According to the Stuart Stress Adaptation Model, which person can be assessed as being the closest to the maladaptive responses end of the continuum of emotional responses?
a. A patient whose child died of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) 2 weeks ago, who states, "I can't believe I'll never hold my baby in my arms again.".
b. A patient whose spouse died 2 years ago, who states, "Strong people don't mourn. I've kept busy and focused on supporting the kids.".
c. A patient whose spouse died 6 months ago, who states, "I hate the fact that my spouse died and left me alone after all the years we shared.".
d. A patient whose fiancée died 6 weeks ago, who tells the nurse, "My life will never be the same. I find myself crying every day when I think of my fiancée.".
B
Suppression of emotions for a prolonged period is less adaptive than showing emotional responsiveness to loss.
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