The term used to describe a catastrophic event that is so sudden or uncontrollable that it overwhelms cognition and meaning making, and shatters the person's assumptions about the world is called:
A)Crisis
B)Compound crisis
C)Trauma
D)Complex crisis

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The term used to describe a catastrophic event that overwhelms cognition, shatters assumptions about the world and leads to a lasting negative impact on mental health is called trauma. A crisis may be sudden, but it does not necessarily have to be catastrophic or result in long-lasting negative effects. Compound crisis refers to a situation where multiple crises occur simultaneously, while complex crisis involves multiple factors and may have a more prolonged impact. Therefore, the best choice is C, trauma.

The Term Used to Describe a Catastrophic Event That Is