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    Helen was experiencing anxiety about upcoming university exams, which was exacerbated by pressure from her family. This precipitated her mental health issues. She holds dysfunctional beliefs that perpetuate her anxiety, such as needing a degree to feel worthwhile. The family could improve Helen's mental health by communicating supportively, validating her emotions, encouraging realistic expectations instead of their own, and allowing Helen independent decision-making.

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    Helen was experiencing anxiety about upcoming university exams, which was exacerbated by pressure from her family. This precipitated her mental health issues. She holds dysfunctional beliefs that perpetuate her anxiety, such as needing a degree to feel worthwhile. The family could improve Helen's mental health by communicating supportively, validating her emotions, encouraging realistic expectations instead of their own, and allowing Helen independent decision-making.

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    Case Study Analysis- Helen

    By - Shreya Rajesh
    Q1) Identify the Predisposing, Precipitating and Perpetuating factors in
    the above-mentioned case for Helen.
    Predisposing Factor – Even though much information about Helen’s childhood is not
    given here, her relationship with her brother and lack of communication with her family
    members could be a predisposing factor that has been consistent since early childhood.

    Precipitating Factor - Anxiety about the upcoming university exams: Helen's anxiety
    about attending lectures, studying, and sitting for exams was triggered by the upcoming
    exams. Her anxiety was further exacerbated by her family's pressure to continue her studies
    and their interference with her lecturers.

    Perpetuating Factor - Helen holds dysfunctional beliefs about herself and the world,
    such as "I am nothing unless I have a degree" and "I always have to please my family." As a
    result of these thought patterns, negative emotions are reinforced, unhelpful behaviours are
    maintained, and therapy or treatment is hampered.
    Cognitive distortions: Helen engages in stimulus generalisation as she perceives anything
    associated with the University as dangerous. As a result of catastrophising, she imagines
    extremely negative outcomes and practices selective abstraction, ignoring her assets while
    focusing on negative aspects. In addition to sustaining her anxiety, these cognitive distortions
    hinder her ability to see her strengths, making recovery more difficult.

    Q2) What change would you suggest on the family dynamic to ensure
    better mental health for Helen?
    Support and communication: Encourage open and healthy communication in the family. It
    is possible to foster better understanding and support for Helen by creating an environment
    where she feels safe to express her thoughts, feelings, and concerns without judgement.
    Emotional Validation: Validate Helen's emotional experiences without dismissing or
    criticising them.
    Realistic Expectations - Encourage Helen to set realistic academic and career goals by
    encouraging a realistic approach. Don't pressure her to comply with others' expectations but
    rather to pursue her own interests and passions.
    Independent decision-making - Ensure Helen's autonomy and independence in decision-
    making by recognising her needs and interests. Educate her about the options available to her
    and help her make choices in accordance with her aspirations and values.

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