Ten Strategic Points 1. Topic: Factors Affecting Utilization of Mental Health in Southern Texas a. Five empirical articles and/or dissertations from research on the above topic b. Five scholarly references on the above topic 2. Literature Review: a. Background of the Problem/Gap i. ii. iii. b. Theoretical Foundations i. ii. c. Review of Literature Topics i. ii. iii. iv. v. d. Summary (A written summary of the key concepts of the article i. Why was the study done? ii. What was the population studied? iii. What did the researcher(s) conclude iv. What other information about this study do you believe is unique or important to recall? v. Are there specific statements made by the author that you wish to retain 3. Problem Statement a. It is not known what affects utilization of Mental Health in Fort Bend County, Texas. 4. Sample and location a. 5. Research Questions 6. Hypothesis/Variables or Phenomena 7. Methodology and Design 8. Purpose Statement 9. Data Collection 10. Data Analysis .