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7 Developmental theory : Evidence based assessment and intervention8 Integration: Theory and research with casework in infancy9 Integration: Theory and research with casework in childhood/adolescence10 Integration: Psychopharmacology in clinical practice11 Integration: Theory and research with casework in adulthood12 Integration theory and research with casework in Adult/AgedAssessment:1a). Theoretical Summary (Pass/Fail)To help prepare you for your first written paper, you are required to submit a two page summarycontaining the following:i. A half page review of your chosen developmental theoryii. A half page review of your chosen neuropsychobiological theoryiii. A one page synthesis of these two theories outlining how the neuropsychobiologicalfindings have influenced our current understanding of your chosen developmental theory1b). Written paper 1: Integration of neuropsychobiological research with developmentaltheory (50%)Advances in neuropsychobiological research have implications for psychotherapeutic practicewith clients across all stages of the lifespan. Although our clinical interventions are theorydriven,our understanding of such theories is continually being shaped by new research.Examples of new neuropsychobiological knowledge that has impacted psychotherapeuticpractice include: the effects of trauma on the developing brain; the importance of earlyrelationships for the development of cognitive and affective capacity; and new understanding ofhow people change (the neuroscience of psychotherapy). Review one relevant area of recentneuropsychobiological research and discuss the implications for a specific developmentalpsychological theory and clinical intervention.(Further guidance will be given in week 1; suggested references and some readings areavailable on FLECS Blackboard)2. Written paper 2: Psychological Issue (50%)Discuss a psychological issue that might be brought to a counselling psychology practice e.g.Traumatic stress disorder, Anxiety disorder, Eating disorder, Relational problems, Mooddisorder, Problems Related to Abuse or Neglect. Connect this issue with a particulardevelopmental period and describe how you understand this issue from a particulardevelopmental theoretical perspective. Locate this in an appropriate classificatory system (DC:0-3R or DSM 1V or ICD 10). Discuss casework parameters including psychopharmacologicalissues appropriate to the age period you have located this in.Page 38 of 88Curtin University is a trademark of Curtin University of Technology.CRICOS Provider Code 00301J (WA), 02637B (NSW)