For five years Bonnie had cared for her terminally ill husband while every aspect of her life fell into confusion. During his illness, she had struggles that were both emotional and financial. After her husband passed away, Bonnie collapsed and became very seriously ill herself. By failing to overcome or resist the stressors in her life, Bonnie had reached what Selye referred to as the __________

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The exhaustion stage is characterized by a depletion of physical and emotional resources resulting from the body's prolonged resistance to stressors. In this stage, individuals may experience burnout, illness, or even death if their bodies are unable to cope with the ongoing stressors. Bonnie's collapse and serious illness suggest that she had reached this stage.

For Five Years Bonnie Had Cared for Her Terminally Ill