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Discussion Post: This week's literature highlighted the purpose of a research hypothesis and stated that the tentative answer to a research question could be constructed in the research hypothesis (Yegidis et al., 2018). Furthermore, the need for findable variables can be devoid, leading the researcher not to have the possibility of confirming the relationship between them (Yegidis et al., 2018). The need for more information can be interpreted from the researcher's previous knowledge. A hypothesis can also be defined as a prognosis that constructs a correlation between two or more variables in the examination procedure (Yegidis et al., 2018). In the research, a hypothesis can be broken down into three main types: directional, nondirectional, and no relationship (Yegidis et al., 2018). Secondly, a null hypothesis can be implemented when there is no relationship between a set of evidence backed by statistical evidence (Yegides et al., 2018). In the hypothesis, a researcher can define the independent and the dependent variables. The hypothesis can describe, in tangible representations, what the individual should anticipate to happen under controlled and straightforward circumstances. The dependent variable is the most sought-after and wanted variable to be understood by the researcher (Yegidis et al., 2018). The independent variable is the constraint or variable with a slight or significant change or variation in the study's dependent variables (Yegidis et al., 2018). The two main types of hypotheses used in hypothesis testing are the null and the alternative hypotheses. The alternative can complement the null in the relationship between the two [null and alertantive]. Second, the theory is put into practice and tested, and the hypothesis can gain support by utilizing objective data (Yegidis et al., 2018). Suppose the data set fails to support the hypothesis's formulated production. In that case, the researcher, if urged, can analyze the previous research to find different variables for the study (Yegidis et al., 2018). Due to this, a hypothesis can be used to explain a phenomenon or predict a relationship in research; even if the researcher fails to formulate a hypothesis, this can indicate a failure to see the existing evidence or current theory in the field (Yegidis et al., 2018). In the research, I focus on the effects of access to clinical and therapeutic services in the healthcare field within the SMI community, specifically the aging population. The hypothesis for my research question would be that comprehensive access to therapeutic and clinical healthcare services can positively correlate with improved outcomes and quality of life for individuals struggling with SMI in adulthood. With more excellent access, validity, and utilization, the services are expected to lead to better management of symptoms, increased functional capacity, reduced hospitalization, and overall mental health improvement trajectory in SMI patients as adulthood is navigated. In the above example, the independent variable is the access to therapeutic and clinical services in health care. The variable in the study is manipulated, and the determinate affects the other variables. The dependent variable is the outcome and the quality of life in the SMI population in adulthood. This is the variable that I am measuring and will be changing due to the underspend variable. The Null hypothesis (HO) is that there is no significant relationship between access to services and the outcomes and quality of life for SMI patients in adulthood. The Alternative Hypothesis (H1) would state a substantial relationship between access to services and the outcome of the lives of SMI patients. In this case, the implication is that the availability and utilization of these services can have a notable impact on SMI patient's lives. References:

Yegidis, B. L., Weinbach, R. W., & Myers, L. L. (2018). Research methods for social workers (8th ed.). Pearson. Chapter 4: Conducting the Literature Review and Developing Research Hypotheses (pp. 71–99) Response One: Well done for the post this week. The post highlights formulating a research hypothesis in both insights from the past and the anticipated findings, as found in Yegidis et al. (2018), page 86. Due to the findings, a connection between the variables can be found (Yegidis et al., 2018, p.93). The post does an excellent job of highlighting the difference between quantitative and qualitative. Specify that quantitative is the prediction in the data, leading to multiple plausible hypotheses (Yedigis et al. 2018, p. 92.) Conversely, qualitative is where the hypothesis construction is not before the data is established, therefor the outcomes resulting in multiple theories (Yedigis et al. 2018, p. 86.) The definition of the independent and dependent variables is well done; however, concerning hypothesis construction, what are some more ways to explain the process of deducing variables from literature and how researchers conclude testing for the subject you are interested in? References: Yegidis, B. L., Weinbach, R. W., & Myers, L. L. (2018). Research methods for social workers (8th ed.). Pearson. Chapter 4: Conducting the Literature Review and Developing Research Hypotheses (pp. 71–99) Response II: Overall, the question you want explores aid for homeless youth and the limitations of resources. In the hypothesis, you suggest that people experiencing homelessness in Michigan, when devoid of access to needs and resources, are more likely to suffer from untreated co-occurring mental illness. The post is well done, with a clear and transparent research focus and the establishment of the question; this is in correlation with the importance of the investigation and the nature of the relationship between the variables (Yedigis et al., 2018, p. 89). Secondly, the methodology of the post and realization of the literature for this week were well done. Lastly, the defined variables are clearly defined, and the independent and dependent variables are clear for the framework of the study. With that said, some constructive criticism is in the following specificity: the lack of specificity and the potential generalization. While the hypnosis indicates a good correlation between the lack of accessibility to the resources, there is limited insight into the types or the extent of the resources that are lacking, leading to unwanted ambiguity. Idenfig a specific research problem can lead to consideration of specificity rather than vagueness or ambiguity in the problem presented. Nonetheless, this can lead to [due to lack of clerification] a wasted effort due to not identifying the " unit of analysis," which can include the physical characteristics, group members, dispositions, or multifaceted factors (Yedigis et al., 2018, p.59). Secondly, the generalization of the "all homeless without access might lead to oversimplification of a complex issue and unintentionally overlook the variations among the population (Yedigis et al., 2018, p. 85). This

could include the diversity within the homeless youth population, varied mechanisms for coping, and the complexations of mental health within the population.

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