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Psychosocial Integrity
A single male with very few close friends and relatives was very dependent on his mother before her death, although he often complained about her intrusiveness. Which of the following statements best describes his risk for problems in resolving his grief?
Explanation
ExplanationAcute grief can be a time of exacerbation of a preexisting medical or psychiatric problem. A history of depression, substance abuse, or post-traumatic stress disorder can also complicate grief and might need special treatment.
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