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EPPP Psychology

Category - Treatment, Intervention, Prevention, and Supervision

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Following a natural disaster, such as a hurricane or tsunami, children and elderly people require special care due to the specific needs of these populations. Children need extra care due to their lack of experience and deficiencies in __________, and __________; the elderly experience natural disasters, and often experience increased feelings of __________ .
  1. flexibility, dexterity; frustration
  2. vocabulary, conceptual ability; depression
  3. emotional expression, relationships; anger
  4. None of the above
Explanation
Answer: B - Children lack the vocabulary, and conceptual ability necessary in dealing healthfully with the impact of a natural disaster. The elderly often suffer from a feeling of loneliness following a natural disaster. This loneliness can lead to increased isolation, and eventually depression.
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