A crisis results in psychiatric problems when:
a. adversity occurs
b. coping mechanisms fail
c. unpredictable events occur
d. stress is experienced
B
A crisis can turn into psychiatric problems when an individual's normal coping mechanisms fail. Because of the challenge that the crisis presents, the person is called to adjust to the unexpected and to adapt to a situation or event that is unpredictable. When the person is unable to meet the challenge through normal coping mechanisms, a crisis ensues.
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