Two years ago,Walter's business went bankrupt.Two months ago,his wife left him.Two days ago,Walter began having panic attacks.Selye would say that Walter is in which stage of the general adaptation syndrome?

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Walter is in the exhaustion stage of the general adaptation syndrome. This stage occurs when the body is no longer able to cope with the stressor and begins to exhibit symptoms of physical and emotional exhaustion. The bankruptcy of his business, his wife leaving him, and his current panic attacks are all indicative of this stage.

Two Years Ago,Walter's Business Went Bankrupt