Elisabeth Kübler-Ross Proposed That Some People Travel Through Five Stages

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Multiple Choice

Elisabeth Kübler-Ross proposed that some people travel through five stages of coping when diagnosed with a terminal illness.Which of the following best illustrates the stage of depression?

• A)"There's no hope.I don't think we can win.It might be best just to give up the fight."
• B)"No, it can't be true.There must be some mistake.Perhaps my test results got mixed up with someone else's."
• C)"Let me live, and I promise I'll dedicate my life to healing others."
• D)"It's not fair.I'm a good person.Look at all the people who are much worse than me and yet still healthy."

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Definitions:

Traumatic Event

An incident that causes psychological, physical, or emotional distress or harm, often leading to lasting mental health issues.

Emotional Support

Assistance provided through empathy and concern, offering comfort and reassurance during times of stress.

Repression

A defense mechanism proposed by Freud, wherein unpleasant memories, desires, or thoughts are excluded from conscious awareness.

Defense Mechanism

Psychological strategies brought into play by individuals to manage anxiety or distress, often unconsciously.