Cynthia Was Devastated When Her Cat Had to Be Put

question 105

Multiple Choice

Cynthia was devastated when her cat had to be put to sleep. Cynthia's friend, Nina, went to the vet's office with her and then took her out for coffee. Nina listened with compassion and understanding while Cynthia explained how upset she was. Nina provided _____ social support to Cynthia.

• A) instrumental
• B) informational
• C) emotional
• D) cognitive

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Definitions:

Moratorium

A period of delay or suspension of activity; in psychology, it often refers to a stage of adolescent identity exploration.

Consistency

The quality of being uniform, reliable, or stable over time, often applied to a person's behavior or attitudes.

Ego Identity

The self-image formed during adolescence that integrates our ideas of what we are and what we want to be.

Positive Relationships

Connections between individuals that are characterized by mutual respect, affection, and support, contributing to overall well-being.