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This document is a detailed case study for students and practitioners of Clinical Psychology, based on a real-life scenario of a 24-year-old female experiencing symptoms of Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD). It includes clinical observations, mental status examination, DSM-5 diagnostic criteria application, psychosocial background, and treatment implications. The case highlights the impact of workplace betrayal, early parental loss, caregiver burden, and pre-existing medical conditions such as hypothyroidism and high blood pressure. This study is ideal for undergraduate and postgraduate psychology courses, especially those covering Abnormal Psychology, Mental Health Assessment, and Counseling Techniques. Prepared as part of a mental health work-up under supervision, it serves as an educational resource for students learning how to document, assess, and interpret psychological symptoms in real-world settings.
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Once upon a time, in a bustling city lived a 24-year-old woman who worked as a communication strategist in a well-known company. On the surface, she seemed like any other young professional— working a 9-to-5 job, managing responsibilities, trying to build a life. But beneath that calm exterior, a quiet storm had begun to brew. 🌪️ The Trigger A few months ago, her boss had taken a personal loan. Nothing unusual about that—except, without her knowledge or consent, he listed her name as a reference. Soon after, her phone began to buzz incessantly with calls from strangers—banks, agents, voices demanding repayment, voices she didn’t recognize. At first, she tried to brush it off. Maybe it was a mistake. But as the calls continued, day after day, her sense of safety began to unravel. Every unknown number now came with a surge of fear. Her heart would race. She began to feel dizzy. She couldn’t focus at work. Sleep became fragmented, and when she did sleep, she’d wake up more tired than before. She wasn’t just frightened anymore—she was overwhelmed. Her Inner World This wasn’t the first time she had faced the world alone. Two years ago, she had lost her father. At just 22, she was thrust into the role of caregiver, managing everything—including her mother, who suffers from an unspecified neurological condition. The loss didn’t give her time to grieve—it gave her responsibility. Now, her fears weren’t just about loan calls. They extended to her mother’s health, her job, her own mental state. She began feeling restless, emotional, worried all the time, and sometimes even perplexed without a clear reason. Her mind wouldn’t stop racing. She avoided calls, avoided conversations, and started feeling like she might say the wrong thing or be humiliated. Talking became difficult; she feared miscommunication. Her self-esteem dipped, and a cloud of helplessness began to settle in.
🧠 A Visit to the Clinic Eventually, she walked into a mental health center, seeking help. She explained what had been going on. The professionals noted several things: