Marissa Had a Baby Three Weeks Ago

question 59

Multiple Choice

Marissa had a baby three weeks ago.She has been feeling sad and inadequate as a mother,which has made caring for her newborn difficult.Marissa may be experiencing:

• A) post-traumatic stress disorder.
• B) postpartum depression.
• C) generalized anxiety disorder.
• D) separation anxiety.

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Definitions:

Lymphocytes

A type of white blood cell involved in the body's immune response, including T cells, B cells, and NK cells.

Norepinephrine

A neurotransmitter and hormone involved in the body’s fight or flight response, affecting attention, responses to stress, and heart rate.

Type A

The Type A personality is characterized by a constant feeling of working against the clock and an intense competitive drive, often associated with higher stress levels and a higher risk of heart disease.

Type B

Friedman and Rosenman’s term for easygoing, relaxed people.