Psychology Scenario: Post-Traumatic Distress Syndrome

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Question 6
To begin with, as a therapist, I would want to have the full details of the problems that she deems bothersome. The main reason behind this is her subconscious may be trying to express something that her conscious brain is considering bothersome. In many cases, it may be a memory of emotional feeling. This method has been used before and is still in use, especially with patients experiencing PTSD (Post-Traumatic Distress Syndrome). What it uses is to make the patient come to the acknowledgment of the experienced ordeal, and then try to come to terms with what happened. Though the process is very long regarding some sessions, the results, on the other hand, are excellent. Relating to the patient with bothersome complaints, in the first few sessions, the suggestion for her would be to explain these problem/complaints. Afterward, she will elaborate to the therapist the essence of the complaints with her life and what they may be related to. This part of the therapy takes the most time as the patient tends to be resistant. Though it may seem disadvantageous, it is the contrary, as the resistance creates an image or draws a conclusion on the main topic to concentrate on. It may be childhood trauma (as in most cases), or emotional trauma due to the death of a loved one or broken relationship. Either way, the therapist gets to read the patient and finds a suitable path to guide her. After she confronts her problems, the next step is accepting what happened. This takes the most time in the therapy as she may retreat to her old habits. It is fundamental that this process is considered slow, so that the patient can adjust to the new reality.
Question 7
The condition known as depression is the primary cause of suicide in most nations globally. However, in this case, the best first step is offering a listening ear; this is because such individuals need positive attention. Listen to all the lamentations and then assure them that their lives are not as they deem it to be. Give them an example of all the good times they had, identify all the successes they have achieved and final...