Laura has been under a great deal of stress lately.Her husband recently left her and she is living on welfare for the first time in her life.She is also having problems with her son,Jamie.Under which of the following circumstances is Laura most likely to physically abuse Jamie?

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Laura's feeling of not having control over the situation can lead to increased stress levels and reduced coping mechanisms, which could increase the likelihood of her physically abusing Jamie. Factors such as emotional support from parents, attributing Jamie's misbehavior to changes in the family, or believing Jamie was "born bad" are not necessarily predictors of physical abuse.

Laura Has Been Under a Great Deal of Stress Lately