Nokuthando Was Visiting a Friend in New York City When

question 63

Multiple Choice

Nokuthando was visiting a friend in New York City when terrorists destroyed the World Trade centre on 9/11. Ever since this experience, she has felt anxiety about going to the upper level floors of tall buildings. As an existentially oriented therapist, you might conclude that:

• A) Nokuthando is highly neurotic.
• B) Nokuthando's fears are completely unfounded.
• C) Nokuthando's anxiety is normal in light of the traumatic experience she had on 9/11.
• D) Nokuthando is on the verge of becoming psychotic.

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