Almost every night, Cara wakes up terrified and screaming for the boys to get off her. Two years later, she still can't get the gang rape out of her mind. The fear, anxiety, and depression are ruining her life. This is an example of a(n):

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Cara's symptoms, including the recurring nightmares and the inability to move past the traumatic event, are indicative of a posttraumatic stress reaction (PTSD). PTSD involves prolonged psychological distress following exposure to a traumatic event.

Almost Every Night, Cara Wakes Up Terrified and Screaming for the Boys