Abnormal Behaviors
Chrissy Hernandez
01/27/2014
PSY-100
Lori Eyre
The two scenarios that I chose are as followed:
John- Anxiety Disorder- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
1. As his friend, what recommendations could you make in helping him reduce his anxiety?
I would suggest that he not make such a demanding schedule and to not put a time limit on the chores that he does every morning. I would help him realize that things do not always happen as one plans and it is not possible to stay on a pattern every single day with no interference.
2. What resources on the internet could John use to help him daily?
I would suggest that he search the internet for articles relating to strategies for coping with OCD and anxiety. Some websites even offer techniques to use to help you diminish your anxiety.
3. What might be some types of therapy for John to use to reduce his symptoms of compulsion?
I would suggest that he find a close relative or friend, one that he can confide in and explain his problem/s to them, if they do not understand then I would suggest that he explain what he goes through with them so that they have an idea and can come up with a plan for when he has really bad days. Also I would suggest seeing a doctor that specializes in this area, and maybe some medications.
Alice- Sleep Disorder- Insomnia
1. As Alice’s friend what strategies could you recommend to her towards alleviating her symptoms?
I would suggest to her to stop watching TV, or playing on the computer, and any other cause for distractions at least 2 hours prior to bed. Also, taking a bath in lavender would be a great idea to help relieve the stress, then maybe a cup of chamomile Tea about 30 minutes before bed. It has also been said to not have any TV going while you are sleeping, and even if you have a clock that has lights on it I suggest turning them away from you and making the room as dark as possible.
2. What resources are available to assist Alice in finding a
01/27/2014
PSY-100
Lori Eyre
The two scenarios that I chose are as followed:
John- Anxiety Disorder- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
1. As his friend, what recommendations could you make in helping him reduce his anxiety?
I would suggest that he not make such a demanding schedule and to not put a time limit on the chores that he does every morning. I would help him realize that things do not always happen as one plans and it is not possible to stay on a pattern every single day with no interference.
2. What resources on the internet could John use to help him daily?
I would suggest that he search the internet for articles relating to strategies for coping with OCD and anxiety. Some websites even offer techniques to use to help you diminish your anxiety.
3. What might be some types of therapy for John to use to reduce his symptoms of compulsion?
I would suggest that he find a close relative or friend, one that he can confide in and explain his problem/s to them, if they do not understand then I would suggest that he explain what he goes through with them so that they have an idea and can come up with a plan for when he has really bad days. Also I would suggest seeing a doctor that specializes in this area, and maybe some medications.
Alice- Sleep Disorder- Insomnia
1. As Alice’s friend what strategies could you recommend to her towards alleviating her symptoms?
I would suggest to her to stop watching TV, or playing on the computer, and any other cause for distractions at least 2 hours prior to bed. Also, taking a bath in lavender would be a great idea to help relieve the stress, then maybe a cup of chamomile Tea about 30 minutes before bed. It has also been said to not have any TV going while you are sleeping, and even if you have a clock that has lights on it I suggest turning them away from you and making the room as dark as possible.
2. What resources are available to assist Alice in finding a