Missy's company just went through the process of downsizing. Missy retained her job, but now she has a much heavier workload. Since the layoffs, Missy has been worried about her future and more reluctant to take risks on the job. Missy is showing the symptoms of ____.
A)unemployment anxiety
B)survivor's syndrome
C)downsizing disorientation
D)downsizing anxiety
E)employee depression

Question

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Those who survive downsizing and keep their jobs tend to exhibit survivor's syndrome. They struggle with heavier workloads; wonder who will be next to go; try to figure out how to survive; lose commitment to the company and faith in their bosses; and become narrow-minded, self-absorbed, and risk-averse. As a consequence, morale and productivity usually drop.

Missy's Company Just Went Through the Process of Downsizing