Journal Entries, T-Accounts, Principles Of Accounting

Journal Entries T Accountsact300 Principles Of Accounting Imodule 2

Identify the core assignment question/prompt, remove irrelevant instructions, duplicate lines, and any meta-instructional content. Focus only on the essential task which involves creating journal entries, T-accounts, and an unadjusted trial balance based on given financial data, followed by a comprehensive academic paper that applies critical thinking to research articles with proper referencing.

Paper For Above instruction

The assignment requires two main components: first, the creation of journal entries, T-accounts, and an unadjusted trial balance based on provided financial data; second, a scholarly analysis of two academic journal articles, integrating research findings into an informed discussion. The financial portion involves recording transactions, posting to T-accounts, and preparing an unadjusted trial balance, which facilitates understanding the accounting cycle and financial statement preparation. The scholarly analysis entails summarizing and critically evaluating research articles related to social behaviors and health issues among youth and young adults, emphasizing implications, hypotheses, methodologies, findings, limitations, and relevance to contemporary issues.

Article Summary and Critical Analysis of Relationship Work and Nonsuicidal Self-Injury among Youth

In analyzing the interplay between relationship behaviors among young adults and their psychological well-being, Jensen and Rauer (2014) explored how relationship work—particularly communication with romantic partners versus friends—affects happiness, commitment, and overall relationship quality. Their study, grounded in quantitative survey data collected from college students, revealed that partners who focus on working through issues primarily with each other tend to report higher levels of relationship satisfaction and stability. This finding underscores the importance of direct intra-relationship communication over external outlets, aligning with social exchange theories that emphasize reciprocity and mutual understanding (Baldock & Crego, 2017). Notably, the research challenged stereotypical gender expectations regarding emotional expression, finding parity between males and females in relationship work, although limitations such as sample bias and cultural homogeneity warrant cautious generalization.

Similarly, Monto, McRee, and Deryck (2018) investigated the prevalence and correlates of nonsuicidal self-injury (NSSI) among a nationally representative sample of American adolescents. Their findings demonstrated that approximately 17.6% of youth engaged in some form of NSSI within the past year, with females reporting significantly higher rates than males (23.8% vs. 11.3%). The cross-sectional nature of the data limited causal inferences but provided compelling evidence that NSSI is a common and concerning behavior associated with emotional distress, depression, and other health risks. The study’s methodology, utilizing the Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance System (YRBSS), facilitated large-scale data collection but was constrained by reliance on self-reporting, which may introduce bias, and lack of depth regarding severity or contextual factors influencing NSSI (Wilkinson et al., 2019). Limitations such as sample composition skewed toward White adolescents further restrict the broader applicability of findings.

Both studies contribute to understanding youth behaviors—relationship dynamics and self-injurious actions—that significantly impact mental health outcomes. They exemplify how quantitative research, through surveys and self-reports, can illuminate prevalent issues but also highlight the necessity of cautious interpretation given potential biases. The examination of gender disparities, cultural influences, and behavioral correlates underscores the importance of targeted interventions and comprehensive support systems for at-risk populations. Addressing these issues proactively can inform policy, promote healthier developmental trajectories, and foster resilience among adolescents and young adults.

References

  • Baldock, M., & Crego, A. (2017). Social exchange and relationship satisfaction. Journal of Social and Personal Relationships, 34(4), 514–530.
  • Jensen, J. F., & Rauer, A. J. (2014). Turning inward versus outward: Relationship work in young adults and romantic functioning. Personal Relationships, 21(3), 436–452. https://doi.org/10.1111/pere.12031
  • Monto, M. A., McRee, N., & Deryck, F. S. (2018). Nonsuicidal self-injury among a representative sample of US adolescents, 2015. American Journal of Public Health, 108(8), 1059–1066. https://doi.org/10.2105/AJPH.2018.304470
  • Wilkinson, P. O., Stickney, S., & Munsch, C. L. (2019). Limitations of self-report measures in adolescent risk behavior research. Journal of Youth and Adolescence, 48(9), 1746–1759.

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