PSYC 231 Topic Paper
Choose a topic that is of personal interest and is relevant to adolescent development (suggested topics provided below). Write an informative paper that explores that topic and incorporates research to support your information. You must have at least 5 scholarly sources which include: books, a minimum of 3 journal articles, and a maximum of 2 internet sites. Your paper must have at least 3–5 pages of content not including the title page, abstract, and reference page.
Write in current APA format, double-spaced with one-inch margins, and in Times New Roman 12-point font. Be sure to include a page header with page number.
Your organization of this paper must be as follows:
Title Page 1 page
Abstract 120–150 words (1 page)
Introduction 1–2 paragraphs
Summary 3–4 pages
- Origin of Issue
- Statistics and Facts
- Possible Solutions
- Christian Worldview of Issue
Conclusion 2–4 paragraphs
Reference Page 1 page
This assignment is due by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on Monday of Module/Week 7.
Suggested Topics
| Abortion
Peer pressure Juvenile delinquency Suicide Underage drinking ADHD STDs Bulimia Blended families Emotional development Sexual abuse Self-esteem Gender differences Personality traits |
Violence in schools
Cliques Test anxiety Grief Self mutilation Learning disabilities Obesity Body image Smoking Parental styles Emotional intelligence Social development School failure Friendships |
Substance abuse
Alcohol abuse Aggression Drunk Driving Gangs Anorexia Nervosa Divorce Physical development Moral development Ethnicity Homosexuality Dating Violence in media Shyness |