Please read the following case and answer the questions. A psychologist underwent a series of personal tragedies. Within a two-year period four deaths of significant others had occurred in his life. One death involved his father which left him substantial problems with the estate that needed to be handled. In addition, his wife became ill and had to undergo numerous treatments and his son was hospitalized as a result of a serious traffic accident. He recognized that the events had exacted a substantial emotional toll.
a)What might be the possible problems?
b)What do you think should be done about his problems?

Answer and Explanation:

A. the psychologist can present a series of emotional problems related to sadness, melancholy, fear, insecurity and anxiety. Therefore, he may present problems such as panic syndrome, depression, generalized anxiety, among others. This may be because the problems he is facing have a very emotional appeal, which can cause mental imbalances related to his perception of what is happening in his family.

B. With regard to these problems, it is important that the psychologist seek professional help through and a therapist who can assess the cases he is experiencing, this assessment will be scientific and not emotional and proposing the best way to overcome this moment.