Describe the therapeutic approach of Albert Ellis. (2 marks) Discuss the components of his ABCD model and explain how people normally interpret the causes of their negative emotions. (3 marks) What types of thoughts did Ellis specifically try to address and change and how did he do this? (2 marks) 2. What are the biological, psychological, and social influences on aggression? Provide relevant examples to explain your answer. (5 marks for covering all points, 3 marks for examples) 3. 1.David and Debbie Duncan have been married for ten years. They have a two-year-old daughter. They are miserable and have sought out a marriage counselor. They frequently disagree and fight about budget issues, child rearing practices, and leisure activities. Whenever they fight, David becomes verbally aggressive and then storms out of the room. He stays distant for several days. Debbie starts to cry as soon as David raises his voice. She claims that he is making her depressed and hurting her badly. She wants to leave the relationship. They have decided to try counseling for the child’s sake. a) Is Debbie’s behaviour normal or abnormal? Why? b) Which diagnosis will you provide to David and/or Debbie? c) Explain with diagnostic symptoms. (5 marks) Which treatment plan will you prepare for David and/or Debbie? (5 marks)
