As children, Jasper and Jenny were both physically abused by their father. Only a year apart, their environmental influences were quite similar. Now, as both individuals enter young adulthood, Jenny is fairly well-adjusted, while Jasper continues to have problems, including substance abuse. What term describes Jenny's ability to overcome an abusive childhood?
A) initiative
B) integrity
C) resistance
D) resilience

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The term that describes Jenny's ability to overcome an abusive childhood is resilience. Resilience is the ability to adapt and cope in the face of adversity or stress, and it involves bouncing back from difficult experiences. In contrast, the other answer choices do not directly relate to the ability to overcome adversity or a difficult upbringing. Initiative refers to taking action or being proactive in pursuing goals. Integrity refers to honesty and moral principles. Resistance can refer to the ability to resist temptation or pressure, but it does not necessarily involve overcoming past trauma or adversity.

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