Mark learns that a colleague of his, Joshua, has just been diagnosed with cancer. He thinks about all of the implications this will have for his friend's life, and for their relationship. According to research by Nancy Eisenberg and colleagues (1989), Mark is LEAST likely to offer practical support to Joshua when he is feeling which of the following emotions?

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Personal distress is a self-focused emotion that can lead to withdrawal or avoidance, making Mark less likely to offer practical support.

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