Two years ago, Walter's business went bankrupt. Two months ago, his wife left him. Two days ago, Walter had a nervous breakdown. According to Selye's GAS, Walter is in the ________ stage.

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Walter is likely in the exhaustion stage of the General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS), which is characterized by a depletion of physical and emotional resources after prolonged exposure to stress. The bankruptcy and divorce likely caused chronic stress, which ultimately led to his nervous breakdown.

Two Years Ago, Walter's Business Went Bankrupt