During a health history,a patient whose wife died unexpectedly 6 months ago in a motor vehicle accident admits to drinking at least six whiskeys every night before going to bed.Which type of grief does this best illustrate?

A) Delayed
B) Chronic
C) Disenfranchised
D) Masked

Disenfranchised Grief

Disenfranchised grief refers to mourning that is not acknowledged or supported by societal norms, often because the relationship, loss, or griever does not fit traditional expectations.

Motor Vehicle Accident

An incident involving one or more vehicles that causes property damage, injury, or death.