Which of the following occurs when ordinary stresses, such as losing a job, intense marital strife,

and chronic physical illness, push people beyond their ability to cope with life?
a. generalized anxiety disorder
b. adjustment disorder
c. acute stress disorder
d. cyclothymic disorder

ANSWER: b

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