Introduction to Psychology: A Case Study of Allen Whitcomb

This case study examines Allen Whitcomb, a 47-year-old man who experienced a traumatic car accident resulting in the loss of his legs and subsequent chronic pain. The analysis considers various aspects of his psychological state, including brain and behavior changes, altered sensation and perception due to color blindness, and emotional challenges such as depression and fatigue. The study also touches upon developmental issues stemming from his upbringing, personality changes noted by his wife (increased restlessness, tension, and hostility), and learning and memory impairments related to the accident. The impact of social behavior, particularly his preference for violent television, is also discussed. The case study concludes by emphasizing the importance of addressing these psychological concerns, highlighting the role of therapy and online classes in improving Allen's mental well-being. Desklib provides students with access to similar case studies and solved assignments for further learning.

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When reviewing Allen Whitcomb’s notes and reports by his wife, therapist, and manager
it is hard not to overlook his recent personal crisis. Mr. Acolor-blind husband with two children
in college lost his legs due to the text-and-driving car accident. He currently experiences chronic
pain that affects his work, feels sadness, trouble sleeping, and fatigue. His wife, Erin Whitcomb,
informs that he “always seems on edge,” is anxious and unfriendly, seeks quiet and calm
environments, and that he “treats her unkindly after watching violent television shows.” At work,
he shows signs that he is experiencing a delay in cognitive function demonstrated by his lack of
new information retention. The article I chose to assist in my case study of Mr. Allen Whitcomb,
is Cognitive Distortion and Depression in Chronic Pain: Association With Diagnosed Disorders.
Subsequently perceiving Allen’s behavior, I noted some mental concerns as below.
Brain and Behavior
The brain is in charge of our musings, activities, and conduct ordinary. Prior to Allen
accident, he was sound and active. After the accident, he was discouraged, furious, and forceful.
This sort of behavior appears to be basic after a terrible accident. It appears the limbic system
was damaged by the accident. (Feldman 2012, p. 68).
Sensation and Perception
It was drawn out into the open that Allen was partially blind. Individuals who
are visually challenged see the universe of hues unique, typical vision sees
beautiful, they seem dull. So after more research I find, perceptual
consistency have an influence in Allen thinking he seems more distant than
before. (McLeod 2008, P.76)
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Motivation and Emotion
Allen's Psychiatrist says, he feels pity and tiredness constantly. He suggested
to him to join an online class to help on improving motivation.
Development
Allen has raised a number of concerns; the therapist presumes he has tension
since his mom disclosed to him he was worthless and a disappointment. So I
feel a portion of Allen’s concern is sustaining problems, in view of his moms'
poor selections of words.
Personality
A close look on Allen’s case, his Wife mentions that he has become restless,
tense, and hostile and also shown aggressive behavior.
Learning & Memory
Psychiatrist says, Allen cannot remember the accident, but only the song that
was playing at the time of the accident. Every minute he hears that song, he
feels anxious lost.
Social Behavior
Allen social influence was from the Television. His wife says he mostly
watches violent movies and that makes him feel better. This illustrates his
lack of social interaction and chooses to get the same from films.
Conclusively, there are a quite number of approaches to clarify Allen's
contextual analysis. My contextual analysis was on essential themes. I
portrayed how the mind and conduct related to Allen's contextual
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examination. I initiated that each mental concern assumed a job in Allen's life;
however, the psychiatrist assisted him to chip away at those concerns, by
advising him to enroll for online classes. I examined how social behavior
affected him contrarily.
References
Feldman, R. (2012). Psychology and your life (2nd ed.). New York, NY: McGraw – Hill
Education
McLeod, S. A. (2008). Case study method.
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