Research Presentation
Students will select a topic related to substance abuse or process/behavioral addictions and
develop a presentation (Power Point only) on this topic. Read the rubric (attached below)
The presentation must be 15-20 slides long (This does not include references: I will allow more
if needed) and be supported by at least 10 refereed journal articles, 2 of which must be written
within the past 2 years. Do not include videos or voice overs.
Ensure a reference list is included in the presentation. Do not simply copy and paste information from sources. Research and paraphrase your findings in your own
words. Presentations with Turnitin scores above 35% will be reviewed and/or referred as
appropriate to inquire further into elevated scores and/or plagiarism. In case of elevated scores or
evidence of plagiarism, points will be deducted for APA style up to 25 points and including a
zero grade for the assignment.
Information on harmful compulsive behaviors and treatment is, unfortunately, too vast to cover
completely in a semester. The purpose of this assignment is to give you an opportunity to
independently explore in depth a topic that is of interest to you.
The presentation should not reflect personal opinions on a particular topic but should be
empirically grounded (in a summary in your own words of what others in the field have found).
If you would like to use your opinion, please use I phrases and only in gaps in the knowledge
base or implications for clinical practice section.
Use quotes to a minimum. Points will be deducted for excessive use of quotes. There should
be no more than 2 direct quotes in this presentation. Instead of quotes, paraphrase your
understanding of content to support your ability to engage critical thinking and analysis of
content.
Organization:
The presentation should be sub-divided into the following headings.
Review of existing literature. Summarize what is currently known and, if possible, critique
methods used to collect data. Include in your lit review why it is an important issue today and
generally what is known in the literature (suggested limit: 6-8 slides)
Gaps in the Knowledge Base. Identify issues that we do not yet understand related to your
topic and future research needs (suggested limit: 3-4 slides)
Implications for Clinical Practice. Based on the research literature, identify the treatment and
intervention options that practitioners, agencies, and communities should consider and
implement (suggested limit: 6-8 slides).
Rubric
A preseResearch Presentation Points Possible Points Earned
Assignment Content and Organization
The assignment is grammatically and typographically correct and proper length/number of slides. (15-20 slides) 5
Proper use of quotations, commas, italics, and other punctuation marks. 3
Points are well presented, logical, and insightful. Turnitin scores above 35% from lack of paraphrasing will cause a deduction of all APA points (minimum 25 points up to receiving zero credit). 5
Text is written in a coherent, succinct and well-organized manner. 5
Quotations are introduced properly, not excessive, and presented in proper APA style (i.e. Smith & Jung, 2004, p. 123). (No more than 2 quotes) 5
References are from professional sources (Codes, professional journals, and professional texts; no informal websites) (At least 10 refereed journal articles, 2 within the past 2 years). 2
TOTAL POINTS APA/REFERENCES/CITATIONS 25
Demonstrates understanding of different recovery models that apply to substance abuse treatment and rehabilitation. Examples of recovery models are disease concept which includes 12 steps, self-efficacy, group counseling, psychotherapeutic approaches such as CBT, etc. At least one model must be discussed and referenced in the presentation. 15
Demonstrates an understanding of models of addiction and theoretical explanations of addiction. Examples of models of addiction are moral, psychological, disease, developmental, etc. At least one model must be discussed and referenced in the presentation. 15
Identify and recommend treatment options that facilitate recovery and successful rehabilitation outcomes. 15
Demonstration of narrative understanding of addiction influence on social, career, educational, and psychological development. 15
Description of subjects other abilities (disabilities) and STRENGTHS. Disabilities are areas of weaknesses or risk factors that might exacerbate addiction such as teenagers underdeveloped brain. Women who become intoxicated faster than men so addictions can also develop faster. Strengths are protective factors that might lessen severity of or impact of addiction such as teenagers have less to lose in addictions because of not being homeowners or employed. Adults may seek treatment sooner because of so much to lose. 5
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