During a grief-processing group, an elderly patient stated, "For the first time since my husband died, I'm having more good days than bad." This statement suggests that the patient has:
a. Replaced old memories with new ones
b. Reached the phase of reestablishment
c. Completed her "grief work" successfully
d. Determined she is ready to terminate the support group
ANS: B
Reestablishment is the gradual decrease in symptoms. There are not enough data to support the remaining options.
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