According to the Social Readjustment Rating Scale, This Is the Most

question 169

Multiple Choice

According to the Social Readjustment Rating Scale, this is the most stressful event in a person's life.

• A) retirement
• B) pregnancy
• C) divorce
• D) death of a spouse

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Definitions:

Aversive Cognitive Distortions

Negative thought patterns that can contribute to emotional distress, viewing situations in a more harmful light than they actually are.

Reflective Ruminations

Deep or considered thought about one's feelings and actions, often with a focus on improvements or understanding.

Disengagement Theory

A theory that suggests aging naturally involves a gradual withdrawal from social and interpersonal relationships and responsibilities.

Socioemotional Selectivity Theory

A theory suggesting that people's social interactions and priorities change across the lifespan based on their perception of remaining time.