PSY 225 Week 1 Assignment Help 1 | University Of Phoenix
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PSY 225 Week 1 Assignment Help 1 | University Of Phoenix
Assignment 1
Disease
Model Versus Positive Psychology Worksheet
Complete the University of Phoenix Material: Disease Model Versus Positive Psychology Worksheet
Disease Model Versus Positive
Psychology Worksheet
Read the
scenario and answer the questions in no less than 200 words each. Support your
responses with detail from this week’s assigned video and reading. Include
APA-formatted citations and references.
William is a 44-year old project manager for a large commercial construction firm. He started out as a gifted carpenter who greatly enjoyed designing and building custom furniture. However, after several promotions, he focuses on bringing in new business. He spends many work hours at his computer or on the telephone. He is divorced and rarely sees his two daughters. In recent years, he has gained weight and is displeased with his appearance, but has no interest in or energy for exercise. He does not sleep well because he worries about business problems at night. He was recently diagnosed with high blood pressure. Although he is financially secure, he rarely takes vacations or socializes outside of the office. He has begun to feel that his life is pointless.
(1) Discuss William’s situation from the perspective of traditional psychology. What information would be most important? What conclusions and recommendations might be made by a psychologist working from the disease model?
(2) Discuss William’s situation from the perspective of positive psychology. What information would be most important? What conclusions and recommendations might be made by a psychologist working from the positive psychology model?
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