Dr. Kirby has been meeting with 9-year-old Loren, whose family lost everything in a tornado. In her initial visit, Loren was diagnosed with acute stress disorder. During a 2-month follow-up with Dr. Kirby, Loren is still exhibiting many of the same symptoms. What should Dr. Kirby do?

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Acute Stress Disorder (ASD) is diagnosed when symptoms arise within the first month after a traumatic event and can last up to one month. If Loren is still experiencing many of the same symptoms after two months, it is appropriate to revise the diagnosis to Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), which can occur when symptoms last more than one month and cause significant impairment in functioning.

Dr Kirby Has Been Meeting with 9-Year-Old Loren, Whose Family