A sudden event in one's life that disturbs homeostasis, during which usual coping mechanisms cannot resolve the problem, can be defined as a ______________________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
crisis
Rationale: A crisis is a sudden event in one's life that disturbs homeostasis, during which usual coping mechanisms cannot resolve the problem. Crises result in a disequilibrium, from which many individuals require assistance to recover.
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