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Reappraisal: Regulation of Emotional Distress in University Students during Covid-19 Pandemic

Pooja Gupta

Unit: PSY1022

Due Date:

Tutor/Tutorial:

Word Count: 2500

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Abstract

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200 words. This word limit should be strictly adhered to. If you are over the limit, you will get a

zero for this section.

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Your Introduction section does not need an explicit title, it is assumed to be the

Introduction as it occurs at the beginning of the paper. While there is no strict word limit for the

Introduction it is suggested that you aim for around 900 words for the Introduction.

Further paragraphs would go here.

Emotion regulation (ER) is the process by which people stay positive in the face of adversity,

keep calm under pressure and prevent themselves from becoming overwhelmed by feelings such

as disgust,
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Method

Participants

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Design

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indented (like shown) and the rest should be flushed left.

Materials

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Procedure

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(Aim for approx. 600 words for Method.)

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Expected Outcomes and Implications

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approx. 800 words for Expected Outcomes and Implications)

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References

This is where you will provide your reference list in APA 6th format. You can find information

on how to do this on moodle or by following this link. APA referencing requires a

hanging indent (as shown here, where it is indented in from the second line of each

reference).

You would then have a second reference start here on this next line. There should be no gaps in

between each reference. The next reference should just start on the line directly below.

This would be a third reference. You should have at least 7 total.

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Marking Criteria

Criteria % Description Mark

Title and Title Page  2.5 Clear and succinct title that reflects the main topic and
relationship between the variables in the proposed study.
Length of title should Title includes the independent and dependent variables
be 100 characters (12 (or predictor and criterion variables). 
words) including
spaces or less (strict Title page should also include: your name, unit name
limit) and code, due date, your allocated consultation, and
your word count.

Abstract 7.5 Summary of each of the main sections of the proposal.

States the main background, aim and
Approximate length: hypothesis of the proposed study. Mentions the
150 words, should not proposed participants and an overview of what they
exceed 200 words would be asked to do (e.g., any measures you would
(strict maximum) request them to complete). Includes the practical or
theoretical implications of the study assuming that the
hypothesis is supported. 

Introduction 35 Provides a brief critical review of relevant research on

the topic (around five references) including a theoretical
Approximate length: explanation for the research question, and a clear
800 words rationale for the proposed study. The Introduction closes
with the aim of the study, and a clearly operationalized
Aim and hypotheses hypothesis.
should be written in
future tense.
Method 25 The Method clearly and concisely describes the
proposed Participants, Design, Materials and Procedure,
Approximate Length: and should pay attention to the ethical standards
450 words required of research performed at Monash University. 

Written in future
tense. 
Expected Outcomes 20
and Implications
Approximate Length:
550 words
Clearly and concisely summarises what the expected
results are regarding the hypothesis. With reference to
previous literature, the two possible study outcomes
(i.e., hypothesis supported/hypothesis not supported)
should be interpreted with regard to both theoretical and
methodological explanations; key limitations should be
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raised, and future research recommended. This section

should close with a statement about the broader
implications of the study. 

APA Referencing, 10 Reference list and document structure and format

APA Formatting adheres to APA 6th format (e.g., headings, spacing,
and General margins, page numbering etc.). Writing is clear, concise,
Presentation easy to read and understand. Proper spelling and
grammar is used. Minimum of 7 total sources.

Penalties -5% for over 2500 words