theory, and trait theory Explore the way in which psychologists assess personality Course Introduction Take a few minutes to get to know W. Scott Whitacre, PsyD, who discusses the focus of each lecture and previews how psychological adjustment affects our lives. After completing this lecture, you should be able to: Predict the direction and content of the lecture series Comprehend the way in which the lectures will enhance yet transcend the text Restate issues of confidentiality and privacy as it relates to case presentations contained in the lectures Human Diversity and Psychological Adjustment Human diversity is all around us. It is important to have a basic awareness of a person’s cultural, religious, or racial background. This lecture discusses real situational examples and how knowing this information helped Dr. Whitacre turn a troubling situation into a positive experience. After completing this lecture, you should be able to: Appreciate the importance of human diversity in understanding psychological adjustment Explore how our cultural and ethnic beliefs may influence how we react to a situation Recognize why it is important for a “helping” professional to be mindful of these variations Reading Chapter 1: Psychology and the Challenges of Life Technology, astrology, multitasking, and genes are just a few of the topics covered in this chapter. In addition to studying the psychological influence of these subjects, you examine how psychologists perform their research Chapter 2: Personality Explore and assess Sigmund Freud’s theory of personality, also known as psychodynamic theories. Participate in personality tests Discussion Paragraph 1 How and why is an appreciation of ethnic and cultural diversity important to psychology? Paragraph 2 How does someone’s identification with a specific ethnic or cultural identity influence their social activity and adjustment? Instructions Write two paragraphs, one for each discussion question Due Wednesday at 11:59 p.m. ET Guidelines Discussion board posts are worth up to 25 points per week and will be graded according to the following guidelines: 20 points for initial response distributed as follows: 10 points for answering the initial post prompt completely 5 points for correct citation, reference, and use of APA style 5 points for correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation 5 points for a response post which is focused in nature and is at least 100 words in length Grade Value - 20 Points 10 points for answering the initial post prompt completely 5 points for correct citation, reference and use of APA style 5 points for correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation Discussion Response Post Instructions Respond to one initial post by a classmate Due Sunday at 11:59 p.m. ET Grade Value – 5 points 5 points for a response post Focused in nature Minimum of 100 words in length Quiz Covers material from Week 1 Due Sunday at 11:59 p.m. ET Open-book Untimed Can only be taken once and in one sitting You must do your own work! Sharing of answers will result in a zero for the quiz Flashcards – Chapter 1 Covering Chapter 1 of text Flashcards – Chapter 2 Covering Chapter 2 of text Week 2 Stress and Health We have all dealt with frustration in our lives. How does our reaction to frustration affect our health? This week explores the causes and management of stress. After completing this lesson, you should be able to: Define the concept of stress Identify the way stress affects physiological functioning Interpret the general adaptation syndrome (GAS) Describe the way in which stress affects the immune system Examine the way that stress affects daily life Define psychological moderators of stress Investigate common stress-related health disorders Explore how you can assess your own stress level Serial Self-Injurious Behavior Can our response to situations actually harm us? After completing this lecture, you should be able to: Explore the importance of frustration tolerance in healthy psychological adjustment and coping with stress Recognize the way in which this is part of our everyday lives Discuss the way in which lack of frustration tolerance can have pathological, harmful consequences Outline the way in which psychologists teach frustration tolerance Reading Chapter 3: Stress: What It Is and How to Manage It What is the difference between healthy stress and unhealthy stress? This chapter discusses the many types of stress and how stress affects our physical and psychological state Chapter 4: Psychological Factors and Health Take a granular look at how stress affects the nervous system, various organs, and the immune system Discussion Paragraph 1 What is the general adaptation syndrome? List and define its three phases Paragraph 2 Discuss something stressful about being an online student and anything from Chapter 3 in our textbook that might help manage this stress Instructions Write two paragraphs, one for each discussion question Due Wednesday at 11:59 p.m. ET Guidelines Discussion board posts are worth up to 25 points per week and will be graded according to the following guidelines: 20 points for initial response distributed as follows: 10 points for answering the initial post prompt completely 5 points for correct citation, reference, and use of APA style 5 points for correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation 5 points for a response post which is focused in nature and is at least 100 words in length Grade Value - 20 Points 10 points for answering the initial post prompt completely 5 points for correct citation, reference and use of APA style 5 points for correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation Discussion Response Post Instructions Respond to one initial post by a classmate Due Sunday at 11:59 p.m. ET Grade Value – 5 points 5 points for a response post Focused in nature Minimum of 100 words in length Quiz Covers material from Week 2 Due Sunday at 11:59 p.m. ET Open-book Untimed Can only be taken once and in one sitting You must do your own work! Sharing of answers will result in a zero for the quiz Flashcards – Chapter 3 Covering Chapter 3 of text Week 3 Healthy Behavior and the Self This week discusses circumstances that affect how we "see" ourselves, how others see us, and finally, how we think others see us. After completing this lesson, you should be able to: Restate the importance of nutrition in managing stress Recognize the importance of fitness in managing stress Paraphrase the importance of healthy sleep patterns in managing stress Describe how these guidelines are related to a healthy sense of self Explore the concept of self and its relationship to healthy adjustment Define self-concept and self-esteem Report on the way in which identity and esteem are critical to healthy adjustment Explore how prejudice and discrimination are related to a faulty sense of self-concept and poor self-esteem Identity and Self-Esteem Have you ever asked yourself, “Who am I?” or “Why am I here?” or “Do I like myself?” This lecture reviews what causes us to ask these questions and how these questions are addressed. After completing this lecture, you should be able to: Define the concept of identity Define the concept of self-esteem Explore the relationship between the two Review a case presentation which exemplifies this idea Discover strategies for correcting deficits in each Interactive Exercise Identity vs. Self-Esteem This 10-question interactive exercise will test your knowledge of the difference between the terms identity and self-esteem. Reading Chapter 5: Developing Healthier Behaviors This chapter will help us understand why healthy behaviors, both in activities and food, can lead to improved physical and psychological health Chapter 6: The Self in a Social World Do others see us the same way we see ourselves? What’s the importance of a first impression or our body language? Let’s explore these and many more factors in Chapter 6 Discussion Paragraph 1 Who are you? Paragraph 2 Why do you define yourself this way? Instructions Write two paragraphs, one for each discussion question Due Wednesday at 11:59 p.m. ET Guidelines Discussion board posts are worth up to 25 points per week and will be graded according to the following guidelines: 20 points for initial response distributed as follows: 10 points for answering the initial post prompt completely 5 points for correct citation, reference, and use of APA style 5 points for correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation 5 points for a response post which is focused in nature and is at least 100 words in length Grade Value - 20 Points 10 points for answering the initial post prompt completely 5 points for correct citation, reference and use of APA style 5 points for correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation Discussion Response Post Instructions Respond to one initial post by a classmate Due Sunday at 11:59 p.m. ET Grade Value – 5 points 5 points for a response post Focused in nature Minimum of 100 words in length Quiz Covers material from Week 3 Due Sunday at 11:59 p.m. ET Open-book Untimed Can only be taken once and in one sitting You must do your own work! Sharing of answers will result in a zero for the quiz Flashcards – Chapter 5 Covering Chapter 5 of text Flashcards – Chapter 6 Covering Chapter 6 of text Week 4 Social Influence This week explores the many ways we can influence others and be influenced by social influences. We will examine advertising and slogans, the bystander effect, and group membership. After completing this lesson, you should be able to: Explain the importance of social persuasion to the issue of human adjustment to the environment Define basic components of advertisements Differentiate central route from peripheral route Describe basic sales ploys Explore the concept of conformity Conceptualize the importance of Milgram’s studies in the history of psychological research Paraphrase psychological factors associated with altruistic behavior Explore the psychological effects of being in a crowd Psychology of Ad Slogans Do you enjoy advertising or do you view it as more of a "necessary evil"? During advertisement exposure, do you focus on what is being promoted (central route), or do you try to understand the underlying emotional tone or message (peripheral route)? This lecture will help you to understand that there’s more to the message than what you see on the surface. After completing this lecture, you should be able to: Review the concepts of central and peripheral routes in advertising Analyze how persuasion involves a psychological message Discuss the way in which advertising can be effective despite our assertions to the contrary Explore famous product advertising slogans and see how they are effective Wendy's Advertisement Wendy's Advertisement Use this link to see the Wendy's "Where's the beef?" advertisement on YouTube. Reading Chapter 7: Social Influence: Being Influenced by – and Influencing – Others When you were getting dressed this morning, did you consider what events you would participate in, who would see you, and/or how you wanted to be perceived based on appearance? We make many decisions based on social influences. Some are made based on central route information, while others may be driven by peripheral route information. Discussion Paragraph 1 Explain the difference between the central route and peripheral route in advertising Paragraph 2 Select a TV commercial that interests you, describe it, and discuss how use of the central and peripheral routes attempt to persuade you to buy the product Instructions Write two paragraphs, one for each discussion question Due Wednesday at 11:59 p.m. ET Guidelines Discussion board posts are worth up to 25 points per week and will be graded according to the following guidelines: 20 points for initial response distributed as follows: 10 points for answering the initial post prompt completely 5 points for correct citation, reference, and use of APA style 5 points for correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation 5 points for a response post which is focused in nature and is at least 100 words in length Grade Value - 20 Points 10 points for answering the initial post prompt completely 5 points for correct citation, reference and use of APA style 5 points for correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation Discussion Response Post Instructions Respond to one initial post by a classmate Due Sunday at 11:59 p.m. ET Grade Value – 5 points 5 points for a response post Focused in nature Minimum of 100 words in length Quiz Covers material from Week 4 Due Sunday at 11:59 p.m. ET Open-book Untimed Can only be taken once and in one sitting You must do your own work! Sharing of answers will result in a zero for the quiz Midterm Exam Covers material in Weeks 1–4 Due Sunday at 11:59 p.m. ET Open-book You have 120 minutes to complete this essay section of the exam Can only be taken once and in one sitting You must do your own work! Sharing answers will result in a zero for the exam Flashcards – Chapter 7 Covering Chapter 7 in text Week 5 Psychological Disorders and Psychotherapy We begin to discover how the application of psychology principles can help those suffering from psychological disorders. After completing this lesson, you should be able to: Explain the concept of mental illness Examine symptoms of common psychological disorders Differentiate depression from bipolar disorder Describe personality traits associated with antisocial personality disorder Explore the way in which sociopaths approach interpersonal relationships Conceptualize what is “therapeutic” in a counseling relationship Categorize core approaches of common therapies Differentiate behavioral from psychodynamic approaches Antisocial Personality Disorder This lecture identifies and defines various antisocial disorders. After completing this lecture, you should be able to: Define the concept of antisocial personality disorder (ASPD) Note the other names by which ASPD is called (sociopath, psychopath) Underscore the misconceptions about ASPD Review 11 basic personality traits of the sociopath Relate a mnemonic device for ASPD Narcissistic Uncoiling How can therapy and counseling help change a person suffering from antisocial personality disorder (ASPD)? This lecture discusses different answers to the question and provides examples of real-life situations. After completing this lecture, you should be able to: Explain the way in which sociopaths are faced with dilemmas when engaging in therapy Discover ways sociopaths reveal themselves in stages Explore how this is applicable to other forms of interpersonal communication Conceptualize how this is understood within the context of transference Reading Chapter 8: Psychological Disorders This chapter will help you identify, classify, and address various psychological disorders Chapter 9: Therapies: Ways of Helping In this chapter, we will examine various therapies, such as psychodynamic, humanistic-existential, biomedical, and cognitive Discussion Paragraph 1 What psychological disorder discussed in Chapter 8 of our textbook do you find the hardest to understand? Why? Paragraph 2 If a loved one or family member had this disorder, what type of therapy would you suggest that he/she seek? Why? Instructions Write two paragraphs, one for each discussion question Due Wednesday at 11:59 p.m. ET Guidelines Discussion board posts are worth up to 25 points per week and will be graded according to the following guidelines: 20 points for initial response distributed as follows: 10 points for answering the initial post prompt completely 5 points for correct citation, reference, and use of APA style 5 points for correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation 5 points for a response post which is focused in nature and is at least 100 words in length Grade Value - 20 Points 10 points for answering the initial post prompt completely 5 points for correct citation, reference and use of APA style 5 points for correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation Discussion Response Post Instructions Respond to one initial post by a classmate Due Sunday at 11:59 p.m. ET Grade Value – 5 points 5 points for a response post Focused in nature Minimum of 100 words in length Quiz Covers material from Week 5 Due Sunday at 11:59 p.m. ET Open-book Untimed Can only be taken once and in one sitting You must do your own work! Sharing of answers will result in a zero for the quiz Flashcards – Chapter 8 Covering Chapter 8 in text Week 6 Gender Roles and Interpersonal Attraction No matter who you are or what your background is, you may be able to relate to the information covered this week. We will identify gender roles, intimacy, stereotypes, and what causes some people to be attracted to others. After completing this lesson, you should be able to: Discuss the concept of gender roles and gender stereotypes Explore gender differences in cognitive abilities Differentiate male and female responses to aggression Clarify primary determinants of interpersonal attraction Explore different styles of love Conceptualize intimacy on an emotional level Define romantic love Differentiate emotional and physical components of attraction Transsexualism In this lecture, we explore transsexualism – the psychological factors and the myths – and examine a case study. After completing this lecture, you should be able to: Explore and repudiate the myths associated with transsexualism Recognize the source of psychological distress of many transsexuals Discuss the way in which transsexualism is considered a “disorder” Explore a case study from the prison Interactive Exercise Transsexual vs. Transvestite This six-question interactive exercise will test your knowledge of the difference between the terms transsexual and transvestite. Reading Chapter 12: Gender and Sexuality Does each gender come with certain strengths or characteristics, not equaled by the opposite gender? This chapter explores this question along with other biological and psychosocial gender influences Chapter 10: Interpersonal Attraction: Of Friendship and Love What causes love and friendship attraction? This chapter will review this and other “Laws of Attraction” Discussion Paragraph 1 Select a “love song” from the '60s, ’70s, or ’80s. Select eight lines from the song and interpret what it is saying about that specific relationship or about relationships in general Paragraph 2 Are relationships today the same as reflected in this song? Why? Instructions Write two paragraphs, one for each discussion question Due Wednesday at 11:59 p.m. ET Guidelines Discussion board posts are worth up to 25 points per week and will be graded according to the following guidelines: 20 points for initial response distributed as follows: 10 points for answering the initial post prompt completely 5 points for correct citation, reference, and use of APA style 5 points for correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation 5 points for a response post which is focused in nature and is at least 100 words in length Grade Value - 20 Points 10 points for answering the initial post prompt completely 5 points for correct citation, reference and use of APA style 5 points for correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation Discussion Response Post Instructions Respond to one initial post by a classmate Due Sunday at 11:59 p.m. ET Grade Value – 5 points 5 points for a response post Focused in nature Minimum of 100 words in length Quiz Covers material from Week 6 Due Sunday at 11:59 p.m. ET Open-book Untimed Can only be taken once and in one sitting You must do your own work! Sharing of answers will result in a zero for the quiz Flashcards Chapter – 10 Covering Chapter 10 in text Week 7 Relationships and Sexual Behavior There are many layers to relationships. We discuss the psychological state of males and females in intimate relationships and the sensitive topics of sexual addictions and rape. After completing this lesson, you should be able to: Describe the ABC model of relationships Explore the dynamics and understanding of trust in relationships Recognize the ingredients of successful marriages and relationships Recognize the signs of a deteriorating relationship Clarify biological foundations of sexual behavior and response Explore the phases of the sexual response cycle Conceptualize reasons why men rape and sexually assault women Define rape prevention strategies Differentiate sexual dysfunctions from sexual paraphilia Psychology of the Rapist Sexual assault is an emotional and sensitive topic. In this lecture, we will explore the psychology of rape and the psychologist's role in treating the rapist. After completing this lecture, you should be able to: Explore the psychology of rape Recognize the role of deviant fantasy in the etiology of sex crimes Reject the idea of random sex crimes Explore common traits of rapists Note the role that psychologists play in treating this disorder Summarize why psychologists say that there is no changing a rapist Interactive Exercise Facts and Myths on Rape This eight-question interactive exercise will test your ability to differentiate between fact and myth regarding rape. Reading Chapter 11: Relationships and Communication: Getting From Here to There We all know our ABCs, but do we know the ABC(DEs) of romantic relationships? After reading this chapter, you should be able to identify them in your own relationships Chapter 12: Gender and Sexuality, pp. 422–451 Do we understand how sexual behavior and response affects us psychologically? In this part of Chapter 12, we will review this issue and other topics related to the biological basis of sex Discussion Paragraph 1 Why do you think many relationships and marriages fail? Paragraph 2 Do you think more relationships and marriages fail these days because of social changes or changes in individuals or both? Instructions Write two paragraphs, one for each discussion question Due Wednesday at 11:59 p.m. ET Guidelines Discussion board posts are worth up to 25 points per week and will be graded according to the following guidelines: 20 points for initial response distributed as follows: 10 points for answering the initial post prompt completely 5 points for correct citation, reference, and use of APA style 5 points for correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation 5 points for a response post which is focused in nature and is at least 100 words in length Grade Value - 20 Points 10 points for answering the initial post prompt completely 5 points for correct citation, reference and use of APA style 5 points for correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation Discussion Response Post Instructions Respond to one initial post by a classmate Due Sunday at 11:59 p.m. ET Grade Value – 5 points 5 points for a response post Focused in nature Minimum of 100 words in length Paper Guidelines and Rubric for Final Paper (approximately 2,100 words) Theme Select one character from one of the following films (not one from each film) Tangled, (2010), Walt Disney Pictures, (DVD) Winter's Bone, (2010), Lionsgate, (DVD) American Beauty, (1999), Paramount, (DVD) Purpose This paper is your opportunity to apply what you have learned from this course through analyzing: How the character coped with adversity How his/her sense of self was important to his/her coping What kind of coping mechanisms the character used to deal with stress Content This course focuses on human adjustment (healthy and unhealthy) to the challenges of the environment, and each of these films has at least two characters (a male and a female) from which you may choose. Course text: discuss and use material from three different chapters of the textbook. You can choose any three chapters and concepts you consider appropriate Outside resources: use three references, other than your text, which deal with the concepts or ideas regarding the psychology of the character you have chosen Structure (include labels for each section) I. Title Page (centered) Title of film Name of character featured in paper Word count Grading value: 5 points II. Summary Summarize the movie plot and explain why you think it has anything to do with adaptation to a challenging environment or situation Suggested length: 1 page Grading value: 20 points III. Character Identify the character you have selected and explain the reasoning behind your choice. What is his/her stressful situation? What is the conflict? Detail how you understand or make sense of the stress/challenges/adversity that this character is facing. What is he or she going through that makes life difficult? Suggested length: 2 pages Grading value: 30 points IV. Theory Describe how the character you have chosen tries to adapt or adjust to the challenges facing him/her. What defense mechanisms does he/she use? What is his/her sense of self? How does he/she handle stress? Is this healthy or unhealthy? How is his/her sense of self important to his/her ability to cope? Suggested length: 3 pages Grading value: 40 points V. Reaction Verbalize, in some detail, why you did or did not like the film Suggested length: 1 page Grading value: 5 points VI. Grammar, Spelling, APA Style Paper is written according to APA format and style In-text citations are in APA format Reference list is in APA format Use of quotations is minimal Effective use of paraphrasing Paper is free from spelling, punctuation, grammar, and sentence structure errors Grading value: 20 points Additional Notes Click the Submit Assignment button below to submit your work to Turnitin Due Week 7, Sunday, 11:59 p.m. ET No late papers will be accepted for any reason Overview of the three movies Tangled, (2010), Walt Disney Pictures, (DVD). Based on the Rapunzel myth. The characters, Rapunzel and Flynn Rider, each have to negotiate the challenges of adolescence and separation from their families Winter's Bone, (2010), Lionsgate, (DVD). Contains an unforgettable portrayal of a young Ozark woman trying to track down her missing father. The film is centered around drug use and methamphetamine production in the Arkansas countryside. Highly acclaimed at Sundance (Grand Jury Award for Best Drama), the film also received a number of Academy Award nominations. Jennifer Lawrence (she’s 20) as Ree Dolly and John Hawkes as her uncle (Teardrop) both received acting nominations, and either one would be a great character to look at. Ree is one of the deepest, most well-developed characters in a movie in a long time. The end of the film is as powerful as anything you are likely to see on film American Beauty, (1999), Paramount, (DVD). Winner of five Oscars in 1999: Best Picture, Best Actor (Kevin Spacey), Best Director (Sam Mendes), Best Original Screenplay, and Best Cinematography. This movie is about an older man having a midlife crisis. Please be aware that this film is heavy on sexual themes and includes some graphic violence. There is sex and nudity in this film, and it is full of symbolism and social implications. The great thing about this film is that there are six characters (three female and three male) who are developed deeply enough for you to write about Quiz Covers material from Week 7 Due Sunday at 11:59 p.m. ET Open-book Untimed Can only be taken once and in one sitting You must do your own work! Sharing of answers will result in a zero for the quiz Flashcards – Chapter 12 – Set A Covering Chapter 12 in text Flashcards – Chapter 12 – Set B Covering Chapter 12 in text Week 8 From Adolescence to Adulthood In this course, we have considered many new ways to view life and a person’s ability to adjust to various settings, situations, circumstances, and people. We conclude this course by looking at the overall lifespan and the various psychological influences we encounter during each life stage. After completing this lesson, you should be able to: Explain physical and cognitive changes of adolescence Explore the way in which development affects adjustment Outline the challenges of young adulthood Recognize the challenges of midlife Clarify what is meant by midlife crisis Discuss the importance of the work world and career in adult development and adjustment Conceptualize the way individuals think about career directions Examine work-related stress Define sexual harassment and explore how to deal with it in the workplace Supervision What would your work day be like without a supervisor? Most likely, your view of this would depend greatly on your supervisor's quality of work. This lecture identifies various types of supervisors, employees, and adjustments that often occur between the two sides. After completing this lecture, you should be able to: Explore the way in which supervising others, or being supervised, is a foundational aspect of the working environment Discuss ways in which healthy and unhealthy supervisory styles are manifested Recognize what makes a good supervisor Reflect on how transition to a supervisory level can be challenging and stressful Interactive Exercise Positive and Negative Managerial Styles This seven-question interactive exercise will test your ability to determine if a particular managerial trait is positive or negative. Reading Chapter 13: Adolescent and Adult Development: Going Through Changes Benjamin Franklin is quoted as saying: “In this world, nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.” This chapter discusses certainties in life, such as physical growth, change, development, and aging Chapter 14: The Challenge of the Workplace Most adult Americans spend more awake hours at work than anywhere else. The final reading assignment discusses workplace challenges, stress, and adjustments Discussion Paragraph 1 What is sexual harassment? What are the common manifestations of this in the workplace? Paragraph 2 Consider someone famous who has been the focus of sexual harassment charges in the past five years? What happened, and what is your opinion of how it was handled? Instructions Write two paragraphs, one for each discussion question Due Wednesday at 11:59 p.m. ET Guidelines Discussion board posts are worth up to 25 points per week and will be graded according to the following guidelines: 20 points for initial response distributed as follows: 10 points for answering the initial post prompt completely 5 points for correct citation, reference, and use of APA style 5 points for correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation 5 points for a response post which is focused in nature and is at least 100 words in length Grade Value - 20 Points 10 points for answering the initial post prompt completely 5 points for correct citation, reference and use of APA style 5 points for correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation Discussion Response Post Instructions Respond to one initial post by a classmate Due Sunday at 11:59 p.m. ET Grade Value – 5 points 5 points for a response post Focused in nature Minimum of 100 words in length Flashcards – Chapter 13 Covering Chapter 13 in text Quiz Covers material from Week 8 Due Sunday at 11:59 p.m. ET Open-book Untimed Can only be taken once and in one sitting You must do your own work! Sharing of answers will result in a zero for the quiz Final Exam Covers material in Weeks 4–8 Due Sunday at 11:59 p.m. ET Open-book You have 120 minutes to complete the essay questions in this section Can only be taken once and in one sitting You must do your own work!