Asked by Alina Moloko on Jun 29, 2024
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Which of the following is NOT one of the symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder?
A) a period of numbness or dissociation immediately after the trauma
B) recurrent nightmares and flashbacks of the trauma
C) survival guilt, if friends or relatives were harmed or killed
D) reduced startle response
E) sleep disturbances
Dissociation
A psychological process where a person disconnects from their thoughts, feelings, memories, or sense of identity.
Reduced Startle Response
A diminished reaction to sudden, unexpected stimuli, potentially indicative of familiarity, desensitization, or neurological conditions.
- Identify the specific differences among various anxiety disorders, notably generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
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Devon FallerJun 29, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Reduced startle response is not a symptom of post-traumatic stress disorder. The other options (A, B, C, and E) are commonly recognized symptoms of PTSD.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the specific differences among various anxiety disorders, notably generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
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