Fay Believes That She Cannot Control the Events of Her

question 64

Multiple Choice

Fay believes that she cannot control the events of her life-what happens at her job or in her relationship with her boyfriend. Fay is often depressed as a way of dealing with her belief that she cannot control these events. What is the best explanation for Fay's depression?

• A) Unresolved issues of abandonment
• B) Ruminative coping style
• C) Excessive stress hormones
• D) Learned helplessness

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