After learning of her father's death, Sophia felt dazed and confused but still retained her sense of self. When speaking of her response to the news, she said she felt like she was in a movie watching the events happening to her. Despite this strange feeling, she understood what was happening and did the things that she needed to do. What can be said of Sophia's response to her father's death?
A) Her response is not typical and suggests that she is suffering from acute stress disorder.
B) She experienced an instance of derealization.
C) She had a psychotic break.
D) She experienced an instance of depersonalization.

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Sophia experienced an instance of derealization, where she felt like she was in a movie watching the events happening to her. This is a common response to trauma and does not necessarily indicate a mental disorder such as acute stress disorder, psychosis, or depersonalization.

After Learning of Her Father's Death, Sophia Felt Dazed and Confused