Understanding the components of research and the research process is key to producing evidence-based research. Analyzing research is the first step in understanding these components. In this assignment, you will analyze a research study.
Write a 700- to 1,050-word analysis of the research study. Address the following questions:
• What is the research problem(s)?
• What is the research question(s) and
hypothesis (if given)?
Does the author use relevant literature? How does the cited literature support the study?
• Does the author justify the need for the
study (e.g., a gap in the literature)?
• What methods and procedures are
used? How is informed consent applied to the study? What additional ethical
guidelines are taken into consideration?
• How was data analysis conducted?
• What are the major findings of the study? What is the importance of the findings?
• How can this research be used in social
work practice?
Note: Do not use any direct quotations in your assignment. You may paraphrase information and cite it appropriately.
Format your paper according to APA guidelines.