A College Student Who Attempted Suicide by Overdose Was Hospitalized

question 23

Multiple Choice

A college student who attempted suicide by overdose was hospitalized. When the parents were contacted, they responded, "We should have seen this coming. We did not do enough." The parents' reaction reflects which of the following?

• A) Guilt
• B) Denial
• C) Shame
• D) Rescue feelings

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Definitions:

Homosexual Orientation

A romantic or sexual interest in people of the same gender.

Genetics

The study of heredity and the variation of inherited characteristics.

Homosexual Relatives

Family members who are attracted to individuals of the same sex, pointing towards genetic or environmental influences on sexual orientation.

Environmental Conditions

Environmental conditions refer to the various physical and biological factors that influence the living conditions and habitats of organisms, including climate, terrain, and natural resources.