Assignment Prompt & Instructions
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Module 3 Discussion
Pico question: In adults diagnosed with Histrionic Personality Disorder receiving outpatient psychiatric care, how does Cognitive Behavioral Therapy compared to Psychodynamic Psychotherapy affect emotional regulation?
You must include you pico in each discussion and the academic abstract. Your literature review must consist of only US-based research. You must include only Level 1 or 2 research addressing your intervention and comparison groups.

**_Selecting Inclusion/Exclusion Criteria_**
After studying
[Module 3: Lecture Materials & Resources](https://stu.instructure.com/courses/47535/pages/module-3-lecture-materials-and-resources), discuss the following:
·
1. Describe the inclusion/exclusion criteria used to fine-tune the evidence-based research for your selected PICO question using the table below. See the example below:
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| **Database Searched** | **Search Terms / Keywords** | **Boolean Operators Used** | **Limits / Filters Applied** | **Number of Results Found** |
| PubMed | “generalized anxiety disorder” AND “DBT” | AND | Published in the last 5 years; English only | 182 |
| CINAHL | “depression” OR “major depressive disorder” AND “benzodiazepines” | OR, AND | Adults; peer-reviewed; English | 245 |
· 2. Discuss the databases searched and the process used to gather the evidence-based research for your selected PICO question.
· 3. Full points for the main issues section of the rubric will be given for including:
.
**Database Searched**
List each database used (e.g., PubMed, CINAHL, PsycINFO, Cochrane Library).
.
**Search Terms / Keywords**
Include specific keywords or subject headings used for your search.
.
**Boolean Operators Used**
Note how you combined terms (e.g., AND, OR, NOT).
.
**Limits / Filters Applied**
Describe any filters (e.g., date range, language, human subjects, age group).
.
**Number of Results Found**
Report how many articles were retrieved in each search.
**Submission Instructions:**
. Your initial post, question 2, should be at least 250 words, formatted and cited in the current APA style.
. Provide support for your work from at least five academic sources less than 5 years old. Visit
[Purdue OwlLinks to an external site.](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/research_and_citation/apa_style/apa_formatting_and_style_guide/general_format.html) for specific examples on how to create in-text citations and cite references using the current APA format.
. Students will use this PICO question when creating the abstract and academic poster.
. Students may not duplicate the PICO question of another student at St. Thomas University.
. Your initial post is worth 8 points.
. You should respond to at least two of your peers by extending, refuting/correcting, or adding additional nuance to their posts. Your reply posts are worth 2 points. (1 point per response)
. All replies must be constructive and use literature where possible.
. Please post your initial response by 11:59 PM ET Thursday, and comment on the posts of two classmates by 11:59 PM ET Sunday.
. You can expect feedback from the instructor within 48 to 72 hours from the Sunday due date.
· Your assignment will be graded according to the grading rubric.
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| **Discussion Rubric** |
| **Criteria** | **Ratings** | **Points** |
| Identification of Main Issues, Problems, and Concepts | **Distinguished – 4 points** Post is substantively accurate. Identifies and demonstrates a sophisticated understanding of the issues, problems, and concepts surrounding the assignment. Provides exceptional and thought-provoking analysis that directly addresses details and/or examples of the main topic. | **Excellent – 3 points** Post is mostly related to the topic. Demonstrates understanding of most of the issues, problems, and concepts surrounding the assignment. It provides some supporting details and/or examples. Analyses not as clear as they could be. | **Fair – 1-2 points** Demonstrates limited understanding of most of the issues, problems, and concepts surrounding the assignment. No details and/or examples are given. | **Poor – 0 points** Post is off-topic, incorrect and/or irrelevant to the issues, problems, and concepts surrounding the assignment. Analyses are not well organized or clear. | 4 points |
| APA Formatting Guidelines | **Distinguished – 2 points** The reference page contains at least the required current scholarly academic reference and text reference. Follows APA guidelines of components: double space, 12 pt. font, abstract, level headings, hanging indent, and in-text citations. | **Excellent – 1 point** The reference page contains one current scholarly academic resource and text reference. Follows most APA guidelines of components: double space, 12 pt. font, abstract, level headings, hanging indent, and in-text citations. | **Fair – 0.5 points** The reference page contains one current or outdated scholarly academic resource. Many errors of APA guidelines: double space, 12 pt. font, abstract, level headings, hanging indent, and in-text citations. | **Poor – 0 points** The reference page contains no current scholarly academic resources, only internet web pages, or no reference page. Lack of APA guidelines for references provided or in-text citations. | 2 points |
| Writing Mechanics | **Distinguished – 2 points** Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed; spelling is correct. | **Excellent – 1 point** Few grammatical errors, but sentences could be clearer and more precise. | **Fair – 0.5 points** The paper contains a few grammatical, punctuation, and spelling errors. | **Poor – 0 points** The paper contains numerous grammatical, punctuation, and spelling errors. | 2 points |
| Response to Posts of Peers | **Distinguished – 2 points** Constructively responded to two other posts and either extended, expanded, or provided a rebuttal to each. | **Fair – 1 point** Constructively responded to one other post and either extended, expanded, or provided a rebuttal. | **Poor – 0 points** Provided no response to a peer's post. | 2 points |
| **Total Points** | **10** |
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**## Module3discussioninstructions.docx**
Module 3 Discussion
Pico question: In adults diagnosed with Histrionic Personality Disorder receiving outpatient psychiatric care, how does Cognitive Behavioral Therapy compared to Psychodynamic Psychotherapy affect emotional regulation?
You must include you pico in each discussion and the academic abstract. Your literature review must consist of only US-based research. You must include only Level 1 or 2 research addressing your intervention and comparison groups.

**_Selecting Inclusion/Exclusion Criteria_**
After studying
[Module 3: Lecture Materials & Resources](https://stu.instructure.com/courses/47535/pages/module-3-lecture-materials-and-resources), discuss the following:
·
1. Describe the inclusion/exclusion criteria used to fine-tune the evidence-based research for your selected PICO question using the table below. See the example below:
| | | | | |
| — | — | — | — | — |
| **Database Searched** | **Search Terms / Keywords** | **Boolean Operators Used** | **Limits / Filters Applied** | **Number of Results Found** |
| PubMed | “generalized anxiety disorder” AND “DBT” | AND | Published in the last 5 years; English only | 182 |
| CINAHL | “depression” OR “major depressive disorder” AND “benzodiazepines” | OR, AND | Adults; peer-reviewed; English | 245 |
· 2. Discuss the databases searched and the process used to gather the evidence-based research for your selected PICO question.
· 3. Full points for the main issues section of the rubric will be given for including:
.
**Database Searched**
List each database used (e.g., PubMed, CINAHL, PsycINFO, Cochrane Library).
.
**Search Terms / Keywords**
Include specific keywords or subject headings used for your search.
.
**Boolean Operators Used**
Note how you combined terms (e.g., AND, OR, NOT).
.
**Limits / Filters Applied**
Describe any filters (e.g., date range, language, human subjects, age group).
.
**Number of Results Found**
Report how many articles were retrieved in each search.
**Submission Instructions:**
. Your initial post, question 2, should be at least 250 words, formatted and cited in the current APA style.
. Provide support for your work from at least five academic sources less than 5 years old. Visit
[Purdue OwlLinks to an external site.](https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/research_and_citation/apa_style/apa_formatting_and_style_guide/general_format.html) for specific examples on how to create in-text citations and cite references using the current APA format.
. Students will use this PICO question when creating the abstract and academic poster.
. Students may not duplicate the PICO question of another student at St. Thomas University.
. Your initial post is worth 8 points.
. You should respond to at least two of your peers by extending, refuting/correcting, or adding additional nuance to their posts. Your reply posts are worth 2 points. (1 point per response)
. All replies must be constructive and use literature where possible.
. Please post your initial response by 11:59 PM ET Thursday, and comment on the posts of two classmates by 11:59 PM ET Sunday.
. You can expect feedback from the instructor within 48 to 72 hours from the Sunday due date.
· Your assignment will be graded according to the grading rubric.
| | | | | | |
| — | — | — | — | — | — |
| **Discussion Rubric** |
| **Criteria** | **Ratings** | **Points** |
| Identification of Main Issues, Problems, and Concepts | **Distinguished – 4 points** Post is substantively accurate. Identifies and demonstrates a sophisticated understanding of the issues, problems, and concepts surrounding the assignment. Provides exceptional and thought-provoking analysis that directly addresses details and/or examples of the main topic. | **Excellent – 3 points** Post is mostly related to the topic. Demonstrates understanding of most of the issues, problems, and concepts surrounding the assignment. It provides some supporting details and/or examples. Analyses not as clear as they could be. | **Fair – 1-2 points** Demonstrates limited understanding of most of the issues, problems, and concepts surrounding the assignment. No details and/or examples are given. | **Poor – 0 points** Post is off-topic, incorrect and/or irrelevant to the issues, problems, and concepts surrounding the assignment. Analyses are not well organized or clear. | 4 points |
| APA Formatting Guidelines | **Distinguished – 2 points** The reference page contains at least the required current scholarly academic reference and text reference. Follows APA guidelines of components: double space, 12 pt. font, abstract, level headings, hanging indent, and in-text citations. | **Excellent – 1 point** The reference page contains one current scholarly academic resource and text reference. Follows most APA guidelines of components: double space, 12 pt. font, abstract, level headings, hanging indent, and in-text citations. | **Fair – 0.5 points** The reference page contains one current or outdated scholarly academic resource. Many errors of APA guidelines: double space, 12 pt. font, abstract, level headings, hanging indent, and in-text citations. | **Poor – 0 points** The reference page contains no current scholarly academic resources, only internet web pages, or no reference page. Lack of APA guidelines for references provided or in-text citations. | 2 points |
| Writing Mechanics | **Distinguished – 2 points** Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed; spelling is correct. | **Excellent – 1 point** Few grammatical errors, but sentences could be clearer and more precise. | **Fair – 0.5 points** The paper contains a few grammatical, punctuation, and spelling errors. | **Poor – 0 points** The paper contains numerous grammatical, punctuation, and spelling errors. | 2 points |
| Response to Posts of Peers | **Distinguished – 2 points** Constructively responded to two other posts and either extended, expanded, or provided a rebuttal to each. | **Fair – 1 point** Constructively responded to one other post and either extended, expanded, or provided a rebuttal. | **Poor – 0 points** Provided no response to a peer's post. | 2 points |
| **Total Points** | **10** |
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