Stressful situation examples – Support service availability
Use your own knowledge and internet research to find support services appropriate to the ‘scenario/character description’ assigned. Make sure the services are accessible to the individual described.
Scenario/Character Description 1: A 60 year old female from Great Harwood recently lost her husband to cancer. She is finding it hard to cope with her feelings and life without her husband.
Scenario/Character Description 2: A 15 year old male from Accrington area is experiencing high levels of stress due to up-coming exams at school. He does not have any support at home and has not talked to anyone at school.
Scenario/Character Description 3: A couple in their 30’s from Haslingden are arguing aggressively on a regular basis. They are concerned about the impact on their child, but do not know what to do.
Scenario/Character Description 4: A recently divorced 40 year old male from Clayton is experiencing suicidal thoughts. These thoughts usually occur in the evening or later on at night.
Scenario/Character Description 5: A 40 year old female feels overwhelmed by her workload. She recently missed a day at work because she could not face going in.
Scenario/Character Description 6: A 50 year old male from Rishton is using increasing amounts of cocaine and alcohol to help deal with high levels of anxiety in social situations.