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Abnormal /clinical Psychology

The case study of Susan, a 32 year old women seeking psychological help, is one in which a therapist can apply various theoretical approaches and techniques to help solve Susan's problems. These approaches can be used to diagnosis various psychological disorders. In Susan's case I have applied the approaches of Cognitive behavioral therapy, and have diagnosed Susan with having a form of phobia known as Agoraphobia.

Agoraphobia is an anxiety disorder that involves a person having a fear of fear, or a fear of being away from a safe place. After Susan lost her job 3 weeks ago she has found it increasingly more difficult to leave her house. Whenever she plans to leave her house, her mind becomes cluttered with thoughts about "what a failure she is," and how she never does anything right. On several occasions Susan has exhibited symptoms of Agoraphobia. While shopping, Susan received a panic attack in which her heart began to pound rapidly and her......

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