Psychological Disorder Project

Due:____________
Purpose: The purpose of this project is for you to teach the class what you have
learned about a psychological disorder. You will get computer time in class, and
present to the class during the week of finals. Each part of the project will be due
at different dates. There are three parts to the project- product, distorted fairy tale,
and PowerPoint presentation.
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Choose group and psychological disorder.

Create Brochure, website, or infographic
Create Presentation
Create Fairy Tale
Presentation of product and PowerPoint

Part I: Website, Infographic, or BrochureGoal: Your assignment is to create an original product using the medium of your
choice on your psychological disorder, much like something you would see at a
doctors office/website, hospital, or health center.
o Please make it interesting, creative and catchy.
o Remember, you want to help people who know someone, or is
themselves struggling with this disorder if they see it.
You may create quotes for characters in your product.
o For example, I was so sad that I couldnt get out of bed for days. I had no
appetite, and I slept all day. Shannon, age 35
Your work must include the following:
What is the disorder? Is there a history that goes with it (may not have a history)?
What are the causes of the disorder?
What are the symptoms? What warning signs are obvious?
What is the treatment?
Is there anything interesting relating to this disorder (famous people with disorder,
current theorists, weird treatments, etc.).
o Is there anything new in the field?
o Photos depicting the disorder and enhancing the overall look of the brochure.
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Your product must:

1. Be easy to read and understand- complete sentences and no grammatical errors.
2. Include at least 3 sources in a bibliography in APA style printed on a separate sheet
of paper.
3. Include the name of your disorder, the period, and your name on the title page.
4. Be thorough and include a significant amount of information on your disorder.
5. ALL TEXT MUST BE IN YOUR OWN WORDS- NOT COPY AND PASTED!
Part II: PowerPoint Presentation-

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Goal: You need to create a visual aid to use in your class presentation. You are to
reference the brochure as you present so that students can follow along as they
read their brochures.
Purpose: The purpose of this project is for you to teach what you have learned
about your disorder in a PowerPoint presentation. This should be in-depth and be 5
7 minutes long. You can include discussion questions or short activities to get
everyone else involved.
Please take note of the following:
1. Your PowerPoint presentation should be accurate and complete, without being too
long. Limit yourself to no more than 10 slides. Use bullets, not long text.
Explain from your notes and the bullets we will take notes and follow
the brochure provided!
2. Slides should be attractive, creative, easy to read, and interesting. All text should
be your own words, not copied and pasted.
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Your presentation should answer the following questions:

What is the disorder? Is there a history that goes with it (may not have a history)?
What are the causes of the disorder?
What are the symptoms? What warning signs are obvious?
What is the treatment?
Is there anything interesting relating to this disorder (famous people with disorder,
current theorists, weird treatments, etc.).
f. Is there anything new in the field?
4. This should be a scholarly pursuit of knowledge. You need at least three (3) sources
other than your book.
a. Multiple selections from one source is only one Source.
b. Google is not a source, so dont ask.
c. Pictures need to be referenced as well. (Do not count toward 3 total sources)
d. You need at least one journal article (means it is written by a professional).
5. A reference page should be attached to your working papers. Use APA format.
6. If you show a video clip it must be approved by me first, and have no objectionable
scenes or language.
7. You will have limited time in class to use computers.
8. You will be evaluating each others presentations for a grade as well as presenting
your own. Please be present to work on your project and to assess each others.
Part III: Fractured Fairy Tales-

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You are going to rewrite a common fairy tale giving the main character(s) your
disorder.
Choose a fairy tale you are familiar with (refer to the list provided). Two people
may not use the same story (first come, first serve).
Using your researched knowledge of the disorder, rewrite the story, as it would be
if the main character had that disorder.
Stories should NOT name the disorder, but should describe it within the story. (i.e.
Rapunzel has been hearing voices telling her that if she cuts off her hair, she will
turn into an airplane and will be able to escape the castle.)
Type the finished story and include your name on the top of the page.
Should be at least 3 paragraphs, 5 sentences each- Should have a beginning,
middle and end.
Be prepared to discuss your character(s) and their disorder.
An emailed and printed copy should be provided on the due date.
Be sure to incorporate the source of your story into you Bibliography page.
DO NOT TELL OTHER GROUPS WHAT FAIRY TALE YOU ARE USING!

Turn in requirements:
o Send to Mr. Charterina via email AND print out the product.
o Email address: acharterina@greeleyschools.org
Due:____________

Finally, while we may have fun with these disorders, please remember that they
can be a form of personal suffering for those with the disorder and those who
live with them and love them. Be respectful, and please do not do anything that
may offend someone who has the disorder or knows someone who does.

Name of group members: ________________________________(your name)

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Some examples of Childrens Stories:
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Humpty
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Peter Pan
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Jack and the
Beanstalk
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Gingerbread
Dumpty
Man
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Ugly Duckling
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Little Red
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Aladdin
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Swan
Riding Hood
Princess
o
Beauty and
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Goldilocks
the Beast
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The Boy who
and the 3 Bears
Cried Wolf
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Princess and
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Sleeping
the Pea
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The
Beauty
Emperors New Clothes
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The Frog
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Rumpelstiltski
Prince
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King Midas
n
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Tom Thumb
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Stinky Cheese
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Cinderella
Man
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Thumbelina
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Hansel and
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The Ant and
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The Lion and
Gretel
the
Grasshopper
the Mouse
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Rapunzel
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The Lion in
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The Tortoise
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Three Little
Love
and the Hare
Pigs
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The Miser and
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Little
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Rapunzel
His Gold
Mermaid
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Chicken Little
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Country
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Snow White
Mouse/City Mouse