The purpose of this research paper is to provide you with the opportunity to explore theories of helping and develop your own theoretical orientation and approach. Cognitive and cognitive behavioral theories and phenomenological theory.
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Subject: Psychology
The purpose of the research paper is to provide you with the opportunity to explore theories of helping and develop your own theoretical orientation and approach. The research paper must be submitted in APA format, including a title page , abstract, the body of the paper and references. The body of the paper should be eight pages in length. In the body of the research paper you must incorporate the following four headings and topical areas to organize the body of the paper. (see listing below) In each section, you must communicate your points and support them with your research. The paper must be organized according to these required sections and headings. Substantial point deductions will result if the paper is not organized as required and if headings are not included as indicated.
1. Discussion of two preferred theories: The first section of the paper is a discussion of two preferred theories covered in the textbook, demonstrating the student’s critical thinking about the theories.
2. Further exporation of theoritical concepts of one preferred theory: The second section is a deeper exploration of concepts inherent in one of the two preferred theories that were discussed in the first section of the paper.
3. Microskills and techniques expected to be effective with this theory: The third section is a discussion of strategies and techniques included in this theory, as well as other microskills that relate to use of the theory in practice.
4. Summary of theoretical perspective: The paper will conclude with a summary section, including a rationale explaining why the preferred theories were appealing as well as discussion of the possible limitations in practice that might occur if it were limited just to the two theories covered in the paper.