Shaelynn Lived in Toronto During the Collapse of the World

question 45

Multiple Choice

Shaelynn lived in Toronto during the collapse of the World Trade Center towers in New York City.Shaelynn was saddened by the TV images of desperate people passing out photo handbills of their missing relatives, friends, and employees.Given this scenario, which factor is most likely to contribute to Shaelynn's feelings for the survivors?

• A)effective role taking
• B)self-oriented distress
• C)passive victimization
• D)hedonistic dysphoria

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