Question 1

Canadian Vietnam veterans, in comparison to American Vietnam veterans were more vulnerable to chronic PTSD because:

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Canadian Vietnam veterans received less recognition for their efforts upon returning home, which contributed to a sense of isolation and lack of support, factors that can exacerbate PTSD symptoms.

Question 2

In addition to his PTSD, Lt. General Romeo Dallaire has acknowledged:

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Question 3

Lt. General Romeo Dallaire witnessed atrocities that contributed to his PTSD in:

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Lt. General Romeo Dallaire witnessed atrocities during the Rwandan genocide in 1994, which contributed to his PTSD.

Question 4

Specific phobias can be described as being both logical and illogical. Explain why this is, using an example to illustrate.

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Question 5

Beal (1995) conducted a follow-up study of Canadian World War II Veterans. Findings revealed that:

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The study found that POWs with PTSD had higher levels of depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts. None of the other options correspond to the findings of this study.

Question 6

In DSM-IV, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCd) and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSd) were listed as anxiety disorders. In DSM-5, they are each in their own

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Question 7

EMDR is a controversial treatment of PTSD. Research suggests that:

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Question 8

Describe the psychoanalytic theory of Adler and the behavioural theory of the etiology of obsessive-compulsive disorder. Explain how these views may be unified using the cognitive perspective.

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Question 9

Several learning theories explain the development and maintenance of phobias. How would different learning theories explain the development and maintenance of a university student in Canada's fear of dogs?

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Question 10

Why are Canadian Vietnam veterans said to be more susceptible to PTSD than their American counterparts?

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Canadian Vietnam veterans received less recognition upon homecoming than their American counterparts, which may have contributed to their increased susceptibility to PTSD.

Question 11

A recent, but small, clinical trial saw good results for the use of ________ in treating PTSD.

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Ecstasy, also known as MDMA, has shown promise in recent clinical trials for treating PTSD due to its potential to enhance emotional processing and reduce fear responses.

Question 12

Most people experience anxiety at some point(s) in their lives. What differentiates "regular" anxiety from an anxiety disorder?

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Question 13

Joan was in a car accident six weeks ago. Her car was totaled, but she only had some bumps and bruises. Since then, when she has to drive somewhere, she gets anxious and experiences increased heart rate, sweating, and a sense of impending disaster. The episodes usually last about 10 minutes. She is not experiencing any other symptoms. What is her most likely diagnosis and why? What other diagnoses did you consider?

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Question 14

Compare the behavioural etiology of specific phobias with that of posttraumatic stress disorder. Outlines how these perspectives are similar, and how they differ.

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Question 15

According to research by Stretch (1990, 1991) on PTSD in Canadian Vietnam Veterans:

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The research by Stretch (1990, 1991) found that PTSD was associated with poorer health and nervous system problems in Canadian Vietnam Veterans. There is no evidence or mention of choice A or B, and choice C is incorrect as the research found that less than one-quarter of Canadian soldiers sought treatment for their PTSD symptoms, not that less than one-quarter were diagnosed with PTSD.

Question 16

Lieutenant-General Romeo Dallaire has disclosed that he suffered from:

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Lieutenant-General Romeo Dallaire has disclosed that he suffered from Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) due to his experiences during the Rwandan genocide in 1994. PTSD is a mental health disorder that can occur after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event, and is commonly experienced by military personnel who have been deployed in combat zones. Symptoms can include flashbacks, nightmares, avoidance behaviors, and hyperarousal.

Question 17

A meta-analysis conducted by Bradley et al. (2005) shed light on the utility of psychotherapy for treating PTSD. The results showed that:

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Question 18

Both Bill and Bob developed PTSD symptoms as Canadian soldiers. Bill is also depressed. Which of the following is most true?

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Research suggests that men are less likely to seek help for mental health issues like depression and PTSD, which may make Bob less likely to seek treatment. Additionally, the presence of depression may increase the likelihood that Bill will recognize the need for treatment and seek help.

Question 19

What percentage of Canadian veterans who had participated in the Vietnam War experienced PTSD symptoms?

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Question 20

"Virtual Iraq" is used:

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Virtual Iraq is a form of exposure therapy that is used to treat PTSD in veterans. It is designed to recreate situations commonly experienced by soldiers in Iraq, such as driving through a city or encountering roadside bombs, in a safe and controlled environment. This allows veterans to confront their traumatic memories and process them in a therapeutic setting. It is not typically used for phobias or as a substitute for regular therapy sessions.

Quiz 6: Anxiety, Obsessive-Compulsive, and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders