After being the victim of a sexual assault, Jennifer began to believe that she would not amount to anything and would never be good enough to find a sexual partner. This is an example of what type of reaction to victimization?

A. diminished self-worth
B. post-traumatic stress disorder
C. heightened anxiety
D. hypervigilance


A. diminished self-worth

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a. True b. False

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a. confirmed b. contradicted c. did not gather evidence to test

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A. generally acceptable in the scientific community B. published C. proven beyond any doubt D. scientifically valid

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The U.S. Supreme Court has held that it is constitutional for states to execute persons under the age of 18

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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