During a Devastating Flood, the Crew of a Rescue Helicopter

question 9

Multiple Choice

During a devastating flood, the crew of a rescue helicopter saved Muriel. Within seconds of being plucked from the roof of her home, she watched as the floodwaters destroyed her home. Since the catastrophe, she has been irritable and anxious and has had flashbacks of the event. She is probably suffering from:

• A) posttraumatic stress disorder.
• B) dissociative disorder.
• C) obsessive-compulsive disorder.
• D) dementia.

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Definitions:

Pettigrew And Tropp

Researchers known for their work on intergroup relations, particularly regarding the contact hypothesis and its effects on reducing prejudice.

Contact

Interaction between individuals or groups, which according to certain theories, can reduce prejudice and improve intergroup relations.

Adverse Circumstances

Situations or conditions that are difficult and pose challenges or obstacles to overcome.

Discontinuity Effect

The observation that individuals in groups tend to adopt more extreme positions or behaviors than they would individually.