When a Person Is Ostracized by a Parent or Spouse

question 26

Multiple Choice

When a person is ostracized by a parent or spouse over a long period of time, it is ____.

• A) less devastating than when ostracized by strangers for a few minutes
• B) equally devastating than ostracization by strangers for a few minutes
• C) more devastating than ostracization by strangers for a few minutes
• D) less devastating than ostracization by strangers for a long period of time

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Definitions:

Relational Preferences

Involves an individual's tendencies or desires regarding the nature and dynamics of their relationships with others.

Drop Out

The act of leaving a course, job, institution, or process voluntarily before completion.

Treatment

The management and care of a patient for the purpose of combating disease or disorder.

Contemporary Conversation

Modern or current discussions and dialogues that reflect the issues, trends, and topics of interest in society today.