Suggested Outline

• Title Page
• Abstract page
• Introduction – 1^st paragraph

A. Define disorder

B. Give background or history of disorder

C. List the main points you are going to discuss in the body of the paper. Make sure to have at least 3. You need one paragraph in the body for each point you mention in this part of the introduction.

D. State thesis: purpose of paper. This is the last sentence of your introduction. (Ex: Since depression affects approximately 100 million people worldwide, it is very important to understand the early warning signs and symptoms associated with depression.)

• Body – 2nd, 3rd, and 4th paragraphs

A. The 2^nd paragraph of your paper (or 1^st paragraph of the body should discuss the first point you listed in the introduction.

B. The next paragraph of your paper should discuss the 2^nd point you listed.

C. Continue in this pattern until you have addressed the points you listed.

• Conclusion – Last paragraph

A. Restate your thesis or the purpose of your paper

B. Write about why this is important

C. Mention future research professionals are conducting regarding this disorder

D. Remember to make the conclusion similar in length to the other paragraphs.

Many students write a one or two sentence conclusion. Do not do that.

Answer preview

Depression is a silent killer disease across the world because most people suffering from this disease are rarely diagnosed, an aspect that is quite fatal (Kanter et al., 2008). Learning how to detect the symptoms early enough is the best way to ensure that those suffering from the disease get the help they require. However, most people have a basic understanding of the symptoms associated with this mental disorder. Health care professionals can accurately point out these symptoms because they can run specific tests that indicate that an individual is depressed. Once this gets done, they can then use some of the treatment options available to a patient to treat this condition.(1020 words)