Acute stress disorder has features similar to those of PTSD, but are limited to a period of______ following direct exposure to the trauma, witnessing other people exposed to the trauma, or learning about a trauma experienced by a close family member or friend.

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Acute stress disorder is characterized by similar symptoms as PTSD, but these symptoms are limited to a period of one month following exposure to trauma, either directly or indirectly. The other answer choices are too long to be consistent with the diagnosis of acute stress disorder.

Acute Stress Disorder Has Features Similar to Those of PTSD