M.A. PSYCHOLOGY

SECOND YEAR COURSES

(MPCE)

Assignments For July 2012 and January 2013

Sessions

Faculty of Psychology

School of Social Sciences Indira Gandhi National Open University

Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110 068

MPCE

M.A. Psychology – IInd Year MPCE-011, 012, 013 MPCE-021, 022, 023 MPCE-031, 032, 033

Assignments – July 2012 and January 2013 Sessions

Dear Learner,

You have to complete one Tutor Marked Assignment (TMA) for each of the courses in the Master’s Degree Programme in Psychology. Each assignment has 10 questions which have to be answered.

Before you attempt the assignments, please read the instructions carefully provided in the Programme Guide. It is important that you write the answeres to all the TMA questions in your own words. Your answers should be within the approximate range of the word-limit set for a particular section. Remember, writing answers to assignment questions will improve and sharpen your understanding of the concept.

Submission

You need to submit all the assignments within the stipulated time for being eligible to appear in the term-end examination. The completed assignments should be submitted as per the following schedule.

Session Last Date of Submission To be Sent

For July, 2012 Session

For January, 2013 Session

31st March, 2013

30th September, 2013

To The Coordinator of the Study Centre allotted to you

Please obtain a receipt from the study centre for the assignments submitted and retain it. If possible, keep a Xerox copy of the assignments with you. The Study Centre will return the assignments to you after they are evaluated. Please insist on this. The Study Centre has to send the marks to the S.E Division at IGNOU, New Delhi

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GUIDELINES FOR DOING ASSIGNMENTS

We expect you to answer each question as per guidelines mentioned in the assignment. You will find it useful to keep the following points in mind:

1) Planning: Read the assignments carefully. Go through the units on which they are based. Make some points regarding each question and then re-arrange these in a logical order.

2) Organisation: Be a little more selective and analytical before drawing up a rough outline of your answer. Give adequate attention to your introduction and conclusion.

Make sure that your answer:

a) is logical and coherent;

b) has clear connections between sentences and paragraphs;

c) Is written correctly giving adequate consideration to your expression, style and presentation;

3) Presentation: Once you are satisfied with your answers, you can write down the final version for submission, writing each answer neatly and underlining the points you wish to emphasize. Make sure that the answer is within the stipulated word limit.

Wishing you all the best,

Discipline of Psychology

IGNOU, New Delhi

PSYCHOPATHOLOGY (MPCE-011)

TUTOR MARKED ASSIGNMENT (TMA)

Course Code: MPCE-011 Assignment Code: MPCE-011/ASST/TMA/2012-13

Marks: 100

Note: All questions carry equal marks. You are required to answer all the questions. Each answer should be in about 500 words.

1. Trace the history of psychopathology. Give a critical analysis of the change that has happened in understanding psychopathology. 10

2. Explain the nature, symptoms and causes of Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorders

(ADHD). 10 3. Give a clinical picture of phobia. Describe the methods of treatment for phobic

disorder. 10 4. Describe the somatoform disorders with their symptoms and clinical features. 10 5. Explain narcissistic personality disorder. Analyze the causes of narcissistic personality

disorder. 10 6. Describe the diagnostic features of dependent personality disorder. Point out the

similarities and differences among dependent personality disorder, borderline personality disorder and histrionic personality disorder. 10

7. Elucidate the meaning and subtypes of major depressive disorder. Discuss the

psychological treatment for major depressive disorder. 10 8. A multidisciplinary approach to the treatment of substance induced mood disorder is

the most effective. Analyze the statement. 10 9. Define schizophrenia. Discuss the etiology of schizophrenia. 10 10. Elucidate the treatment approaches to paranoia and delusional disorder. 10

PSYCHODIAGNOSTICS (MPCE-012)

TUTOR MARKED ASSIGNMENT (TMA)

Course Code: MPCE-012 Assignment Code: MPCE 012/ASST/TMA/2012-13

Marks: 100 Instructions:

1. Attempt all the questions.

2. All questions carry equal marks

3. Word limit: 500 words per question.

1. Discuss in detail the classification for data sources for psychological assessment. 10

2. Describe self report methods and highlight its significance in clinical assessment. 10

3. Elucidate DSM IV (TR) diagnosis. 10

4. Describe Mental Status Examination. 10

5. Elucidate any two models of psychological reports. 10

6. Discuss in detail the Wechsler scales for measuring intelligence. 10

7. Define memory and describe in detail memory assessment. 10

8. Discuss in detail the utilization of data from tests of cognitive functions. 10

9. Explain Neuropsychological assessment and discuss its purpose and limitations. 10

10. Discuss the Thematic Apperception Test with a focus on its application. 10

PSYCHOTHERAPEUTIC METHODS (MPCE-013)

TUTOR MARKED ASSIGNMENT

(TMA)

Course Code: MPCE-013

Assignment Code: MPCE-013/ASST/TMA/2012-13 Marks: 100

All questions carry equal marks. You are required to answer all the questions. Each answer should be in about 500 words.

1. Discuss the basic tenets of psychoanalytic therapy. How do neo-psychoanalytic models differ from Freud’s psychoanalysis?

2. What is interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT)? Discuss the techniques of IPT.

3. Explain the following:

(a) Levels of consciousness (Carl Jung) (b) Existential therapy

4. What do you understand by attachment based interventions? Discuss the technique used in

attachment based interventions. 5. Discuss the concept and applications of behaviour modification. What are the various

methods used in behaviour modification, explain with suitable examples. 6. What are the core assumptions of cognitive behaviour therapy? Explain the process of

cognitive behaviour therapy. 7. Define the following:

(a) Solution focused therapy (b) Psychotherapy integration

8. What are the goals of client centered therapy? Discuss the process adopted in client centered therapy.

9. Write short notes on the following:

(a) Principles of group psychotherapy (b) Difference between eclecticism and psychotherapy integration

10. Would you suggest a single psychotherapy across all the groups? If yes, explain the reason. If not, what criteria would you adopt to choose a psychotherapy for a particular group and why? Explain with the help of suitable examples.

COUNSELLING PSYCHOLOGY (MPCE-021)

TUTOR MARKED ASSIGNMENT (TMA)

Course Code: MPCE- 021 Assignment Code: MPCE 021/ ASST/TMA/2012-13 Marks: 100

Note : All questions carry equal marks. You are required to answer all questions. Each answer should be in about 500 words.

1. Differentiate between guidance and counseling. Explain the major factors that influence counseling process. 10

2. Discuss goals and techniques in Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy. 10

3. Write short notes on the following: 5+5

a) Ethical principles in counseling b) Steps in Art Therapy

4. Define Drama Therapy. Discuss the stages and techniques used in Drama Therapy. 10

5. Explain the assumptions and techniques used in person-centered therapy. 10 10

6. “HIV testing and counseling services are a gateway to HIV prevention, care and treatment”. Explain. 10

7. What do you understand by educational and vocational counseling? Describe the three sub-areas of educational counseling. 10

8. Write short on the following:

a) Child rights in India

b) Types of Eating Disorders

9. Write a note on the strategies of counseling for street children. 10

10. Delineate the causes of personality disorders. Discuss Cluster A personality disorders. 4+6

ASSESSMENT IN COUNSELLING AND GUIDANCE( MPCE-022)

TUTOR MARKED ASSIGNMENT (TMA)

Course Code: MPCE-022

Assignment Code: MPCE-022/ASST/TMA/2012-13 Marks: 100

Note: All questions carry equal marks. You are required to answer all the questions. Each answer should be in about 500 words.

1. Differentiate between psychological assessment and psychological testing. Mention the characteristics of a good psychological test. 10

2. Discuss the nature and purpose of guidance and counselling programme at the senior

secondary stage keeping in mind the developmental tasks at this stage. 10 3. Critically discuss the complexities involved in assessment. 10 4. Analyze interview as a tool of psychological assessment. 10 5. Discuss the theory of personality as proposed by Freud. 10 6. What do you mean by irrational beliefs? Elucidate rational emotive behavior therapy

by Ellis. 3+7 7. Define the concept of multiculturalism. Analyze the role of counselor in multicultural

counselling. 10 8. Describe the nature and techniques of behavioral counselling. 10 9. Describe the importance of need assessment for guidance and counseling programme.

How will you set up a guidance committee for guidance and counselling programme? 6+4 10. Write short notes on the following: 5+5

(a) Case study method (b) Key assumptions in narrative therapy

INTERVENTIONS IN COUNSELLING (MPCE - 023)

TUTOR MARKED ASSIGNMENT (TMA)

Course Code: MPCE-023 Assignment Code: MPCE-023/ASST/TMA/2012-13

Marks: 100 Note: All questions carry equal marks. You are required to answer all the questions.

Each answer should be in about 500 words.

1. Explain insight counselling. Discuss various insight therapies. 10 2. What do you mean by ethics? Discuss the ethical issues related to counselling. 10 3. Define learning disability. Describe the intervention strategies for learning disability. 10 4. Discuss the various counselling strategies for helping children. 10 5. Explain stress inoculation technique (SIT) with an example. 10 6. Delineate the key assumptions of solution focused counselling. Critically discuss the

application of solution focused counselling in the present day context. 10 7. Discuss Rogers’ client centred counselling. 10 8. Explain object relation theory in the context of couple/family counselling. 10 9. Define eclecticism. Discuss the significance of eclectic approach in counselling. 10 10. Write short notes on the following: 5+5

(a) ABCD model by Ellis (b) Systematic desensitization

ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOUR (MPCE-031)

TUTOR MARKED ASSIGNMENT TMA

Course Code: MPCE-031 Assignment Code: MPCE-031/ASST/TMA/2012-13

Marks: 100

Note:Attempt all the questions. Each question carries 10 marks. You are supposed to answer the questions in about 500 words.

1. How do you define an ‘Organizational Behavior’? What are the major goals and characteristics of the field of organizational behavior? 2+8

2. What are the different models of organization? 10

3. How do you classify the different types of motives at work place? Describe the model which shows that there is a relationship between motivation and performance? 5+5

4. Explain any two of the content theories which you think can explain the concept of motivation and work place behavior in an organizational set up. 10

5. ‘ Expectancy theory and Equity theory are two of the theories which explain how an

individual behavior is energized, directed and maintained at work place’. Justify the statement. 10

6. Write Short Notes on any two of the following(in about 250-300 words each): 5+5

i) Types of Organization ii) Job Satisfaction iii) Process of Motivation

7. What are the different principles and functions of management? 10

8. What do you understand by the concept of team building? Describe the steps with the help of which an effective team can be created. 2+8

9. What are the processes with the help of which the morale and productivity of the

employees of the organization can be maintained? 10 10. Write Short Notes on the following(in about 250-300 words each): 5+5

i) Total Quality Management ii) Flexible working Hours

HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (MPCE-032)

TUTOR MARKED ASSIGNMENT (TMA)

Course Code: MPCE-032 Assignment Code: MPCE 032/ASST/TMA/2012-13

Marks: 100 Instructions:

1. Attempt all the questions.

2. All questions carry equal marks

3. Word limit: 500 words per question.

1. Discuss the significance of talent inventory and forecasting workforce in an organizational setup. 10

2. Elucidate attitudes in organization with a focus on key work related attitudes. 10

3. Describe the short term programmes in Human Resource Planning. 10

4. Discuss in detail the aims and objectives of Human Resource Management 10

5. Define management and elucidate the principles of Management. 10

6. Delineate the techniques and methods of training and development. 10

7. Describe the concept and objectives of Intellectual Property Rights. 10

8. Discuss the ways of preventing and stopping workplace violence. 10

9. Elucidate the significance of Corporate Social Responsibility with a focus on its types. 10

10. Discuss in detail the significance of retaining qualified and technical personnel in an organization. 10

ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT (MPCE-033)

TUTOR MARKED ASSIGNMENT (TMA)

Course Code: MPCE-032 Assignment Code: MPCE 032/ASST/TMA/2012-13

Marks: 100

Note : All questions carry equal marks. You are required to answer all questions. Each answer should be in about 500 words.

1. Define Organisational Development. Differentiate organisational development from organizational change. 10

2. Discuss the nature of organisational development. 10

3. Write short notes on the following: 5+5

a) Participative Management b) ‘Six Box Model’ by Weisberg 4. Describe participation and empowerment and discuss their relationship. 10

5. Explain the concept of organizational learning and its core areas. 10

6. Elucidate the various purposes and phases of diagnosis in an organization. 10

7. What is programme evaluation? Describe various types of evaluation. 10

8. Describe the factors to be considered for organisational development interventions. Explain the major “families” of organisational development intervention activities. 10

9. Examine organisational development interventions based on target groups. 10

10. Write short notes on the following: 5+5

a) Coaching and counseling

b) Mentoring