Read and/or listen to the following article (also posted in Canvas):
https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2020/07/can-an-unloved-child-learn-to-love/612253/
Taking into consideration Izidor’s background and his behavior manifestations, address the following questions. Be sure to number each response (1-6).
- Based on APA 3 criteria for defining and diagnosing abnormal behavior, has Izidor shown evidence of abnormal behavior? Addressing each of the 3 criteria, what evidence do you have that is sufficient for these requirements? Use the article to incorporate text evidence, however, you do not have to include formal citations.
- Based on text evidence, do you believe he meets the DSM-5 criteria for attachment disorder? Provide examples. DSM-5: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK537155/
- Would you consider his prognosis good or guarded? Why?
- How might both heritability and environmentality come into play when considering Izidor’s unique responses to his environment?
- Discuss how reaction range may also affect his responses.
- Select a scenario of maladaptive behavior from Izidor. Address the ABC’s of the particular behavior. If no consequences are listed, simply state that.
