Movie Summary
Where & when does the movie take place
Pittsburgh, early 1990s
What psychological disorder is portrayed in the movie?
Anxiety & PTSD
What theory best explains the character's disorder?
psychological(trauma-based)
What type of support system helps people get better?
Who is the main character & what challenge does he face?
Charlie, struggles with anxiety & trauma
Give one example of Distress
Charlie experiences panic attacks and guilt
Name one symptom of this disorder seen in the main character
Flashbacks or withdrawal
What would a biological theorist, say caused the disorder?
Brain chemistry or genetics
Cognitive behavioral therapy
Name one key event that changes Charlie?
He isolates himself & struggles to perform daily tasks
What event in the movie shows the character's mental health getting worse?
When Charlies has a breakdown and ends up in the hospital, it shows his trauma having become overwhelming
What would a sociocultural theorist focus on?
Enviornment, culture, or social support
What coping strategies could the Charlie use?
Journaling & social support
How does the film end or resolve?
Charlie begins therapy & reconnects with friends
What is an example of Danger to self or others in the film?
Charlie has suicidal thoughts/self-harming behavior or Charlies fight in the lunchroom
What sterotype does the film of challenge about this disorder?
That trauma only affects people immediately after the event
What would psychological theorist emphasize?
Thoughts, trauma, or learned behaviors
What challenges/barriers to treatment do you think are present in Charlie?
Denial, lack of access, family pressure
What is the main message or theme of the movie?
How do the 4 Ds help professionals determine if behavior is abnormal?
Mostly accurate
Apply pychological theory to a specific scene.
Charlie's breakdown shows the resurfacing of trauma
If you were the therapist, what treatment plan would you recommend?
Medication and support network rebuilding