Both Warren and Richard Lost Their Homes in the Katrina

question 81

Multiple Choice

Both Warren and Richard lost their homes in the Katrina hurricane in Louisiana. However, while Warren developed major depression and required hospitalization, Richard, whose loss was greater, was able to cope with it. This difference in responses between the two men may be due to what is termed

• A) genetic control of sensitivity to the environment.
• B) genetic overreaction to emotional stimuli.
• C) genetic predisposition to anticipatory stress.
• D) genetic amplification of a stressor.

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