When She Finds Out That Her Mother Has Been Diagnosed

question 47

Multiple Choice

When she finds out that her mother has been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, Jacinta feels very upset and unsettled. She knows she has to do some research and learn about the illness, but she is fearful that the illness could be terminal. What kind of stress is Jacinta currently experiencing?

• A) eustress
• B) HPA
• C) a hassle
• D) distress

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