PYC4804
ASSIGNMENT 2 2026
DUE: JUNE 2026
SEMESTER 1 2026
, PYC4804 Assignment 2 2026
DUE JUNE 2026
Psychological Questionnaire for Screening Candidates for a Trauma Response
Team
Questionnaire formulated by: 1262849
Page 2 – Questionnaire scenario
Questionnaire scenario
You are a consulting psychologist employed by a South African NGO that
deploys trauma response teams to communities affected by violent crime, natural
disasters, and community conflict. The NGO has found that many candidates with
excellent technical qualifications (first aid, counselling certificates) struggle
psychologically in the field. They either burn out quickly, become detached and
ineffective, or engage in power struggles with colleagues and local leaders.
The NGO therefore requires a short, theory-based psychological questionnaire to
screen applicants for the following psychological profile:
Internal locus of control and social interest (from Adler’s Individual Psychology):
Candidates must not blame external circumstances for their difficulties; they must show
a constructive, community-oriented approach to problem-solving (active-constructive
lifestyle). They should be able to cooperate with others and feel part of a larger human
community, rather than pursuing personal power or avoiding responsibility.
ASSIGNMENT 2 2026
DUE: JUNE 2026
SEMESTER 1 2026
, PYC4804 Assignment 2 2026
DUE JUNE 2026
Psychological Questionnaire for Screening Candidates for a Trauma Response
Team
Questionnaire formulated by: 1262849
Page 2 – Questionnaire scenario
Questionnaire scenario
You are a consulting psychologist employed by a South African NGO that
deploys trauma response teams to communities affected by violent crime, natural
disasters, and community conflict. The NGO has found that many candidates with
excellent technical qualifications (first aid, counselling certificates) struggle
psychologically in the field. They either burn out quickly, become detached and
ineffective, or engage in power struggles with colleagues and local leaders.
The NGO therefore requires a short, theory-based psychological questionnaire to
screen applicants for the following psychological profile:
Internal locus of control and social interest (from Adler’s Individual Psychology):
Candidates must not blame external circumstances for their difficulties; they must show
a constructive, community-oriented approach to problem-solving (active-constructive
lifestyle). They should be able to cooperate with others and feel part of a larger human
community, rather than pursuing personal power or avoiding responsibility.
