SHORT ESSAY RESPONSE:

you are required to research and cite at least one outside source per question and must properly cite all references using APA format. You may use your textbook as a cited reference to complete this exam but, if you do, limit the textbook citations and be sure to use an additional outside source. In other words, use a peer-reviewed, reliable source in lieu of, or in addition to, your textbook. Be sure your source is a reliable one. Do not use Wikipedia, .com or .org sources, or the like

You may not quote material from a source; you must paraphrase and cite appropriately

1) List five questions that would help you judge the value of a research study. You are not to develop hypotheses but questions that will help one judge if the research study was conducted in a scientific way, therefore, has merit. Support your answer with research.

2) Why do health psychologists focus on a behavioral component? Include in your answer some of the varied assessments used.

3) How can health psychologists work to reduce the stressful nature of the work environment?

4) Is criminal profiling a science? Why or why not? Defend your answer with a case example and address counter points.