If the state-dependent learning explanation of dissociative disorders is correct, a person may not remember stressful events because he or she is:
A) simply too stressed at the time for memories to be laid down.
B) at a different arousal level after the stress is over.
C) a smoker.
D) one who habitually drinks too much.

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State-dependent learning suggests that memories are encoded and retrieved based on the individual's internal state or arousal level during the event. Therefore, if a person is in a different arousal level after the stress is over, they may not be able to access memories of the stressful event.

If the State-Dependent Learning Explanation of Dissociative Disorders Is Correct