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I need assistance with My First Python Program.

I used the nesarc dataset where I was using variables under the topic of specific phobias. My program is as shown below:

I had a problem when it came to displaying the output. I don't know why I could not display the correct results and if anyone could assist me I would really appreciate. The results are as shown below:

Since my results were inconclusive, I could not describe the frequency distribution.

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Research Project.

After reviewing the different data sets provided, I have decided to use data provided by NESARC Wave 1 Code Book.

After going through the NESARC study, I realised I am very interested in the topic of Specific Phobia(Specific Situations). I selected the following part of the code book that covers different phobias or situations experienced by people. It contains various variables under that topic:

After analysing the data provided, I became curious in finding out how Phobias affect personality and everyday activities. Therefore, I added variables on the association of Phobias to relationships and everyday activities to my Code book.

From the research I carried out, this is what I found on the internet on the topic I selected:

"At times Phobias can cause disagreements in close relationships, as they can limit the activities that partners and families can do together. Families and children with phobias often create time-consuming rituals to structure the phobic child's environment so that the child either successfully learns to deal with the phobia or so that the family can avoid a "scene" caused by the phobia. Partners and family members often find themselves trying to strike an unstable balance between showing love and concern toward the phobic individuals and encouraging them to overcome their fears." ~ National Institute of Mental Health.

"Phobias can be isolating. Some Phobias (especially agoraphobia) can lead you to avoid social situations. Not only are you left alone, but you then have time to wonder why you can't be like everyone else." ~ Lisa Fritscher.

From accessing different resources on the topic of Phobias and their effects, I came up with the conclusion that; Phobias greatly affect people's emotions and personality. People face various phobias that can either be by nature or triggered by specific objects or situations. This affects relationships in that, a person's fear may interfere with plans made by family and friends. Some phobias such as social phobia interfere with ones ability to interact with people and make friends. At times it may cause anxiety or panic attacks. At work, it may bring diffuculty in airing out ones opinion because of fear of speaking in public.

Phobias may also lead a person to feel embarrassed of not being able to do certain activities, it may lead to isolation, feeling out of control/helpless and it may lead to anxiety and panic attacks.