Case study Application

Case Study Application

In the aspect of psychological application , the analysis and evaluation of the cases of each individual mainly requires considering and focusing on certain elements and factors contributory to the condition and problem of the patient . In this aspect , the scientific field of psychology explains the condition of the patient through correlating the nature of the situation with several views and perspective in the said field in an attempt to discover the significant reason for the occurrence of such case . In this application , there are several views in which

to perceive the situation wherein certain element is highlighted in the process making it the basis for the analysis approach (Cappuzi et al , 2003 , 14 . In this concern , three psychological perspectives becomes significant in the aspect of analyzing the conditions and problems of patients and determining the effective approach in dealing with them namely existential , person-centered , and gestalt therapy

As an example , consider the situation of Jake , 32-year old African suffering from depression . In analyzing this condition and determining the likely causes of the patient 's depression , this psychological evaluation will involve viewing the situation from three different perspectives

The views in the existentialism theory relates that man 's behavior is based on his relationship and understanding with his environment and the significant factors related to his life . This involves the concept of life and death including his relationship with these factors . In this perspective , man 's behavior is influence by these elements significantly affecting his emotions throughout life . Applying this in the situation denotes that Jake is experiencing depression because of an event in his life or a previous situation that possibly revealed to him an unfortunate encounter with death . It is likely , based on this view that the patient has loss a close relative or that he is conscious about his own fate . In addition to this , the theory of existentialism also relates that the condition of life of a person affect his or her psychological wellness and behavior . Considering the case , it is also likely that the depression being experienced by the patient is due to his certain dissatisfaction with his life and his purpose . Possible , he is experiencing unattachment to his purpose thus , causing depression to his psychological state . Because of which , proceeding with the treatment requires reassessment of the purpose and value of the patient 's life attempting to motivate his ideal passion . This treatment includes attempting to remind him of his achievements and relate it to his life condition , thus , rekindling his views towards the purpose of his existence

The gestalt therapy approaches the problem through focusing on the present condition and situation of the patient in its attempt to understand the problem affecting the psychological state of the subject This view relates the problem with the elements of environmental and social contexts , the therapist-client relationship , and the adjustment certain with the client as the present situation . Likewise , this perspective also emphasizes the important of personal responsibility to the condition of the psychological...