catastrophic stress

an overwhelming reaction to a traumatic event that is beyond the limits of normal life, such as rape, torture, genocide, or severe war-zone experiences.

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March 17th 2025

rebelliousness

n. resistance to authority, especially parental authority or its equivalent. —rebellious adj.