Asked by Kris
Mellie has not been out of the house in three weeks because she is afraid that people are following her and planning to hurt her, which makes her very worried. Mellie’s neighbors are worried about her. Which of the following statements does NOT characterize Mellie’s experience?
Group of answer choices
Her behavior is personally distressing.
Her behavior deviates from social norms.
Her behavior is upsetting to others.
Her behavior may be adaptive.
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"Her behavior may be adaptive."
Explanation: Mellie's avoidance and paranoia cause personal distress, deviate from social norms, and upset neighbors, but these symptoms are maladaptive (not adaptive) and interfere with functioning.
Explanation: Mellie's avoidance and paranoia cause personal distress, deviate from social norms, and upset neighbors, but these symptoms are maladaptive (not adaptive) and interfere with functioning.
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