For this assignment you will have to conduct a research here are the instructions: Choose a focused topic (e.g., evolution of autism diagnosis, changing views on depression, development of CBT). Resea

For this assignment you will have to conduct a research here are the instructions:

Choose a focused topic (e.g., evolution of autism diagnosis, changing views on depression, development of CBT).

Research the history — find how the topic was first understood and who the early key thinkers were.

Trace its evolution — describe at least two major turning points (like new technologies, paradigm shifts, or DSM changes).

Analyze why it changed — consider scientific, cultural, or political reasons behind those shifts.

Discuss the current view — explain how the topic is understood today and where it might be headed in the future.

Conclude — summarize the main takeaways and why understanding this evolution matters.

Researching across time periods (find both older and modern scholarly sources).

Critical thinking (explaining why views changed).

Scientific writing in APA 7 format.

3–4 pages (not counting cover page or references).

Double-spaced, 12-point Times New Roman, 1-inch margins.

APA 7th edition formatting.

At least 4 scholarly sources, including:

1 primary source (original study/theory).

Sources from different time periods.

• Library Databases: PsycINFO, PsycARTICLES, Google Scholar, JSTOR (for historical articles).
• ●​APA Style Help: Purdue Online Writing Lab (OWL), the official Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, 7th Edition.

Academic Integrity: Plagiarism will not be tolerated and will result in a failing grade for the assignment and potential further disciplinary action. Please ensure all ideas and words from other sources are properly cited. 

1. ​Using AI to help you get an idea/edit your paper is fine but you must cite any AI softwares you use and write what you used it for