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Research Methodology and Program Evaluation Assignment - Exercise Prescriptions in Older Adults Worksheet
Scholarly Article Content Analysis -
Case Conceptualization - Orion is a 4-year-old African American child. He comes into counseling referred by his primary pediatrician. Orion has been diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder. He has difficulty with communication, has deficits in empathizing with others' intentions, and struggles with single-mindedness. Orion's parents and preschool teacher have noticed a pervasive pattern of emotional dysregulation which includes frequent episodes of hysterical crying. Orion's parents are concerned that he is not going to be promoted to kindergarten next year if he does not improve his ability to relate positively with others and improve his ability to regulate his emotions.
Article - Haas, S. C., & Ray, D. C. (2020, July 6). Child-Centered Play Therapy with Children Affected by Adverse Childhood Experiences: A Single-Case Design. International Journal of Play Therapy. Advance online publication. (Can be found in Resources in Week 4.)
1. Is the article above a peer-reviewed, scholarly source?
2. What is the (a) problem the researchers were investigating/purpose of the research and (b) research question the researchers were trying to answer? This is a 2-part question.
3. Describe the sample/participants in the study.
4. Did the researchers secure permission to conduct the study and/or secure informed consent from the participants? Were there any cultural concerns noted or do you have any concerns about bias?
5. Identify exactly what data was collected by the researchers in the study.
Is the data quantitative (numeric data such as scores on assessments like the Iowa Basic Skills Test (IBST) or the Beck Depression Inventory (BDI)? If there are assessment instruments used - are they numerical results or narrative results?
Is the data qualitative (for example, clinical intake interviews or a narrative behavioral observation?
6. What was the outcome or the general result of the research study?
What is the answer to the research question?
7. Based on your understanding of the results of the research study presented, discuss how the outcomes can be generally applied to your future counseling practice.
8. How does this research article apply to the case study at the top of the worksheet?