Barbara Is Attending a Community College for Her Associate's Degree

question 16

Multiple Choice

Barbara is attending a community college for her associate's degree and plans to transfer into a four-year college for a bachelor's degree.She is not close with her family, and moved into her own apartment at 17.She has always worked and earned her way through school on her own.She has never asked her parents for anything, but she needs car repairs and cannot afford to pay for the repairs and her tuition this semester.Her parents have the means to help her, but will not do so.She has completed two semesters and is very upset over having to skip this semester.She is angry with her parents and feels isolated.She has entered a deep depression and has lost the confidence she had in completing her degree.Based on the chapter, what is the optimal advice for Barbara?

• A)Join a support group.
• B)Dispute negative thoughts.
• C)Talk to a professional.
• D)Keep a journal.

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Definitions:

Holistically

An approach that considers the whole system, including all of its parts and their interactions, rather than focusing on individual components.

Collectivist Cultures

Societies that emphasize the needs and goals of the group as a whole over the needs and wishes of each individual.

Holistically

An approach or method of considering or treating something as a whole, rather than focusing on individual parts or aspects.

Individualistic Cultures

Cultures that emphasize personal achievements and individual rights, often prioritizing personal goals over group ones.