Psychology research assignment

Some Additional History:

Disco Di was born in Toronto and was raised primarily by her mother (immigrated

to Toronto from Ecuador), as her father (immigrated to Toronto from Kenya) left

the home when she was 3 years old. Her mother and father reunited when she

was 12 years old. Disco Di currently lives with her mother and her father in

downtown Toronto. She had a younger sister, Carol, who was killed by a drunk

driver when Disco Di was 11 years old. During the intake interview, Disco Di

reported a difficult childhood, having few friends and often relied on her sister for

companionship and safety. During the interview, Disco Di reported feeling anxious

(increased heart rate, sweaty palms, hands shaking). She reported feeling the

same way each day when working at her father’s company. She indicated that she

has extended family living in Welland, Ontario (who she visits once a year during

the winter holidays) and has no other family contact. After her last impatient

hospitalization, Disco Di was given a diagnosis of Major Depressive Disorder and a

diagnosis of Borderline Personality Disorder.