Tara's house was flooded in a hurricane. Upon losing her home, she had nightmares, disturbed sleep, and anxiety that lasted about 2 weeks. Tara most likely suffered from __________.

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Tara experienced symptoms of acute stress disorder, which is a psychological response to experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. The symptoms last for a short period of time, usually less than a month, and may include nightmares, anxiety, and sleep disturbances. PTSD is similar, but its symptoms last for more than a month. External locus of control and catastrophic stress are not relevant to this situation.

Tara's House Was Flooded in a Hurricane