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The Assessment Tasks
You are expected to write a report in MS Doc or Docx format, completing all the following two tasks:
Task 1: Quantitative vs Qualitative Analysis Approaches in Mental Health Interventions
Investigate the varying approaches to decision-making in the context of developing mental health interventions for UK youth and young adults by comparing and contrasting quantitative and qualitative analysis methods.
Guidelines:
1. Select and describe three specific techniques from each category (quantitative and qualitative) that are relevant to mental health research. These techniques might include statistical analysis, modelling for quantitative methods, and interviews, focus groups, or thematic analysis for qualitative methods.
2. Emphasize techniques that are particularly relevant to mental health interventions, providing examples from this sector.
3. Highlight circumstances under which qualitative analysis is more appropriate compared to quantitative analysis, and vice versa, in the context of mental health.
4. Summarise the key points of your comparison in a table to clarify differences and applications of eachapproach. (Word count: 900 words, ±10%).
Task 2: Systems Dynamics/Thinking in Mental Health Role Analysis
Mental Health Amongst Young Adults of Black Heritage in the UK
Mental health disparities among young adults of Black heritage in the UK have been well-documented in various studies. This population, particularly those aged 18-30, faces unique challenges that contribute to mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, and psychosis. According to research, young Black adults experience mental health challenges at higher rates than their white counterparts due to factors such as racial discrimination, socioeconomic inequality, and cultural stigma(SpringerLink)(Home). These challenges are exacerbated by systemic barriers, including limited access to culturally competent mental health services(SpringerLink).
Your task is to analyse these mental health disparities using Causal Loop Diagrams (CLDs) and Stock and Flow Diagrams (SFDs). By leveraging a systems thinking approach, you will assess the interactions between key factors contributing to poor mental health outcomes and propose potential interventions. Your goal is to use these tools to provide insights into how different variables interact and to simulate the impact of potential interventions aimed at improving mental health among Black British young adults.
Deliverables:
1. Causal Loop Diagram (CLD): Clearly labelled with all relevant variables and explanations for each feedback loop.
2. Stock and Flow Diagram (SFD): Clearly labelled with stocks, flows, and feedback structures. Include a brief description of how your model captures the dynamics of mental health over time.
3. Intervention Proposal: A summary of three interventions that you believe will have the most significant impact on improving mental health outcomes. Use the CLD and SFD to support your argument.
4. Simulation (Optional): Use Vensim or another system dynamics simulation tool to simulate the outcomes of the interventions over time. Show how each intervention changes the behaviour of the system. Place Your Order Now!
Submission Guidelines:
• Use Vensim or any other system dynamics software to create the diagrams.
• Ensure that each diagram is clear, with appropriate labelling of feedback loops and interactions between variables.
• Write a brief report summarizing your findings and discussing how the system dynamics model provides insights into the complex mental health challenges faced by Black British young adults.
Learning Outcomes:
Learning Outcomes On successful completion of this assessment, you will be able to:
? Critically discuss the differences between quantitative vs. qualitative business analysis approaches.
? Successfully critique Systems Thinking for analysis using a wide range of appropriate sources and resources.
? Communicate effectively using different communication means such as report writing, use of ICT and, poster and/or oral presentation, to convey complex topics and concepts.
? Autonomously evaluate specialised contexts, requiring selection and application from a wide range of information sources