Arielle was in a terrible car accident in which several people were killed. A few weeks later, she began to talk about what happened. She told the story to anyone who would listen. This seems to be

a. a way to reduce anxiety and desensitize herself to the experience.
b. a maladaptive coping response that will heighten her distress.
c. a sign that she is beginning to develop PTSD.
d. a sign that she is in the shock stage of disaster syndrome.

a. a way to reduce anxiety and desensitize herself to the experience.

Psychology

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

Psychology

A(n) ________ is a small group of friends and close acquaintances that provides a secure base and social support for a young person

a. crowd b. identity achievement c. clique d. ethnic-racial identity

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