Jamie has worked for a law firm for the past five years. The firm is in the process of downsizing and laying off employees. Jamie is afraid that she may lose her job. To help deal with this stressful situation, Jamie spends time talking to her friends for support, and she and some coworkers are helping each other to update their resumes. This is known as

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The behavior described, specifically seeking social support and helping others update their resumes, aligns with the tend and befriend response. This response is often seen in women and involves seeking social support and forming social bonds in response to stress. Catharsis involves releasing emotions and tension through actions such as screaming or punching a pillow. Fight or flight is a physiological response to stress that involves either fighting or fleeing the source of stress. Primary appraisal involves evaluating the potential threat or harm of a stressor.

Jamie Has Worked for a Law Firm for the Past