Chris Attends All of His Classes and Does His Homework

question 9

Multiple Choice

Chris attends all of his classes and does his homework, and he is passing all of his classes.Lately he has been having a lot of issues with friends that affect his ability to focus on school.He tries to manage interruptions by studying at the library but when he is there, his mind wanders to his friends' troubles.In the past two weeks, he has noticed his grades slipping at the same time that his friends' issues are getting worse.He feels pulled in two directions and is afraid of the consequences if he cannot dedicate himself completely to both areas in his life.Now Chris feels he is in crisis.What is his best option?

• A)Chris should go to the counseling center.
• B)Chris should choose one area to focus on or the other, as he cannot tend to both without feeling in crisis.
• C)Chris should explain his situation to his academic advisor to seek suggestions.
• D)Chris should continue to try to manage his friends' issues and his schoolwork.

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Definitions:

Fight-or-Flight

A physiological reaction that occurs in response to a perceived harmful event, attack, or threat to survival, preparing the body for either confrontation or avoidance.

Somatic

Relating to or affecting the body, especially as distinct from the mind.

Parasympathetic

Part of the autonomic nervous system responsible for regulating the body's rest and digest response.

Central

Relating to the center or most important part.