PSY404

Abnormal Psychology
Assignment No:1

Question:1 Read the provided scenarios to identify the corresponding D and also mention the
justification (why you identified a particular D for the given scenario) in the designated column.
Sr. # Scenario Correspon Justification
ding “D”
1. Following a recent fight with a friend, an Distress He is experiencing the feelings of
individual experiences persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness and
sadness, hopelessness, and worthlessness. He worthlessness because he fought
struggles to get out of bed in the morning, with his friend. He struggles to
has lost interest in activities he once enjoyed, function normally, having trouble
and finds it challenging to concentrate at getting out of bed, started to lose
work or school. Despite attempts to distract interest in everything. These
himself or seek solace in socializing, the symptoms indicate emotional
individual's mood remains consistently low, distress, affecting his daily
and he feels disconnected from others. functioning.

2. A high-achieving professional suddenly finds Dysfunction The high-achieving professional

them unable to concentrate at work, leading is experiencing dysfunction in his
to a decline in performance. Despite their ability to concentrate at work,
best efforts to stay focused and meet leading to a decline in
deadlines, they struggle to retain performance. Despite efforts to
information, make decisions, and complete seek help and implement
tasks efficiently. Colleagues notice the strategies. The problem persists
change in their behavior and express concern and effect his work efficiency
about their well-being and ability to fulfill causing frustration and anxiety.
their responsibilities. The professional
becomes increasingly frustrated and anxious,
fearing that their inability to perform at their
usual level will jeopardize their career and
reputation. Despite attempts to seek help and
implement strategies to improve their
concentration, the problem persists, and
impacting their self-esteem and confidence
3. In a university setting, a student consistently Danger The student’s behavior of binge
engages in behaviors such as binge drinking drinking at parties and driving
at parties and driving recklessly while under recklessly under the influence
the influence. Despite warnings from friends poses a danger to themselves and
and witnessing the consequences of such others. Despite warnings and
 behavior, the student continues to participate
in these activities, often boasting about their
exploits on social media. This behavior has
caused concern among peers and faculty
members, who worry about the student's
safety and the potential risks to others.
Despite attempts by friends and campus
organizations to intervene and offer support,
the student seems uninterested in changing
their behavior and dismisses any concerns
raised about the consequences of their
actions. The situation has created tension
within the university community, with many
feeling frustrated and powerless to address
the ongoing risk posed by the student's
reckless behavior.
4. A teenager exhibits aggressive behavior
towards peers and family members, often
resorting to physical violence when faced
with conflicts. Despite attempts by parents,
teachers, and counselors to intervene and
address the underlying issues contributing to
the aggression, the teenager continues to lash
out impulsively and refuses to engage in
constructive dialogue or seek help. The
aggression has escalated in severity, with the
teenager becoming increasingly volatile and
unpredictable, posing risks not only to
themselves but also to those around them.
Concerned about the safety of the teenager
and others, family members seek assistance
from mental health professionals to manage
the situation and prevent further harm.
attempts by friends and campus
organizations to intervene, the
student continues to engage in
risky behavior without regard for
the potential consequences. This
behavior creates tension within
the university community and
raises concerns about safety.
Danger The teenager’s aggressive
behavior, resorting to physical
violence during conflicts, poses a
danger to both themselves and
those around them. Despite
interventions by parents, teachers,
and counselors, the aggression
persists and escalates in severity.
Concerns about the safety of the
teenagers and others prompt
family members to seek
assistance from mental health
professionals to prevent further
harm.