Abigail's 18-Year-Old Son Has Left Home for the First Time

question 51

Multiple Choice

Abigail's 18-year-old son has left home for the first time and now serving in the Army. Since her son's departure, Abigail has been experiencing uncontrolled crying episodes and loneliness. Based on this information, a clinician might diagnose Abigail with a (n)

• A) Acute Stress Disorder
• B) Adjustment disorder with mixed anxiety and depressed mood
• C) Adjustment disorder with depressed mood
• D) Adjustment disorder with disturbance of conduct

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Definitions:

Socioemotional Selectivity Theory

A theory suggesting that as people age, their social goals and interactions shift towards more emotionally meaningful experiences, reflecting changes in motivations and priorities.

Older Adults

Individuals who are in the later stages of life, often defined as being 65 years of age or older, facing unique health, social, and psychological challenges.

Satisfying Relationships

Interpersonal connections that provide emotional fulfillment, support, and happiness to the individuals involved.

Cognitive Development

The process through which children and adults develop their abilities to think, understand, and interact with the world.