When a person is ostracized by a parent or spouse over a long period of time, it is ____.
A) less devastating than when ostracized by strangers for a few minutes
B) equally devastating than ostracization by strangers for a few minutes
C) more devastating than ostracization by strangers for a few minutes
D) less devastating than ostracization by strangers for a long period of time

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Ostracism by a significant other over a long period of time can be more devastating than ostracism by strangers for a few minutes due to the deep emotional connection and bond with the significant other. The long-term ostracism can lead to feelings of loneliness, social pain, and depression.

When a Person Is Ostracized by a Parent or Spouse