Problem:
There are both pros and cons to having mental health disorders as the central focus of reality shows. Two examples that come to mind are Hoarders and Obsessed. The show that stands out to me the most is Hoarders, particularly an episode that followed a woman named Flora. In the episode, Flora opens up about the trauma she experienced, which contributed to the development of her hoarding behaviors (A&E, 2023, 6:00).
Consider the types of trauma Flora faced, as well as the trauma our clients often experience. How do these experiences can trigger obsessive or compulsive behaviors? Reflecting on these connections can help deepen your understanding of how trauma shapes coping mechanisms and behavioral patterns. (150 - 200 words) include in paragraph citations using the references below. Need Assignment Help?
References:
[A&E]. (2023, August 10). Black mold and cockroach-infested hoard [Video]. Youtube.
Murayama, K., Nakao, T., Ohno, A., Tsuruta, S., Tomiyama, H., Hasuzawa, S., Mizobe, T., Kato, K., & Kanba, S. (2020). Impacts of Stressful Life Events and Traumatic Experiences on Onset of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder. Frontiers in psychiatry, 11, 561266.