Asked by Christian Lloyd Ogabang on May 19, 2024

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In the study conducted by Paul Maciejewski and his colleagues to test Jacobs' stage theory of grief, it was found that _____.

A) yearning was nonexistent after two years after the death of a loved one
B) bargaining was low just after the loss and peaked over the course of five years
C) acceptance was at its peak right after the death of a loved one and waned thereafter
D) disbelief was highest just after the loss and waned over the course of two years

Jacobs' Stage Theory

A proposed model for understanding human cognitive development, typically attributing stages to different ages or periods of life.

Grief

The deep sorrow and range of emotions experienced following the loss of someone or something significant.

  • Evaluate the authenticity of Jacobs' grief stage theory through the lens of empirical research.
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Michelle LeungMay 22, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Disbelief was found to be highest immediately following the loss and decreased over the course of two years, according to the study by Paul Maciejewski and colleagues, which supports part of Jacobs' stage theory of grief.