A College Student Who Attempts Suicide by Overdose Is Hospitalized

question 24

Multiple Choice

A college student who attempts suicide by overdose is hospitalized.When the parents are contacted they respond,"There must be a mistake.This could not have happened.We've given our child everything." The parents' reaction reflects:

• A)denial.
• B)anger.
• C)anxiety.
• D)rescue feelings.

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