Power Imbalances Often Lead to

question 9

Multiple Choice

Power imbalances often lead to

• A) physical violence in relationships
• B) verbal abuse in relationships
• C) competitive power struggles
• D) all of the above

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Definitions:

Role Disputes

Conflicts between individuals who have differing expectations of their roles within a relationship or social context, often addressed in interpersonal therapy.

Depressive Symptoms

These include a range of indicators such as persistent sadness, loss of interest or pleasure, significant weight change, insomnia or excessive sleeping, and feelings of worthlessness.

Acute Grief

This refers to the intense, initial phase of grief experienced shortly after a loss, characterized by profound sadness, longing, and possibly shock or disbelief.

Clinical Depression

A mental disorder identified by ongoing feelings of sadness or a disinterest in activities, leading to considerable disruption in daily activities.