What was the short term and long term impact of misadventure on Douglas?

Dear Student,

The misadventure that Douglas had gone through traumatised him and he feared any water related activity for some time. He cried, didn't eat properly and the slightest exertion would make him sick. 
Over the years, he couldn't enjoy activities like swimming and canoeing. Though, eventually he decided to hire an instructor. Determined to overcome his fears, Douglas practised for an hour, five days a week. Gradually, he could swim confidently and overcome his fear.

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