David Has Not Gotten Over the Loss of His Children

question 89

Multiple Choice

David has not gotten over the loss of his children, even though they died a number of years ago. He spends his days recollecting their lives, mourning their unfulfilled dreams. His wife is considering leaving him even though she loves him, because he is ruining her attempts to recover from the loss. David is exhibiting:

• A) a delayed reaction.
• B) anticipatory grief.
• C) a distorted reaction.
• D) complicated grief.

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Definitions:

Act of Omission

A failure to perform an act or duty that one is obligated to do by law or promise.

Tax Return

A form filed with a government body, reporting income, expenses, and other pertinent tax information, used to calculate tax liability.

Mens Rea

A legal principle referring to the state of mind of a person who commits a crime, indicating intent or knowledge of wrongfulness.

Actus Reus

The physical act of committing a crime, as opposed to the mental intent (mens rea) to commit the act.