Gretta is in an abusive relationship with her boyfriend. Although leaving her boyfriend is an obvious way to end the abuse, Gretta has been in this situation for so long that she no longer feels she has any control over it. Gretta's situation illustrates
a. compensatory control
b. learned helplessness
c. resilience
d. post-traumatic growth
Answer: B
Rationale: This is an acquired suppression of avoidance or escape behavior in response to unpleasant, uncontrollable circumstances.
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