A comparison of cognitive behavioral therapy

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Research Proposal

NOTE: The Hypothesis given below is an example, and you are required to formulate your own.

Title - A Comparison of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Psychoanalysis in Treating Depression among Adults with Substance Use Disorders

Refer to the APA Sample Paper above for additional information for the Title Page.

Abstract

The abstract is writtenafter the research paper is completed.

Problem Statement and Review of the Literature

(2-3 pages, double-spaced, size 12 font)

Put the Problem Statement here. You were required to complete this for assignment # 2.

The Problem Statement is the background or context of the study.

Hypothesis

Put the hypothesis here. See example below.

Adults with a history of substance use disorders who receive cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) are more likely than those who receive psychoanalysis to show improvement in depressive symptoms.

Independent Variable = Treatment (CBT and Psychoanalysis)

Dependent Variable = Depression Score (which will be measured using a scale)

Specific Research Questions

Given that the hypothesis is usually a broad statement, it is necessary that we use specific questions to delimit or guide the study. These questions generally relate to sociodemographic factors (age, gender, marital status, ethnicity, level of education, etc.), which can also be potential confounding factors.

1. Does the level of depression vary by ethnicity?

2. Is there a statistically a significant difference between males and female with respect to level of depression?

3. Is there a statistically significant relationship between the age of the participants and the level of depression?

Please write 3-5 similar questions, based on your hypothesis and wider study context.

Theoretical or Conceptual Framework
(300- 350 words)

In this section you are required to describe and explain a psychological theory, model or concept that supports the hypothesis, and helps to explain the relationship between the independent and dependent variables. For examples, theories/concepts that are relevant to the example given here are CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and Psychoanalysis. Note that at least 4 different peer-reviewed references are required for this section.

Study Rationale
(300- 350 words)

Why is this study being conducted?

In this section you are required to state the potential impact of this study. In other words, address the following:

1. Which subgroup is likely to benefit from the findings of this study?
2. What specific programs or interventions can be developed?
3. How will the particular subgroups be able to access the programs or interventions?

Methodology
(2-3 pages, double-spaced, size 12 font)
(Note that details for each subheading below, will be circulated.)

Anticipated Results and Implications

List of References
(At least 10 different references are required for the entire paper.)

Note that all references listed here MUST be properly cited in the body of the paper.

List of Appendices

Appendices are supplementary material (usually excerpted from publications), which can better clarify and explain your study. For example, the instrument or scale that will be used for measuring or determining depression score will be included here.

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