Describe the four stages that a rape survivor goes through in their recovery

1. Shock, disbelief, and fear: may last for 2-3 weeks.
2. Adjustment: may appear outwardly to be doing fine, inwardly is in denial

3. Depression, self-doubt, and the need to talk about the rape: often plagued by anxiety and insomnia

4.Recovery: recognition that the blame lies totally with the abuser; begins to trust others again.

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A) pallor caused by a decrease in blood flow to the tissues. B) cyanosis caused by inadequate oxygenation of the tissues. C) pallor caused by a decrease in body temperature. D) jaundice caused by an increase in blood flow to the extremities.

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