After her husband died, Rachel did not experience significant distress. Within a few weeks she had returned to her usual activities and regained a cheerful outlook on life. Which is most true, according to research discussed in this chapter?
a. Rachel’s lack of distress indicates the likelihood of poor psychological adjustment.
b. Because Rachel did not experience extreme grief, she was probably in a troubled marriage and did not love her husband very much.
c. Although life’s traumas can be quite painful, many people have the resources to recover from them quickly.
d. Rachel is showing “delayed grief syndrome” and will probably experience grief later.
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