Carolyn worked for the same company for 12 years. Six months ago the company closed down. Carolyn had been feeling extremely depressed over the loss of her job, and she had considered seeing a therapist for help with her depression. However, for the past week she has been feeling much better, and has decided that she doesn't need professional treatment after all. In this case, what appears to have happened to Carolyn?

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Spontaneous remission refers to the improvement or resolution of a medical condition without treatment. In this case, Carolyn's depression seems to have gotten better on its own, without the need for therapy or other interventions.

Carolyn Worked for the Same Company for 12 Years