Compared to a normal person, a depressed person is __________________

What issues does the notion of sensitive periods raise in relation to development?

What will be an ideal response?

Thirteen-year-old Sharon just recently experienced the traumatic death of her grandmother who she was very close to. In order to cope, Sharon has begun to write her cousin letters, and her cousin writes her back

They talk about their fond memories of their grandmother and how much they miss her. Sharon's ability to turn to her cousin shows that she is aided by the presence of ___________, or the assistance and comfort supplied by others, to help her deal with stress. a. problem-focused coping c. social support b. emotion-focused coping d. defensive coping