Ming and Adam, University Students in Their Early 20s, Unexpectedly

question 37

Essay

Ming and Adam, university students in their early 20s, unexpectedly find that they are about to become parents for the first time. Ming is ecstatic about the situation whereas Warren is pretty distressed. Using the cognitive appraisal approach, describe some of the factors that might be contributing to their varying experiences.

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Definitions:

Psychogenic Disorder

A mental disorder that arises primarily from psychological or emotional factors rather than biological causes.

Posthypnotic Amnesia

A form of amnesia induced through hypnosis, where the individual is unable to recall specific information or events that occurred while under hypnosis.

Immediate Satisfaction

Immediate satisfaction refers to the quick fulfillment of a need or desire, often at the expense of longer-term goals or benefits.

Internal Prohibitions

Internalized rules or moral constraints that serve to control or inhibit certain behaviors or desires.