situations.json

{
    "emotions": [
        {
            "name": "Anger",
            "factors": [{
                "name": "Facing Self-Opinioned People",
                "scenarios": [
                    "When you discuss your opinions with your parents and they don't take them seriously, very often you get some irritating answers. Your opinions are not considered.",
                    "If your classmate talks back to you when there's no reason. That there is no real reason to oppose.",
                    "If some older people like your parents are discussing a movieand you want to join in, and they say you wouldn't understand. Sometimes they say you have to understand. Some other times you're too young. It doesn't matter if you're young; you can understand anyway.",
                    "When your classmate says the Earth is flat and they think is right, but you know it's wrong and they won't admit they're wrong. Their stubbornness, not wanting to confess to a mistake.",
                    "When you know you're right, but the others say your view is wrongelse and you cannot prove you're right.",
                    "When you know you're right and nobody listens to your arguments. You feel pushed around and nobody listens to you.",
                    "In debates and discussions when you hear arguments that have already been refuted during the meeting (like irrelevant prejudice). In other words, stubborn arguing. Especially the stupidity and the fear of confessing to such mistakes, in spite of all counterevidence, still go on with more and more words.",
                    "Discussions with a gang of buddies. Everybody's against what you have said. You think they are completely wrong. And they say the most ridiculous things. And they get mad and start yelling. And when they won't listen or understand. And all they do is yell.",
                    "When your classmate contradicts you when you know you're right.",
                    "When your classmate contradicts you and you know you're right. They are not listening to you.",
                    "If you say 40, your classmates say 70. When they say exactly the opposite.",
                    "When your classmate denies the existence of a famous landmarkyou know you're right about (often things you've heard on TV). People don't believe in you but persist in saying you're wrong, though you can almost prove it. (But you are as obstinate as a mule yourself).",
                    "If you mention an important historical event that you know is true, but still nobody believes you. Then you get mad. It is the people who don't believe you that make you angry."
                ]
            },
            {
                "name": "Blaming, Slandering, and Tattling",
                "scenarios": [
                    "When your older brother has taken money from Mom's purse and you are blamed because you're the youngest one. They accuse you though you didn't take it.",
                    "If your mother blames you for breaking a vase that you have not done.",
                    "When your mom has lost some money, she always puts the blame on you and thinks you took it. She always thinks you are the one to blame.",
                    "When you're tired and have slept too little, and everybody just keeps nagging at you at home, you get put out and would rather have peace and quiet.",
                    "When your parents take their bad morning mood out on you, even though it's none of your business, you think that people who are in a bad temper don't necessarily have to let it come out on other people if it isn't necessary.",
                    "When you and your mom are quarreling about the dirty dishes in the sink, and she becomes overly fixated on the smallest details, like a misplaced spoon or a slightly greasy plate, you quickly lose your patience.",
                    "When your sibling yells and shouts at you for a small spill, insisting on repeatedly nagging about it, you believe that it's enough to say something once, and then you grasp it.",
                    "You get angry when people talk behind your back, or your friend's back. Because those who do so are so mean and such cowards that they don't dare to tell you or your friend directly.",
                    "You get mad when your friends talk rubbish about you and you find out about it. You get terribly mad because when your friends say nasty things, you feel out of it.",
                    "When you're kind to a friend and he is not. You want to be treated yourself the way you treat your friends.",
                    "When friends fall out and one of them, out of revenge, is spreading false rumors. They cannot have it out with each other instead. It is not nice to have to deal with rumors."
                ]
            },
            {
                "name": "Bullying, Teasing, Insulting, and Disparaging",
                "scenarios": [
                    "When your classmates are bullied. You have been bullied yourself and know how it feels. You get angry because you cannot help being different, having glasses, or being oddly dressed.",
                    "When older students physically bully a smaller classmate who is defenseless, it angers you.",
                    "You get angry when your two brothers start a fight with you, particularly when your parents are not around. When they hit you in the belly, causing pain that makes you mad and retaliate, they respond by hitting you even harder.",
                    "When your pal has a book she won't show you. Because you think she has written something about you.",
                    "You get angry when one of the girls in your class is teasing you. It's not fun to get mad, you think.",
                    "If a boy kicks a ball at you on purpose and everybody laughs, you get mad. He makes everyone laugh and then it hurts for a while.",
                    "When your classmate points to your friend's outfit and laughs at it, making your friend feel feared and hurt.",
                    "When your classmate insults you and says something unjustified. You feel Guilty and work yourself up about the one who said it and want to really give it back to them.",
                    "When your close friend tells you that they love your new haircut, but you later discover they were just trying to be polite and didn't actually like it. You feel foolish and frustrated, realizing that their compliment wasn't genuine, and it angers you when you think about it.",
                    "You get very mad when your close friend teases you about a mistake you made in class,and your other classmates join in, even though it's none of their business.",
                    "When you are teased by a group of classmates, and you see their laughing faces as they enjoy making fun of another person, you think that teasing is incredibly foolish and completely unnecessary.",
                    "You get mad when they tease you and call you fatty.",
                    "You get mad when your older brother teases you about your choice of music, making fun of your favorite songs and artists, even though his reasons are very foolish and ridiculous.",
                    "When your little brother runs in and out of your room while you have friends at home, intentionally trying to make you mad and tease you.",
                    "When your brother hits you without reason and you ask him why, but he only laughs at you while you're seeking an explanation."
                ]
            },
            {
                "name": "Silly and Thoughtless Behaviors",
                "scenarios": [
                    "When you're tired and busy with your homework and things go wrong, you get mad. Because you're tired and you think everything goes wrong.",
                    "When everything goes wrong. You're alone, there is no one else to blame. Something breaks down, and you don't have a clean blouse to put on. You get mad at yourself for not having washed that blouse, etc. It's your laziness and dullness you get mad at. If someone is there with you, for example, your mom, you will blame your laziness on her.",
                    "When local tycoons or people in high positions abuse power. It is not the money that makes you mad but the fact that such idiots can have such a high position.",
                    "When you wake up and put on your sweater, but you get it wrong. That you get your sweater all wrong.",
                    "When the alarm has rung in the morning, but you stay in bed and fall asleep again. That you don't have time to get ready in peace and quiet but have to fling your clothes on before leaving.",
                    "When you have made a mistake in a test and don't get time to correct it. When you know you made an error and cannot correct it in time.",
                    "When the government allows the destruction of a beautiful place where there are farms, and they suddenly appear with Caterpillars and announce their plans to build houses there. Because you believe the government should prioritize the preservation of existing green areas instead of constructing skyscrapers.",
                    "You are at a store waiting to be helped, but the clerks are talking to each other and ignoring you.",
                    "You get home from the drive-thru and realize that you were given the wrong food.",
                    "A stranger bumps into you at the mall and doesn't apologize.",
                    "When your younger sibling deliberately \"pinches\" your toys, especially if it's something expensive that you just bought, and they don't even acknowledge the damage, it angers you.",
                    "When your roommate intentionally destroys your laptop, especially if it's a new one that you recently purchased, and they don't even acknowledge the damage, it angers you. ",
                    "You get angry when you're at home because your parents constantly move your things from where you originally placed them, leaving you feeling frustrated and unable to find your belongings.",
                    "Your new roommate doesn't clean up the kitchen after having some friends over."
                ]
            },
            {
                "name": "Driving Situations",
                "scenarios": [
                    "Someone is driving very close to your rear bumper.",
                    "Someone cuts in right in front of you on the motorway.",
                    "Someone cuts in and takes the parking spot you have been waiting for.",
                    "Someone backs out right in front of you without looking.",
                    "Someone coming towards you does not dim their headlights at night.",
                    "At night someone is driving right behind you with bright lights on.",
                    "Someone speeds up when you try to pass them.",
                    "Someone pulls our right in front of you when there is no one behind you.",
                    "A cyclist is riding in the middle of the lane and slowing traffic.",
                    "You are stuck in a traffic jam.",
                    "You hit a deep pothole that was not marked.",
                    "Driving behind a truck which has material flapping around in the back.",
                    "Driving behind a vehicle that is smoking badly or giving off diesel fumes.",
                    "A truck kicks up sand or gravel on the car you are driving.",
                    "Driving behind a large truck and you cannot see around it.",
                    "You encounter road works and detours.",
                    "Someone makes an obscene gesture towards you about your driving.",
                    "Someone beeps at you about your driving.",
                    "Someone shouts at you about your driving.",
                    "Someone does not move off straight away when the light turns green.",
                    "A pedestrian walks slowly across the middle of the street.",
                    "Someone is driving too slowly in the outside lane, and holding up traffic.",
                    "Someone is driving more slowly than is reasonable for the traffic flow.",
                    "A slow vehicle on a winding road will not pull over and let people pass.",
                    "Someone is slow in parking and holds up traffic.",
                    "You see a police car watching traffic from a hidden position.",
                    "You pass a speed camera.",
                    "A police car is driving in traffic close to you.",
                    "A police officer pulls you over.",
                    "Someone is driving too fast for the road conditions.",
                    "Someone is weaving in and out of traffic.",
                    "Someone runs a red light or stop sign.",
                    "Someone is driving well above the speed limit.",
                    "You are driving through a residential area when someone backs their car out of the driveway and nearly hits you.",
                    "You are stuck behind a slow driver on an otherwise open road."
                ]
            }]
        },
        {
            "name": "Anxiety",
            "factors": [
                {
                    "name": "External Factors",
                    "scenarios": [
                        "You do not have control over your exam score.",
                        "You cannot change the outcome of your job interview.",
                        "You cannot cope with the loss of a loved one.",
                        "You do not know what to do when facing a difficult financial situation.",
                        "You are unprepared for the unexpected changes in your travel plans.",
                        "You hope the heavy traffic goes away soon.",
                        "You hope the repair work in your home will be over soon.",
                        "Realizing that your home has been given a low appraisal value by the appraiser is not good.",
                        "You have no hope for a resolution to the ongoing dispute.",
                        "You are having an important job interview",
                        "Emergency Room: This environment was created with the intention of eliciting worry in participants suffering mostly from worries related to health. You find yourself immersed in a hospital emergency waiting room. Other patients are nearby and display symptoms of sickness (coughing) or fatigue. One of them is wearing a disposable face mask. You hear sounds such as a mother crying after receiving bad news concerning her child, and a wife being told that nothing can be done to save her husband, etc. Other patients are called to see the doctor, but you are not called. At some point, doctors come into the waiting room and discuss a case while looking at you, but you cannot understand what they are saying."
                    ]
                },
                {
                    "name": "Self-Imposed Pressure",
                    "scenarios": [
                        "You are fearful of the upcoming presentation you have to deliver.",
                        "You are overwhelmed by the workload and deadlines at your job.",
                        "You must succeed in completing your project on time.",
                        "You must perform well during the sports competition.",
                        "You knew that you would have to make a difficult decision at some point.",
                        "If you are not completely successful in negotiating, the deal may fall through.",
                        "You are anxious about giving a public speech.",
                        "You want to run away from the conflict in your family.",
                        "You regret not double-checking the address before leaving for an important job interview.",
                        "You are afraid of others thinking poorly of your fashion choices.",
                        "You are having an argument with a friend",
                        "Student Room: The third environment, created for students, alludes to both academic difficulties and social isolation. You find yourself in your room, having to study for upcoming exams. Scattered unpaid bills are visible, suggesting financial difficulties. You hear voices coming from the hall, talking about a student who is failing out of the program. From another room, you hear your roommates planning a party to which you are not invited, and it might further disrupt your study time.",
                        "When you have a test: Picture yourself sitting in a classroom, facing a challenging test that covers a significant portion of the course material. The pressure to perform well, the anticipation of the questions, and the need to recall and apply knowledge within a limited time frame can create anxiety and nervousness.",
                        "When you think you might make a mistake: Imagine being in a situation where there is a possibility of making a mistake with potentially significant consequences. It could be performing a delicate surgical procedure, handling a fragile object, or making a critical decision that affects others. The fear of failure and the weight of responsibility can lead to heightened stress and caution.",
                        "When you have to start a new activity: Visualize joining a new club, starting a new job, or participating in a new sport or hobby for the first time. You are stepping into unfamiliar territory, meeting new people, and learning new skills. The combination of excitement, nervousness, and the need to adapt quickly to the new environment creates a mix of emotions.",
                        "When you volunteer to answer questions in class: Picture yourself in a classroom setting, where the teacher poses a question to the entire class, and you choose to raise your hand and volunteer to answer. The spotlight turns to you, and all eyes shift in your direction, waiting for your response. The mixture of anticipation, potential scrutiny, and the opportunity to contribute to the discussion can create a mix of excitement and nervousness."
                    ]
                },
                {
                    "name": "Personal Growth and Relationships",
                    "scenarios": [
                        "You have control over how you react to criticism from others.",
                        "You believe you can change the dynamics of a strained relationship.",
                        "You can make something productive out of your free time.",
                        "You are not sure if you will get a promotion at work.",
                        "You do not want to face the confrontation with your neighbor.",
                        "You want to give up on learning a new skill because it feels challenging.",
                        "You are having an argument with a friend having an emergency surgery",
                        "When you don't know what people think of you: Picture yourself in a social gathering or party, surrounded by people whose opinions and thoughts about you are unknown. You may feel uncertain about how you are perceived by others and what they truly think of you, creating a sense of self-consciousness and curiosity.",
                        "When you are away from your parents: Envision yourself in a new environment, far away from the comforting presence of your parents or guardians. It could be your first day at college, moving to a new city for work, or embarking on a solo travel adventure. The absence of familiar support and guidance may evoke feelings of independence, excitement, and at the same time, a sense of vulnerability and adjustment."
                    ]
                },
                {
                    "name": "Uncertainty and Unknowns",
                    "scenarios": [
                        "You are not being rational when jumping to conclusions.",
                        "You hope time passes by faster during a tedious task.",
                        "You are not sure if you will get a promotion at work.",
                        "You can have a favorable outcome in your job application.",
                        "When there is a change in routine: Visualize waking up to find out that your usual daily routine has been completely disrupted. Perhaps your usual mode of transportation is unavailable, or there is a sudden change in your work schedule or school timetable. The unexpected alteration forces you to adapt and make adjustments on the spot, leading to a sense of disorientation and the need to quickly readjust your plans.",
                        "When you are not prepared: Imagine being given a task or responsibility without prior knowledge or preparation. It could be an impromptu presentation at work, an unplanned assignment in school, or a sudden request to lead a group discussion. The lack of preparation leaves you feeling unready and apprehensive about how well you will be able to perform in the given situation.",
                        "When you go into a room full of people: Picture yourself entering a room filled with a large crowd of individuals, where everyone seems to know each other, but you are the outsider. The feeling of being surrounded by strangers, the potential for social interaction, and the need to navigate and establish connections in a new social setting can be both intimidating and exciting.",
                        "When you go into a busy place: Imagine stepping into a bustling city street, a crowded shopping mall, or a busy train station during rush hour. The noise, the constant movement, and the sheer number of people around can be overwhelming, creating a sense of sensory overload and the need to navigate through the chaos.",
                        "When you are approached by others: Visualize someone approaching you, either a stranger or someone you know, initiating a conversation or interaction. It could be a networking event, a colleague seeking your opinion, or a friend expressing their concerns. The sudden interaction prompts you to respond, engage, and potentially adjust your behavior or thoughts in the moment."
                    ]
                }
            ]
        },
        {
            "name": "Depression",
            "factors": [
                {
                    "name": "Failure of Important Goals",
                    "scenarios": [
                        "You put in countless hours of preparation, pouring your heart and soul into pursuing your dream. The moment of truth arrives, and as you anxiously wait for the outcome, the news hits you like a tidal wave your expectations shattered, your vision crumbling. ",
                        "As you watch the confident smiles of your peers, you slowly realize that your name is not among the list of successful candidates for the dream job you've been striving for. Your heart sinks with each congratulatory message they receive, as you're left alone to face the overwhelming weight of unfulfilled expectations, your aspirations slipping further from your grasp.",
                        "As you pour countless hours of effort into achieving your long-awaited dream, the moment of truth arrives. With trembling anticipation, you eagerly await the results, hoping for success. However, as the news reaches your ears, a profound silence engulfs your heart, and the weight of disappointment crushes your spirit, leaving you questioning your worth and capabilities.",
                        "You stand in the dimly lit room, surrounded by crumpled papers and discarded dreams. The weight of missed opportunities and shattered ambitions presses upon your chest, suffocating the flickering flame of hope within. A haunting silence lingers, echoing the whispers of doubt that seep into your weary soul, leaving you trapped in a suffocating cocoon of unfulfilled potential.",
                        "As you scroll through social media, you see your peers celebrating their achievements, showcasing their success in the very area where you fell short. Doubts creep in, whispering that you're not good enough, fueling the sinking feeling in your chest. Each passing day, the weight of your unmet goal grows heavier, casting a shadow on your dreams and leaving you questioning your worth."
                    ]
                },
                {
                    "name": "Death of Loved Ones",
                    "scenarios": [
                        "As you stood by their bedside, tears streaming down your face, you held their hand tightly, feeling the warmth slowly fade away. The room grew silent, the air heavy with grief as their eyes closed for the last time, leaving behind an unbearable emptiness in your heart. Memories of laughter and love flooded your mind, reminding you of the profound loss that now engulfed your world.",
                        "As you stand in the dimly lit room, a heavy silence settles over you. The air feels suffocating, filled with remnants of memories that once brought joy. The photograph on the table captures the vibrant smile of your beloved grandmother, now forever frozen in time, reminding you of the void that her absence has created in your life.",
                        "As you stand by the hospital bed, holding the frail hand of your beloved grandmother, memories of her warm smile and loving advice flood your mind. You watch as her heartbeat monitor slows to a steady tone, and her presence slips away, leaving a void that seems impossible to fill. The weight of loss settles upon your chest, as you realize you'll never get to hear her laughter or feel her comforting embrace again.",
                        "As you walk into your grandfather's room, the once familiar scent of his cologne now lingers in the air, mingling with the overwhelming silence. The empty chair by the fireplace serves as a painful reminder of the lively conversations and heartfelt laughter that once filled the room, leaving you feeling a profound sense of loss and longing for the warmth of his presence.",
                        "As you stand in the empty hallway of your childhood home, the silence engulfs you, a haunting reminder of the voices that once filled the space. The photographs on the walls capture memories frozen in time, now serving as bittersweet reminders of the love and laughter that once filled your heart. The untouched dinner table reminds you of the nightly rituals and conversations that will never be shared again, leaving you feeling adrift in a sea of grief and longing."
                    ]
                },
                {
                    "name": "Romantic Loss",
                    "scenarios": [
                        "As the sun sets on the beach, a gentle breeze caresses your skin, but it no longer carries the familiar scent of their hair. The vacant space beside you on the blanket reminds you of the void in your heart, where their laughter used to reside. With each crashing wave, you watch your memories fade into the vast expanse of the ocean, leaving you adrift in the wake of your love.",
                        "As you wake up each morning, the empty side of the bed serves as a painful reminder of the love you once shared. The vibrant colors of the world have dulled to shades of gray, mirroring the void in your heart. Each passing day, your longing for their touch becomes a heavy burden, weighing down your every step.",
                        "As you walk through the park, the scent of blooming flowers reminds you of the times you spent together, the laughter and warmth now gone. Each passing couple holding hands intensifies the emptiness in your heart, and the once vibrant world turns grey, mirroring the colors of your shattered emotions. You try to hold back tears, but the ache in your chest keeps growing, leaving you feeling adrift in an ocean of loneliness.",
                        "As you walk down the street, the once-familiar melodies that filled your ears now blend into a cacophony of melancholic tunes. The colorful blooms lining the path, once symbols of hope, now wither before your eyes, mirroring the fading warmth in your heart. Every shared memory, every whispered promise, now etched in your mind as painful reminders of a love that slipped away.",
                        "As you scroll through your social media feed, you stumble upon a picture of them the person who once held your heart embraced tightly by someone new. The familiar warmth that once enveloped your soul now feels like a distant memory, leaving you with an unshakable emptiness that settles deep within your chest, whispering doubts of worthiness and love."
                    ]
                },
                {
                    "name": "Chronic Stress",
                    "scenarios": [
                        "You wake up to a constant stream of urgent messages and deadlines, feeling the weight of mounting responsibilities on your shoulders. Your mind races with worries and pressures, unable to find a moment of respite as the demands of work and personal life collide. Each night, you lie awake, tense and exhausted, dreading the next day's challenges that seem to never end.",
                        "As you wake up each morning, the weight of yesterday's unfinished tasks and the never-ending to-do list loom over you like a dark cloud. Every step feels heavier than the last, and the constant pressure to meet expectations becomes suffocating. Your once-vibrant passions dim as exhaustion seeps into your bones, leaving you numb and disconnected from the world around you.",
                        "You wake up to the sound of your alarm, feeling exhausted and dreading another day of juggling overwhelming work demands and mounting personal responsibilities. As you drag yourself through the day, the weight of constant pressure bears down on your shoulders, eroding your energy, enthusiasm, and sense of fulfillment, leaving you feeling trapped in an unending cycle of stress and despair.",
                        "As you wake up each morning, the weight of the world settles on your shoulders like a heavy fog. The constant pressure to meet unattainable expectations and the relentless demands of life leave you feeling trapped in an endless loop of exhaustion and hopelessness. With each passing day, it becomes harder to summon the energy to even face the world outside your window, as the joy and excitement you once felt slowly fade into the distance.",
                        "As the days blend into a monotonous routine, you find yourself juggling never-ending responsibilities and mounting pressure. Sleepless nights become the norm as your mind races with worries, feeling trapped in a perpetual cycle with no respite in sight, slowly draining the colors from your once vibrant world."
                    ]
                },
                {
                    "name": "Social Isolation",
                    "scenarios": [
                        "As the days pass, you find yourself surrounded by an eerie silence. The once-bustling social gatherings have become distant echoes, and your phone remains untouched, void of any notifications. The longing for human connection grows stronger, and you yearn for the sound of laughter and the comfort of shared moments, yet the solitude persists, enveloping you in its isolating embrace.",
                        "As you wake up each morning, the silence echoes through your empty apartment. The once vibrant messages on your phone have dwindled to a single notification, a reminder of the event you declined. With every passing day, the weight of loneliness settles deeper within you, as you yearn for human connection that seems to slip further away.",
                        "As you sit alone in your dimly lit room, your phone remains silent, devoid of any notifications. The laughter and chatter of friends echoes from distant places, their warmth a cruel reminder of the void that surrounds you. Hours turn into days, and the weight of loneliness settles upon your shoulders, suffocating your spirit and casting shadows over your once vibrant heart.",
                        "You wake up to another quiet morning, scrolling through your phone to find no new messages or notifications. As you walk past the empty lunch table at work, your colleagues engaged in animated conversations, you can't help but feel like an outsider, the invisible presence no one acknowledges. The weight of loneliness settles upon you, suffocating any glimmer of connection you yearn for.",
                        "As you sit alone in your apartment, the sounds of laughter and conversation from the neighbors' gathering outside drift through the walls, a stark reminder of the invisible barrier that separates you from the warmth and connection you once had. The silence in your own space is deafening, amplifying the ache in your heart and the heaviness of your solitude, leaving you feeling trapped in a world where everyone else has moved on."
                    ]
                },
                {
                    "name": "Winter",
                    "scenarios": [
                        "As you step outside, a bitter cold bites at your exposed skin, causing you to huddle deeper into your coat. The world around you is covered in a blanket of snow, its pristine beauty contrasting with the emptiness you feel inside. The absence of vibrant colors and the prolonged darkness leave you longing for the warmth and energy of sunlit days, evoking a sense of desolation.",
                        "As you gaze out of your frost-covered window, the once vibrant streets now appear deserted, wrapped in a melancholic silence. The grey skies loom overhead, casting a shadow on your spirit, matching the barren trees that seem to reflect your inner emptiness. The bitter cold seeps through every crack, reminding you of the warmth and life that once existed, now lost in the icy grip of winter.",
                        "As you gaze out the frost-covered windowpane, the world appears shrouded in a monochromatic stillness. The biting cold seeps through the cracks, isolating you from the vibrant life outside. The distant laughter of children building snowmen serves as a stark reminder of the joy that feels forever out of reach",
                        "As you walk through the quiet streets in winter, a blanket of snow covers everything, muffling the usual lively sounds. The bare trees stand like solemn witnesses to the cold and desolate landscape, reflecting the emptiness you feel within. The fading daylight casts long shadows, adding to the sense of isolation and melancholy that grips your heart.",
                        "As you step out into the bitter cold, the sharp winter wind bites at your exposed skin, seeping through every layer of clothing. The once vibrant landscape is now a barren wasteland, covered in a thick blanket of snow, devoid of life and color. The gloomy gray skies overhead match the heaviness in your heart, as you navigate the desolate streets, feeling isolated and longing for the warmth and brightness of spring."
                    ]
                }
            ]
        },
        {
            "name": "Frustration",
            "factors": [
                {
                    "name": "Disappointments and Letdowns",
                    "scenarios": [
                        "A friend lets you down on a date, and calls you the following day to let you know that he/she didn't feel like meeting with you and went out with other people instead.",
                        "You arrange with a good friend to go out together, and he/she will contact you to meet each other. You don't hear from him/her.",
                        "Your clock failed to wake you up in the morning and you miss the final class of a course.",
                        "You miss a popular party because you fall asleep at home.",
                        "You're out for a drink after a hard day's work, and you have to wait 30 minutes before you are served.",
                        "Your roommates went to the movies without informing you."
                    ]
                },
                {
                    "name": "Unforeseen Obstacles and Accidents",
                    "scenarios": [
                        "Your friend is in a coma after an accident.",
                        "A floppy disk holding an important school assignment is destroyed by your computer.",
                        "A swimming appointment is cancelled because one of your friends falls ill.",
                        "Upon leaving class, you notice that a police officer is removing your bike because it was illegally parked.",
                        "You are hit by a car on your way to an important appointment, causing you to miss the appointment.",
                        "You are hit on your bike by another biker. He/she apologises, and proposes to pay back the damage to your bike.",
                        "A floppy disk holding an important school assignment is destroyed by your computer.",
                        "A fellow student fails to return your notes when you need them for studying.",
                        "You bump into someone on the street."
                    ]
                },
                {
                    "name": "Miscommunications and Misunderstanding",
                    "scenarios": [
                        "The waiter in a restaurant informs you that it may take a while before you can eat because it is a busy evening. Finally, you are served after 50 minutes of waiting.",
                        "On holiday with friends, you arrange that each, in turn, has to carry the heavy tent gear. One day, the tent gear is missing.",
                        "You have arranged for a hotel room with sea-view. Upon arrival, you are given a room without a sea-view.",
                        "A friend returns your CD player, claiming that everything is OK, but it turns out to be broken afterwards.",
                        "A fellow student fails to return your notes when you need them for studying."
                    ]
                },
                {
                    "name": "Rejection and Interpersonal Issues",
                    "scenarios": [
                        "You are in love with someone but he/she is more interested in someone else.",
                        "You arrange with your roommates that each in turn has to put out the garbage. When it someone else's turn, you noticed that he/she didn't clean up.",
                        "You hear that a friend is spreading gossip about you.",
                        "You are fired from your holiday job.",
                        "You have a group assignment with some fellow students. They don't work hard, and you all get a bad grade."
                    ]
                }
            ]
        },
        {
            "name": "Jealousy",
            "factors": [
                {
                    "name": "Romantic (Opposite Gender)",
                    "scenarios": [
                        "Your spouse/partner provided/received emotional support to his/her colleague of an opposite sex.",
                        "Your spouse/partner engaged in conversational messages/emails with his/her colleague of an opposite sex.",
                        "Your spouse/partner complimented appearance of his/her colleague of an opposite sex.",
                        "Your spouse/partner engaged in in touch while talking with his/her colleague of an opposite sex.",
                        "Your spouse/partner discussed relationship issues with his/her colleague of an opposite sex.",
                        "Your spouse/partner shared a meal alone together with his/her colleague of an opposite sex.",
                        "Your spouse/partner engaged in flirtatious conversation with his/her colleague of an opposite sex.",
                        "Your spouse/partner talked about sex with his/her colleague of an opposite sex.",
                        "Your spouse/partner discussed romantic feelings with his/her colleague of an opposite sex.",
                        "Your spouse/partner shared a kiss on the lips with his/her colleague of an opposite sex.",
                        "Your spouse/partner engaged in oral or penetrative sex with his/her colleague of an opposite sex."
                    ]
                },
                {
                    "name": "Romantic (Same Gender)",
                    "scenarios": [
                        "Your spouse/partner provided/received emotional support to his/her colleague of a same sex.",
                        "Your spouse/partner engaged in conversational messages/emails with his/her colleague of a same sex.",
                        "Your spouse/partner complimented appearance of his/her colleague of a same sex.",
                        "Your spouse/partner engaged in in touch while talking with his/her colleague of a same sex.",
                        "Your spouse/partner discussed relationship issues with his/her colleague of a same sex.",
                        "Your spouse/partner shared a meal alone together with his/her colleague of a same sex.",
                        "Your spouse/partner engaged in flirtatious conversation with his/her colleague of a same sex.",
                        "Your spouse/partner talked about sex with his/her colleague of a same sex.",
                        "Your spouse/partner discussed romantic feelings with his/her colleague of a same sex.",
                        "Your spouse/partner shared a kiss on the lips with his/her colleague of a same sex.",
                        "Your spouse/partner engaged in oral or penetrative sex with his/her colleague of a same sex."
                    ]
                },
                {
                    "name": "Material Possession",
                    "scenarios": [
                        "Imagine that you just bought a new laptop and you are happy with all its new features and its superior speed, screen resolution, and memory capacity. You paid $1150 for the laptop and shared about your new laptop on social media. Now imagine that an acquaintance approaches you and says, \"I saw your post online. Nice laptop! I just got the same one. I got a nice deal and paid $650 for mine. How about you?\"",
                        "Imagine that you just went on a vacation to Patagonia in South America and you are happy with all of the activities and experiences that you participated in. You paid $1150 for the vacation and shared about your vacation on social media. Now imagine that an acquaintance approaches you and says, \"I saw your post online. Nice vacation! I just went on the same one. I got a nice deal and paid $650 for mine. How about you?\""
                    ]
                },
                {
                    "name": "Experiential",
                    "scenarios": [
                        "This scenario is a story related to your colleague (Pat) and a manager in your team. Pat is your colleague and Pat and you work together with the manager on the team for a year. Both of you do the same task and report to the same manager. Please read the following scenario, imagining that this is your current experience with your manager and colleague (Pat). After being late twice last month, Pat and I were both late again today, and we missed an important team meeting with the department director this morning. As expected, our team manager called us out on this issue. When the manager met with Pat, I was outside of the manager's office and I overheard their conversation. The manager said to Pat: \"Why were you late to the meeting? It was an important meeting. Do you have any problem? Last month, you had been arriving late to work two times. I didn't give you any warnings because I knew your situation at that time. I think you suffer from the same issue and I understand it would be difficult to handle it. As your friend, I am really worried about you and your career. Next time, don't be late to the meeting and work. If you could not make, please let me know in advance. If you need my help, please let me know. Okay?\".After Pat's meeting, I also talked with the manager. I was feared because the manager didn't give me a chance to explain why I could not attend the meeting. The manager with a serious look on his face said to me: \"Do you know why I called you out? You were late to the meeting and it was an important meeting with the department director. You had been late to work twice last month. At that time, I gave you two verbal warnings. This is the last verbal warning. Don't be late next time. If you are late again, I have to give you a written warning and this will be placed in your employee file and impact your performance evaluation according to the company policies.\"",
                        "Imagine that an acquaintance approaches you and says, \"I just got a new laptop with superior speed, screen resolution, and memory capacity. I got a nice deal and paid $650 for it.\"",
                        "Imagine that an acquaintance approaches you and says, \"I just went on a vacation to Patagonia in South America. I got a nice deal and paid $650 for it.\""
                    ]
                }
            ]
        },
        {
            "name": "Guilt",
            "factors": [
                {
                    "name": "Betrayal and Deception",
                    "scenarios": [
                        "You deceived your friend: In a moment of weakness, you succumbed to the temptation and deceived your friend. Overwhelmed by Fear of judgment or losing their friendship, you chose to hide the truth and instead presented a false reality. Eventually, the truth unraveled, and your friend felt betrayed and hurt by your actions. ",
                        "You uncovered your friend's secret: In a quiet moment of curiosity, you stumbled upon a hidden diary belonging to your closest friend, unaware of the secrets it held within. Unable to resist the temptation, you opened its pages, uncovering the intimate thoughts and emotions your friend had carefully guarded. As the weight of their vulnerability settled upon you, you grappled with the dilemma of whether to confront them with your newfound knowledge or protect their secret, knowing that your actions could forever change the dynamics of your friendship.",
                        "You told a lie: In a moment of desperation, you found yourself caught in a web of deceit as you told a lie. The words escaped your lips before you could stop them, and with each passing moment, the weight of guilt grew heavier. ",
                        "Leaving your wife for a colleague.",
                        "You cheated on your husband.",
                        "You kissed a woman other than your partner.",
                        "You started a relationship without feelings.",
                        "You don't love your husband and just stand everything.",
                        "You lied to your best friend.",
                        "You gave away a secret.",
                        "You betrayed someone's trust.",
                        "You engaged in misconduct.",
                        "You concealed an event that has taken place and subsequent lies."
                    ]
                },
                {
                    "name": "Relationship and Interpersonal",
                    "scenarios": [
                        "You hurt your friend: In a moment of anger and frustration, you lashed out at your friend, saying hurtful words that cut deep. The pain in their eyes was evident as your words struck their heart, leaving a rift between you. Regret immediately washed over you, realizing the irreversible damage caused by your thoughtless actions. You desperately wanted to take back your hurtful words, but the damage was done. Now, you must face the consequences of your actions and work towards healing the wounds you inflicted upon your friendship.",
                        "You were hard on your friend: In a moment of frustration and impatience, you found yourself being unnecessarily hard on your friend. Your high expectations and critical remarks caused them to feel discouraged and hurt. Realizing the impact of your words, you regretted your behavior.",
                        "You said bad things about your friend: Once upon a time, you found yourself consumed by anger and frustration, and in a moment of heated argument, you said hurtful and demeaning things about your dear friend. The words escaped your lips before you could fully comprehend their impact, and the damage was done. Regret flooded your heart as you realized the depth of pain you had inflicted on your friend and the irreparable harm caused to your relationship. ",
                        "You caused problems for your colleagues because of your actions: You found yourself in a situation where your actions inadvertently caused problems for your colleagues. It started with a simple mistake on your part, but its repercussions quickly became apparent. Your oversight led to delays in project timelines and created additional work for your colleagues, who had to pick up the slack. The atmosphere in the workplace became tense as frustrations grew, and your colleagues struggled to meet their deadlines. Realizing the impact of your actions, you felt a sense of guilt and responsibility for the problems you had caused. ",
                        "You ignored your friend: In the midst of your busy schedule and personal distractions, you unintentionally ignored your friend's calls and messages. Unaware of the impact, you failed to recognize their need for support and connection. As time passed, the distance between you grew, and your friend felt neglected and hurt. ",
                        "You broke something belonging to your friend: Once upon a time, you were playing at your friend's house when, in a moment of clumsiness, you accidentally knocked over and broke their favorite vase. The sound of shattering glass echoed through the room, and panic washed over you as you realized what had happened. Your heart sank as you saw the disappointment in your friend's eyes.",
                        "Breaking up with your partner.",
                        "Having no contact with your daughter.",
                        "Being too strict with your children.",
                        "Your son is a child of divorce.",
                        "You treated your parents disrespectfully.",
                        "You hurt your brother.",
                        "You had an argument with your sister.",
                        "You have conflicts with your parents.",
                        "You have disappointed your father.",
                        "You neglected a friend.",
                        "You didn't support friends enough.",
                        "You said hurtful words to someone.",
                        "You had an argument with a person.",
                        "You had an argument with friends.",
                        "You disappointed someone.",
                        "You had a dispute with a coworker.",
                        "You weren't sufficiently available for all of your customers.",
                        "Because someone always has to give you a ride.",
                        "You owed a friend money.",
                        "You took advantage of people."
                    ]
                },
                {
                    "name": "Broken Promises and Responsibilities",
                    "scenarios": [
                        "Not enough time spent with your child.",
                        "Going back to work soon after giving birth.",
                        "Smoking in the presence of your children.",
                        "Children have to manage with little money.",
                        "You feel guilty when you cannot keep your promises to your children.",
                        "Feelings of guilt towards your children.",
                        "You don't take enough care for your widowed mother",
                        "You lack enough time for your family.",
                        "Your parents pay a lot of money for your university study, but you have bad grades.",
                        "You are guilty because of some family matters ",
                        "You are facing a difficult situation in your family.",
                        "You promised someone to help moving, but then you didn't do it.",
                        "You didn't help a person you were close to.",
                        "You couldn't prevent the suicide of your mother.",
                        "For the severe heart disease of your child.",
                        "You broke God's commandments.",
                        "Living on your parents' money.",
                        "You didn't do your job properly.",
                        "Didn't finish your work in time.",
                        "Lost your job.",
                        "Because you're unemployed and don't find a job.",
                        "You made the wrong decision concerning your profession.",
                        "You didn't finish your dissertation.",
                        "You didn't help enough with the housework.",
                        "You procrastinate concerning important tasks.",
                        "You don't take enough care of your body.",
                        "You cannot handle the disease of your husband.",
                        "Your son - 17 - has Asperger's syndrome. Because of him, you are often stretched to your limits. Sometimes, you would like to put him into a facility.",
                        "You struggle with unpunctuality.",
                        "You forget important things/appointments.",
                        "You become impulsive towards certain people.",
                        "You have Fears of failure."
                    ]
                },
                {
                    "name": "Personal and Moral",
                    "scenarios": [
                        "You stole something: Once upon a time, you found yourself tempted by a desire you couldn't resist, and you made the regrettable decision to steal something. As you pocketed the item, a rush of adrenaline mixed with guilt washed over you. But as time passed, the weight of your actions grew heavier, and the stolen item became a constant reminder of the wrong you had committed.",
                        "You broke the rules and rode a bicycle with two people on it: Despite knowing the rules and regulations, you decide to break them by riding a bicycle with two people on it. The rush of excitement and the desire to push boundaries lead you to disregard safety precautions and put yourself and others at risk. As you pedal away with your two companions, the wind in your hair, you feel a mix of exhilaration and guilt, knowing that you have chosen to ignore the established rules.",
                        "You crossed the road when the traffic signal was red: You found yourself in a rush, caught up in the hustle and bustle of the city streets. Impatience got the best of you as you crossed the road without hesitation, disregarding the red traffic signal. ",
                        "You broke one of the school rules: You find yourself in a bustling school hallway, surrounded by students rushing to their next class. In the midst of the commotion, you spot an opportunity to take a shortcut through a restricted area. Ignoring the warning signs and the voice of reason in your head, you decide to break one of the school rules and venture into the forbidden zone. As you walk through the prohibited area, a mix of excitement and nervousness fills your mind, aware that you are disobeying the established rules.",
                        "You crossed railway tracks at a crossing when the signal was ringing: You found yourself in a rush one day, desperately trying to get to the other side of the railway tracks. Despite the loud ringing of the crossing signal warning of an oncoming train, you chose to take a risky gamble and crossed the tracks anyway. ",
                        "You did not pay the full bus or train fare:You hurriedly boarded the bus, caught up in the rush of the morning commute. As you fumbled through your pockets, you realized that you didn't have enough change to pay the full fare. Feeling flustered, you quickly handed the bus driver whatever coins you could find, hoping it would be enough. The driver gave you a skeptical look, but allowed you to take a seat. As the bus rumbled along, a wave of guilt washed over you for not paying the complete fare, knowing that it was unfair to the other passengers and the transportation system.",
                        "You made noise while on the train: You found yourself on a crowded train during the morning rush hour. As the train jostled along, you couldn't help but get carried away in a lively conversation with your friends. Unintentionally, your laughter grew louder and your voices echoed throughout the train car, disrupting the tranquility of the other passengers. Despite the disapproving glances from fellow commuters, you were oblivious to the disturbance caused by your noise.",
                        "You defied your parents: You found yourself caught in a moment of rebellion, fueled by a desire to assert your independence. Despite your parents' warnings and instructions, you chose to defy their authority and go against their wishes. Whether it was staying out past curfew, engaging in activities they prohibited, or making decisions that went against their guidance, you consciously chose to disregard their rules. In that moment, you felt a mix of excitement, defiance, and a longing to break free from their constraints. However, the consequences of your actions would soon unfold, testing the boundaries of your relationship with your parents and forcing you to confront the impact of your defiance.",
                        "You played until midnight without your parents' permission: You couldn't resist the allure of the late-night adventures that beckoned you. Ignoring your parents' rules and warnings, you plunged into the darkness, immersing yourself in the thrill of the forbidden. Time slipped away unnoticed as you laughed and played with your friends, the adrenaline coursing through your veins. But as the clock struck midnight, a wave of guilt washed over you, knowing you had crossed a line. Sneaking back into your home, you faced the consequences of your actions, knowing that the trust between you and your parents had been strained, and the lesson of respecting boundaries had been learned the hard way.",
                        "You threw trash on the ground, not in a garbage can: You were walking through the park, carrying an empty soda can in your hand. As you reached the end of your drink, instead of looking for a nearby garbage can, you absentmindedly tossed the can onto the ground without a second thought. The clatter of the can hitting the pavement echoed through the serene surroundings, breaking the tranquility of the environment. You continued on your way, unaware of the negative impact your thoughtless action had on the cleanliness of the park and the perception of those around you.",
                        "You haven't seen your daughter for 25 years.",
                        "You have no contact with your family.",
                        "You have no contact with your sister.",
                        "You had to move far away because of your job, which is bad for your family.",
                        "You felt the weight of not meeting others' expectations.",
                        "You were cruel to animals in your childhood.",
                        "The death of your she-dog last year.",
                        "You are sick too often.",
                        "Didn't defend yourself against being raped.",
                        "You survived cancer. Others are dying of it.",
                        "Your brother died when he was a kid and you live.",
                        "That you live at the expense of the people in the Third World.",
                        "Doing little for the environment.",
                        "You stole a toy from your cousin.",
                        "You stole something from a store when you were a kid.",
                        "You engaged in criminal behavior.",
                        "You committed fraud.",
                        "You do not make something of your life (abandoned several study programs, no vocational training....",
                        "You smoke.",
                        "You experience sibling jealousy.",
                        "There are times when you get hot-tempered and cannot control yourself."
                    ]
                }
            ]
        },
        {
            "name": "Fear",
            "factors": [
                {
                    "name": "Social Fears",
                    "scenarios": [
                        "You're jittery, with your heart pounding and stomach knotted, as you scan the room full of people for the disapproving looks that you know will come when you do something wrong.",
                        "As you wait to give your report on the conference call, you progressively feel nervous and unable to breathe; you put them on hold twice but still are unable to catch your breath.",
                        "Your voice quivers and you begin to hyperventilate as you give a speech in front of a large group of people who are watching you uneasily.",
                        "After rehearsal, you gather together with the other members of your church choir to talk; your face feels as if it is swelling, your heart races, and you are unable to articulate ideas properly.",
                        "Your heart pounds in the suddenly silent room; everyone is watching you, waiting impatiently to hear what you will say.",
                        "You're wrong. They say, \"Stupid! You never get anything right!\"; your face is hot, and you have to stand there and take it.",
                        "Your palms grow clammy as you approach the podium, the weight of all eyes fixed upon you, ready to speak in public.",
                        "Laughter echoes around you, and your heart sinks as you become the target of teasing remarks, causing a mix of fearment and hurt.",
                        "All eyes turn towards you as you enter a room filled with people already seated, their gazes making you self-conscious and uncertain.",
                        "A sea of unfamiliar faces surrounds you, strangers whose intentions and motives are unknown, heightening your sense of vulnerability.",
                        "The presence of figures in positions of authority causes a knot to form in your stomach, an inherent fear of judgment and potential consequences.",
                        "The weight of scrutiny intensifies as you feel the eyes of others fixed upon you, silently watching your every move, amplifying the pressure to perform.",
                        "A pang of rejection courses through you as others turn away, their indifference a painful reminder of not being accepted or included.",
                        "The feeling of disapproval hangs heavy in the air, an unspoken judgment that chips away at your sense of self-worth and belonging.",
                        "You speak, but your words are met with indifference as those around you ignore your presence, leaving you feeling invisible and insignificant.",
                        "Eyes narrow and laughter ensues as you stumble, you become the center of attention, exposing your vulnerability and feeling foolish."
                    ]
                },
                {
                    "name": "Agoraphobia Fears",
                    "scenarios": [
                        "After jumping out of the car, you start to have a severe panic attack, you become clammy, you are in a knot, and you feel tense all over.",
                        "Your heart races and blood rushes to your head as you pull into the parking space; you approach the store with cautious steps, legs trembling, and you feel you must escape.",
                        "Your heart pounds, you feel nauseous, and you are shaking as you drive yourself to the doctor; you are worried that you are going to die as you are unsure if you are sick or experiencing a panic attack.",
                        "At the baseball park, you are walking and suddenly you feel an intense rush of fear; your heart is pounding, your breath is labored, and your stomach is in a knot.",
                        "The silence envelops you as you find yourself alone, the absence of company magnifying your sense of isolation and vulnerability.",
                        "The unfamiliar surroundings of a strange place leave you feeling disoriented and on edge, as if you're navigating a labyrinth of uncertainty.",
                        "Adrenaline surges through your veins as you navigate the bustling streets, the constant flow of vehicles creating a daunting obstacle course.",
                        "Your knees weaken as you stand at the edge of a high place on land, the vast expanse below stretching out, triggering a mix of awe and vertigo.",
                        "The cacophony of voices and bodies pressing against you overwhelms your senses as you find yourself amidst a bustling crowd, the sense of being engulfed by others provoking a mix of claustrophobia and anonymity."
                    ]
                },
                {
                    "name": "Injury Fears",
                    "scenarios": [
                        "You glance down and notice open wounds on your hands, oozing blood and causing a sharp, stinging pain.",
                        "In a crowded park, you spot people with severe deformities, their twisted limbs and distorted features standing out amidst the bustling crowd.",
                        "A nurse approaches you with a syringe in hand, and you feel a pang of anxiety as the needle pierces your skin, injecting a medication into your body.",
                        "You watch in disbelief as others around you, lined up in a clinic, wince at the prick of needles, their expressions mirroring your own fear and discomfort.",
                        "Standing in a hospital ward, you see sick people lying in beds, their faces pale and weary, some coughing and struggling to catch their breath.",
                        "Peering through a glass window, you witness a surgical operation in progress, the sterile room filled with the sound of equipment, and the sight of surgeons meticulously working on a patient's exposed body.",
                        "The sight of human blood splattered on the floor leaves you unsettled, the crimson pools contrasting starkly with the sterile surroundings of a medical facility.",
                        "As you enter a veterinary clinic, the pungent smell of animal blood lingers in the air, mixing with the sound of distressed whimpers from injured pets.",
                        "The distinctive smell of antiseptics and disinfectants fills your nostrils as you enter a medical facility, the overpowering scent triggering memories of previous hospital visits.",
                        "You tense your arms when you wait to receive the shot from the nurse to treat the spider bite; your heart races and your palms become sweaty.",
                        "Your heart quickens and your veins constrict as the lab tech wraps the rubber band around your arm; your face is flushed and when you see the needle you begin to feel sick."
                    ]
                },
                {
                    "name": "Dangerous Environments",
                    "scenarios": [
                        "You are walking alone in an isolated but familiar area when a menacing stranger suddenly jumps out of the bushes to attack you.",
                        "You are alone in an elevator late at night. As it stops and the doors open, a menacing stranger rushes in to attack you, blocking the door.",
                        "You are alone in a car on your way home. While stopped at a traffic signal, an angry stranger begins banging on your car window and yelling threatening things at you.",
                        "Driving along a two-lane road, you see in your rearview mirror that a car is dangerously tailgating you. They cannot pass and begin honking their horn aggressively at you while continuing to follow too closely.",
                        "It is past midnight and you are walking through an unfamiliar part of town, As you round a corner, you accidentally run into a man. He becomes angry and shoves you.",
                        "You and someone you do not really know that well are standing around and talking in an empty parking lot. The acquaintance begins to shove and push you. You are unsure whether s/he (same sex as you,) is serious or just kidding around.",
                        "You are outside in a park area at night when you see a menacing stranger with a knife about 30 ft away directly approaching you. It is obvious the person is planning to attack you.",
                        "You are alone as you exit an empty campus building late one night. Just as you get outside, you feel a hand grab your arm.",
                        "You are sleeping in bed during the night, but suddenly wake up thinking you have heard a suspicious noise. It is dark and you are alone.",
                        "You are alone at home one night about to go to bed when the phone rings. You answer it, and there is an unfamiliar voice on the other end. It tells you that they are right outside of your house and hangs up.",
                        "Coming home one day, you find an unexpected shoebox-sized package waiting for you by the mailbox. As you sit down to open it, you notice a faint ticking sound that appears to come from inside the package.",
                        "Alone at home one night, you have settled down to read a book when you hear some movement right outside of your window. You cannot see anything, but when you listen more closely, it sounds like people whispering.",
                        "You feel jittery when your brother tells you a tornado is coming. Your heart races as the tornado passes over your house.",
                        "Your heart races as you awake. A man is standing over your bed. You are screaming; you are afraid of dying.",
                        "Your stomach is in a knot as your new car begins to hydroplane. Your palms are clammy and your jaw is clenched as you lose control of the car.",
                        "You flinch at the screech of brakes; your companion is struck by a speeding car: Her leg is crushed, bone protruding, and blood pumps onto the road.",
                        "You're taking a shower, alone in the house, and you hear the sound of someone forcing the door, and you panic."
                    ]
                },
                {
                    "name": "Harmless Animals",
                    "scenarios": [
                        "Your heart skips a beat as you notice a wriggling mass of worms squirming on the ground, their slimy bodies sending shivers down your spine.",
                        "Startled, you see a swarm of bats swooping through the night sky, their wings flapping ominously and casting eerie shadows.",
                        "The air becomes thick with the presence of flying insects, their incessant buzzing and erratic flight patterns making you feel vulnerable and unsettled.",
                        "Your skin crawls as you come across a trail of crawling insects, their tiny legs and segmented bodies invoking a deep sense of unease.",
                        "A sudden scurrying sound catches your attention, and you glimpse a group of mice darting across the floor, their rapid movements triggering an instinctive response of caution.",
                        "Your eyes widen as you spot a harmless snake slithering across your path, its sinuous movements and flickering tongue evoking a mixture of fascination and trepidation."
                    ]
                }
            ]
        },
        {
            "name": "Embarrassment",
            "factors": [
                {
                    "name": "Intimate",
                    "scenarios": [
                        "One evening, two months after your marriage, you and your wife decide to invite your parents to dinner at your apartment. This is the first time you have invited any of them over for dinner, worried about revealing your shaky culinary skills. You had planned to make lasagna and asked a good friend for a trusted recipe. She had written it out on an index card, and you had painstakingly followed each step. When the lasagna seems ready to serve, you proudly bring it to the table. After the six of you admire it for a minute, you start to cut the first piece, only to realize that you can't get a knife into it. Your friend had neglected to write down that the noodles should be boiled first, so they are uncooked and have petrified in the pan. You have to order pizza.",
                        "You have been working with Ellen for about six months on several projects. She is an excellent team member, and you get along well, but she seems overly friendly, making you a bit uncomfortable. When she invites you over for dinner, you realize you need to talk about it with her. So, you accept the invitation with the plan of clarifying your relationship as \"friends only.\" Just as she lets you into her apartment, you suddenly feel so nervous that you blurt out, \"Ellen, I just need to clarify that my coming here doesn't mean there's anything romantic between us,\" and just then a man walks into the entrance hall and introduces himself as Ellen's husband.",
                        "You have been forced to apply for food stamps. The agency tells you that you will have to have a home visit by a social worker before you can receive the stamps. The visit is arranged for a Wednesday afternoon at 1:00. Just at 1:00, your doorbell rings, and when you answer the door, you discover your college roommate standing there.",
                        "Your husband begins complaining about how loud you snore, saying he can't get enough sleep at night. You can't believe it because you never wake up, and you would never do something that unpleasant. Then one morning, you come downstairs and hear the most awful noises coming from your stereo system. Your husband has recorded your snoring and is playing back the tape on the stereo.",
                        "Last night when you returned from work, you found a beautiful flower arrangement on the porch. When your husband gets home, you run up to him, flinging your arms around his neck, and thank him for such a thoughtful and romantic gift. He seems confused and smiles, then tell you that he bought the flowers for both of you to take with you to a dinner party you had planned to attend.",
                        "Several weeks ago, you were over at your boyfriend's house talking to his mother. You were telling her how awful Miss Mellon, your Spanish teacher, was, and how much everyone hated her. When your boyfriend comes into the room, he gets a weird look on his face after a minute and asks you to come outside with him to help him get something out of the trunk of his car. Once you are outside, he tells you that you shouldn't criticize Miss Mellon in front of his mother because the two of them are close friends.",
                        "Your sister, Sally, is always nagging you about how you cut bagels the wrong way, and she constantly reminds you that she won't help if you end up cutting yourself. Despite her warnings, you brush off her concerns, insisting that you're perfectly capable. Then one morning, while you're hanging out in the kitchen before your parents are up, you start slicing a bagel for yourself. Unfortunately, the knife slips, and you find yourself bleeding profusely. In that moment, Sally springs into action. She quickly ties a dish towel around your hand to stop the bleeding and rushes you into the back of the car. Without wasting any time, she drives you to the local emergency room, where you end up needing five stitches.",
                        "You have a crush on a friend named Jason, and both of you are on the track team. You arrange to meet him on the school track early Saturday morning so he can help you improve your form on the hurdles. As you arrive, you notice that no one else is around. While walking up the school steps, you suddenly hear someone calling your name. Startled, you turn and see Jason. However, in your surprise, you lose your balance and trip, taking a tumble on the steps. Thankfully, you're not seriously injured, but your glasses fall off in the process. Jason kindly helps you search for them before you can start your practice.",
                        "You're having dinner with a senior colleague one evening, and he shares a hilarious story that has you bursting with laughter. Just as the laughter starts to subside, you take a big mouthful of food, only to be caught off guard by another unexpected punchline from your colleague. The laughter becomes uncontrollable, causing the food to come flying out of your mouth and nose, much to your embarrassment.",
                        "You arrive home earlier than expected from your date and unlock the front door of your apartment. As you enter the living room, you hear your roommate yelling something, but you can't quite make it out. When you look in their direction, you're taken aback to see your roommate and her boyfriend hastily clutching their clothes and scrambling into her bedroom. It becomes clear that you've unintentionally walked in on an awkward moment between them.",
                        "You have promised a friend that you would take her out to dinner for her birthday. A few nights beforehand, an attractive coworker, whom you have had your eye on, asks you out. You accept and ditch your friend with an excuse about being sick. The night after your date, your friend calls and says that she saw you in the window of a restaurant while she was on the way to get you a get-well card. She is very upset and asks, \"What kind of friend are you?\"",
                        "You call your girlfriend/boyfriend. You start talking about intimate things. She/he doesn't respond but you keep on talking. After a long silence, you hear your boyfriend/girlfriend's voice in the background asking who is on the phone. You realize that you are speaking to one of his/her parents.",
                        "You are a waitress in a restaurant. You are known for being efficient and courteous. One of your professors comes in and sits in your section. You immediately wait on him and try to impress him. You quickly bring him his meal but trip and spill it all over him. He gets up, wipes it off, and gives you an annoyed look."
                    ]
                },
                {
                    "name": "Stranger",
                    "scenarios": [
                        "One day you walked into a large, well-attended class and sat down in the front row. After about ten minutes, you realized that you were in the wrong class, so you had to get up and walk out in order not to miss the class you were scheduled to take.",
                        "After paying for your purchases, you were leaving a packed, City Centre drugstore. You walked through the scanner at the door, and the alarm went off as if you were a shoplifter.",
                        "You had gone by yourself to see the recent crowded exhibit at the local art museum. After visiting the restroom, you walked around the main gallery for about five minutes before a female security guard caught your attention, as well as that of many other museum visitors, by yelling, \"Ma'am!\" and telling you that your skirt was hitched up in the back.",
                        "You worked in the men's department of a large department store. You had been with them for one month, so you were not familiar with some of the procedures. One day you made a mistake, and the floor manager yelled at you in front of the customers who were shopping at the time.",
                        "It was the first day of a new semester, and you were sitting in a large lecture course. You didn't know anyone else in the class, and you were thinking about other things going on in your life, biting on the end of your pen. Suddenly, some of the students around you started staring at you, and a few began to laugh. When you looked down, you saw ink all over your hands, and after running to the bathroom, you saw that your mouth was blue.",
                        "You were the best man at your brother's wedding. You got up at the reception to make the ceremonial toast. Halfway through, your brother leaned over to you and whispered, \"Your fly is open.\"",
                        "As a prospective student, you visited the dining hall of one of the schools you most wanted to attend. The person who had been escorting you to classes had a prior engagement, so you decided to eat lunch on your own and perhaps meet some new people. As you left the cafeteria line and walked into the large dining hall full of noisy college students, you slipped on some spilled ketchup and fell backwards. Your tray full of food flew up into the air and then fell crashing down onto the tiled floor, covering you with salad and soup.",
                        "Four months after your first child was born, you went back to work on a part-time basis, but you were still breastfeeding her. One afternoon, you made a sales presentation to all of the employees of a large architectural firm that you hoped to snare as a new client. As you were speaking, you caught a glance of yourself in a mirror in the conference room; your blouse was wet, and you looked down to find that you had leaked.",
                        "You were backstage at a local theater where a performance was about to begin. There was a microphone set up backstage. You thought it was just a prop, so you paid no attention to it and stood nearby having a conversation with a friend. But it turned out that the microphone was live, and everyone in the theater could hear your conversation.",
                        "You recently attended your friend's college graduation. You were sitting on one of those flimsy metal folding chairs. As you shifted your weight to get more comfortable, the chair collapsed. You went crashing to the floor during the honorary degree recipient's speech.",
                        "You have a part-time job at a restaurant. Your job is to call the names of the people whose tables are ready. One evening, you comment to a coworker about how attractive you think somebody in the last group is. As you walk by the table, the group smiles at you and one man/ woman says, \"I hear you think my friend is attractive.\" You quickly realize that the microphone was on when you were talking to the coworker.",
                        "You are researching a topic at the library in a competitive area of study. You realize that you have come across a crucial page in your reading. You decide discreetly to rip out the page so that no one else will be able to use the same information and so that your discussion will be unique. A librarian, however, catches you and demands that you buy the book and bans you from the library.",
                        "You are in a job interview. As you sit across the desk from the interviewer, you feel a wet spot on the seat of your pants. You wonder what you can do, not knowing how it happened. At the end of the interview, you stand up while trying to cover it up and exit quickly. However, the interviewer gets up to walk you to the door and obviously notices the wet spot with a confused look."
                    ]
                },
                {
                    "name": "Sticky Scenarios",
                    "scenarios": [
                        "You had been going out with a guy for about three months. You liked him, but you had been considering ending your relationship because he seemed much more serious about staying together than you were. However, you hadn't brought up the subject yet. One Friday afternoon, you got home from class and found a message on your voicemail that he wanted you to go with him on Saturday to his home to meet his parents. You knew you would have to break up with him at dinner that night.",
                        "There was a small grocery store where you used to buy almost all your groceries. The owners, Linda and Bob, were very friendly, and you always chatted with them when you went there. Whenever you came back from long vacations or other trips, they would always say, \"Hi! It's good to see you! We missed you!\" and ask about your trip. However, when a large supermarket opened nearby, you somehow ended up not going to Linda and Bob's store at all for three months. Then one evening, there was an ingredient you desperately needed. The supermarket didn't have it, so you were going to have to go to Linda and Bob's for it. You knew they were going to ask you where you had been all this time.",
                        "You suspected, but you weren't sure, that an employee you supervised was stealing from the petty cash box. It was clear that you were going to have to confront him.",
                        "The last time you were together, you thought you saw genital herpes lesions on your partner, but you weren't sure. This time, you were going to have to ask him directly if it was herpes.",
                        "You had lent your friend a large sum of money that he had not repaid. Suddenly, you found yourself in a tight spot and needed the money back in order to pay your rent. You knew you were going to have to ask your friend to repay the loan.",
                        "You had already mailed your reply saying you would be attending your friend's wedding when you discovered that your ex-girlfriend would also be attending.",
                        "Your fiance had told you that her parents would neither approve of your career plans nor appreciate your personal style. However, she wanted you to meet them, and so you agreed, even though she explained that they would probably not keep their disapproval to themselves.",
                        "You had plans to go to dinner with a friend, but you knew this person is very critical and vocal and will not hesitate to make his complaints known to the waiter.",
                        "During your third date with someone whom you liked very much, you found that you were again the person paying the check for dinner. You wanted to see this person again, but you didn't want to get stuck paying every time, so you would have to discuss this issue directly with the person.",
                        "After purchasing contact lenses, you returned to the store to have them adjusted. When you returned a third time to have them readjusted, you were told, \"Most people have trouble adjusting to them.\" But the lenses still aren't comfortable, so now you have to take them back yet again."
                    ]
                },
                {
                    "name": "Centre of Attention",
                    "scenarios": [
                        "You took a class in creative writing where there was a weekly writing assignment. For the first two weeks, you handed in the assignments and the instructor returned them with comments. However, on the third week of the course, the instructor decided to ask people to read their assignments out loud. Unfortunately, he called on you to read yours.",
                        "You were attending a magic show with some friends in a packed auditorium, sitting at the front close to the stage. The magician announced that she needed an assistant from the audience for her next trick. To your surprise, she called on you to come up on stage and help.",
                        "You were attending a cocktail party where you didn't know many people. Just as you started to enter, you heard an announcement that the guest of honor was arriving, and a spotlight was turned on the door. However, the spotlight followed your entrance instead of the real guest of honor who was just behind you.",
                        "On your birthday, as you entered your apartment, 25 people yelled \"SURPRISE!!!\" to celebrate with you.",
                        "At the annual company picnic, the boss usually gives a speech to the workers about the company's accomplishments and goals. This year, while listening to the speech with some co-workers, the boss mentioned your name, asked you to stand up, and specifically thanked you for your hard work and dedication.",
                        "While going through the check-out line at K-Mart, balloons started flying, horns started blaring, and someone asked you to come and stand under a spotlight. They announced over the PA system that you were their 1,000,000th customer and would receive a free TV.",
                        "On the evening of your birthday, some friends took you to dinner at Houlihan's, which was packed. As you were all waiting for dessert, you suddenly saw five waiters and waitresses approaching you with a cake and candles. They started singing \"Happy Birthday!\" to surprise you.",
                        "You were sitting in a large lecture class when members of the college acappella singing group entered the hall. They interrupted the lecture and said, \"Excuse me, Professor, but we have a very important message for one of your students...\" It turned out they were referring to you, and you had to raise your hand and let them know where you were. Then they sang a Valentine's medley specifically for you.",
                        "One day, while sitting in a large class, the professor volunteered you to help him demonstrate an experiment in front of the class.",
                        "During your high school graduation ceremony, the winner of the high school citizen of the year award was announced, and it was you. You had to walk to the front of the auditorium to receive the award.",
                        "After a hectic day of classes, you go to a restaurant on campus. You sit down and order a rather large meal. You eat slowly and order a second and third drink. When the waiter brings the check, you discover that your wallet is missing. You frantically look through your pockets, then your coat and your book bag. You realize that you left your wallet on your desk.",
                        "You are shopping at a local grocery store. Because you are in a rush, you hurriedly are grabbing items off the shelf. Once you get to the produce section, you grab an apple off the top of the pile. The pile of apples topples, causing an avalanche of apples. You are left there, standing, surrounded by apples with everyone looking at you and you have to tell a worker what you did.",
                        "You are attending a formal party at your boss' house. Everyone present is very prominent in your workplace as well as your community. After getting punch, you head for the patio. As you stride toward the group outside, you slam into the sliding glass door that you thought was open, spilling the drink all over you. You hear the muted laughter and a few people ask you if you are all right.",
                        "You are leaving class with an acquaintance you wish to impress. You think that the conversation is going well and you feel that the person is getting a good impression of you. You are walking up to the door of the building while turned around talking to this person. As you attempt to push the door, someone opens it and you fall flat on your face, in full view of the class. Everyone, including your acquaintance, breaks into laughter.",
                        "You are assigned to give a presentation for class. You feel uncomfortable because of your Embarrass of speaking in front of large groups. You prepare intensely, reading your presentation aloud many times. You are very eager not to make any mistakes. During the presentation, you feel that things are going smoothly. However, while you are reading a statistic, you say \"sex\" instead of \"six.\" Most of your classmates smirk to one another.",
                        "You are at a public beach and you feel like going for a swim. The waves are rough but there are other people swimming near you. As you dive in, you realize that your bathing suit has fallen down and that people are staring at you."
                    ]
                }
            ]
        }
    ]
}