Deborah’s situation, it further states, “…exposure to uncontrollable events creates a perception of helplessness that is generalized to other situations and may develop into classic symptoms of depression.” Deborah had no control over her father raping her; she felt helpless, and it eventually led to periods of depression throughout her adult life. Although Deborah did not ask to be raped, her situation later dictated the functions of her adult thought process. In conclusion, Deborah has been fighting bouts of depression throughout her adult life as a result of the incestuous atmosphere that she was forced to accommodate as a young child. Her depression appears to be derived from severe adolescent anxiety and confusion. Because she was made to endure such strenuous circumstances, she was predisposed to depression through her subjection of incest. The combination of incestuous rape, the emotional roller coaster that Deborah experienced because of the occurrences, and the depression that occurred afterward all contribute as identification factors of the behavioral/social approach to Deborah’s personality. She could not prevent the depression she battled as an adult because of the behavior she was subjected to as a child. ...
