What Is NOT the Best Coping Mechanism for Couples Dealing

question 61

Multiple Choice

What is NOT the best coping mechanism for couples dealing with a spouse who is seriously ill?

• A)Communicating about their desire to share
• B)Talking about things other than the illness if couples do not want to discuss it openly
• C)Openly talking about the illness
• D)Talking about the illness if they both desire to do so

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