Part -1:

Primary Task Response: Within the Discussion Board area, write 400-600 words that respond to the following questions with your thoughts, ideas, and comments. This will be the foundation for future discussions by your classmates. Be substantive and clear, and use examples to reinforce your ideas:
· What are the implications of labeling human behaviors (and by extension, human beings) as normal or abnormal?
· What are some of the consequences of labeling in the workplace?
o Provide an example of how specific abnormal behaviors were viewed in the past in the workplace (e.g., postpartum depression).
o Has this perspective changed from the past? If so, how?
· How can unusual behaviors be classified and identified without negative consequences to people?

The materials found in the M.U.S.E. may help you with this assignment such as the article Abnormal Versus Normal.

Responses to Other Students: Respond to at least 2 of your fellow classmates with at least a 100-word reply about their Primary Task Response regarding items you found to be compelling and enlightening.

Part -2:

Primary Task Response: Within the Discussion Board area, write 400-600 words that respond to the following questions with your thoughts, ideas, and comments. This will be the foundation for future discussions by your classmates. Be substantive and clear, and use examples to reinforce your ideas:
· Compare and contrast local (city and county), state, and federal law enforcement agencies.
o Do they all perform similar functions and have the same investigative responsibilities? Why or why not? Explain.
· Discuss in detail the roles and responsibilities of local, state, and federal law enforcement organizations in respect to criminal investigations.
o If a criminal incident occurs in two jurisdictions, who would be responsible for investigating the crime? Explain.