The article critique should be 6 pages, double spaced, 12pt font, Times New Roman. It should also have a cover page and reference included in those 6 pages. Use the link to access the article. The file attached has more thorough information regarding the requirements of the essay. This paper should remain on topic and not mention any redundant information.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3125885/
Research Article Critique Assignment (Individual)
Purpose: 1) to provide a concise summary of the research methods used in
social sciences, particularly in health psychology, and 2) to enable students to be
able to read and evaluate research in health psychology. AAHE Standards I (Key
Element A, C-F) and II (Key Element, A).
Assignment: Based on the attached article (“Alcohol use and related problems
among college students and their non-college friends: the competing roles of
personality and peer influence), write a critique using the following criteria. The
article is attached in the assignment area.
Evaluation: A number grade will be given for the analysis (total points=10) .
Reports will be evaluated on the basis of currency of topic, application and
integration of course concepts, organization of paper, spelling and grammar, and
originality of analysis. In addition, students will earn higher grades for
successfully integrating information from additional sources and/or related
articles. REFER TO RUBRIC LISTED ON COURSE HOMEPAGE FOR MORE
SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONSSample format for Article Critique
Heading: Name, Class, Instructor, Journal Drug-Use related Article
CitationStatement of the Research Problem:
Describe the problem as visualized by the authors, the motivation for researching
the problem, and the importance of the topic to the profession. Description of the
Research Procedures and Data Analysis : What is the overall research method
used by the researchers? Is a research model proposed? Are there any flaws in
the research design? Provide a brief summary of the data analysis in your own
words.
Conclusions: Are the conclusions justified given the research design adopted
and research procedures followed? Have the limitations been correctly
recognized and addressed? Assess the soundness of the implications (as
described by the authors) of this research for research and practice. Etc..
Summary- Your overall critique based on your understanding of the research: A
concise summary of the research critique. Examples- What is your overall
critique of the article(s)? What interventions or programs are best for your target
populations to address drug use and abuse? (you are not limited to these
questions)
Reference: Be sure to cite the article, using APA style of citation, in the
Bibliography.