- Hello! I am currently in the systematical process, of completing a FRQ, for my AP Psychology, course, and was wondering, if you could potentially, provide assistance; help, on this scenario, as follows:
Prompt: Eighteen-year-old Jennifer is afraid of heights. She has sought professional help to overcome this paralyzing fear but to little avail. When she is higher than two stories, she is reminded of a frightening trip to a high observation deck as a child. Each time Jennifer knows she will be in a high place, she plans out her approach days ahead but is anxious and agitated until the moment arrives. She realizes her fears are irrational but cannot seem to help her behavior.
A) Explain how the following approaches to psychology would help Jennifer understand the causes of her fears.
• Humanistic
• Psychoanalytic
• Cognitive
• Behavioral
• Sociocultural
B) Explain how the following types of psychologists would attempt to examine Jennifer’s behavior.
• Counseling
• Developmental