Question 1

As it pertains to the common features of traumatic stress disorders, the example of a rape survivor avoiding traveling to the part of town where she was attacked is an example of __________.

Accepted Answer

The avoidance behavior exhibited by the rape survivor in avoiding the part of town where she was attacked is a common feature of traumatic stress disorders. Trauma survivors often avoid situations or stimuli that remind them of the traumatic event, and this avoidance behavior can impair their functioning in daily life.

Question 2

The feeling of detachment from oneself or one's environment is known as ______.

Accepted Answer

The feeling of detachment from oneself or one's environment is a classic symptom of dissociation, which is a disruption in the normal integration of consciousness, memory, identity, emotion, perception, body representation, motor control, and behavior. Dissociation can range from mild detachment to severe disorders such as dissociative identity disorder, depersonalization disorder, and dissociative amnesia. However, dissociation alone cannot diagnose these disorders, as other factors such as trauma or substance abuse can also cause dissociative symptoms.

Question 3

For an individual with Acute Stress Disorder, stronger or more persistent symptoms of dissociation around?the time of the trauma is associated with a greater likelihood of later development of ________.

Accepted Answer

The stronger or more persistent symptoms of dissociation around the time of the trauma in an individual with Acute Stress Disorder is associated with a greater likelihood of later development of PTSD.

Question 4

Individuals suffering from Acute Stress Disorder may feel ______________.

Accepted Answer

Individuals suffering from Acute Stress Disorder may feel "in a daze" or feel that the world seems like a dreamlike or unreal place.

Question 5

The prevalence of PTSD among U.S. soldiers who served in the Vietnam War is about one in ______.

Accepted Answer

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Question 6

About ______ of people suffer a traumatic experience at some point in their lives.

Accepted Answer

Studies and surveys across various populations have shown that about two-thirds of people are likely to experience at least one traumatic event during their lifetimes. This high prevalence underscores the importance of understanding trauma and its impacts on mental health.

Question 7

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.

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 8

A prolonged maladaptive reaction to an extreme stressor, such as combat or a natural disaster, is ______ disorder.

Accepted Answer

Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a prolonged maladaptive reaction to an extreme stressor, such as combat or a natural disaster. Acute stress disorder and an adjustment disorder also involve reactions to stressors but are generally considered to be less severe and of shorter duration. Chronic stress refers to ongoing stress that persists over a long period of time.

Question 9

Sheila just witnessed someone being brutally attacked. Now she seems to jump at any sudden noise. She is most likely experiencing which of the following common features of traumatic stress disorders?

Accepted Answer

Sheila's heightened arousal is a common feature of traumatic stress disorders, which can manifest in the form of being easily startled, having difficulty sleeping or concentrating, and feeling constantly on guard or hypervigilant. Avoidance behavior, re-experiencing the trauma, and emotional distress and impaired functioning are also common features, but they do not fit Sheila's specific symptoms as described in the scenario.

Question 10

Of the following situations, which is the most likely to result in PTSD?

Accepted Answer

Being in an airplane crash is a traumatic event that can lead to the development of PTSD in individuals. The other options listed are not typically considered traumatic events that would result in PTSD.

Question 11

If someone is having intrusive memories, recurrent disturbing dreams, or momentary flashbacks of a traumatic event such as being pursued by an attacker, the individual is most likely experiencing which of the following common features of traumatic stress disorders?

Accepted Answer

Re-experiencing the trauma, also known as "intrusive symptoms," is one of the common features of traumatic stress disorders, including PTSD. These symptoms include intrusive memories, recurrent disturbing dreams, or momentary flashbacks of the traumatic event.

Question 12

The lifetime prevalence rate of Acute Stress Disorder (ASD) in the population is______.

Accepted Answer

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Question 13

Paul witnessed a murder while walking through the subway three weeks ago. Three days after witnessing the murder, Paul began experiencing intense anxiety and reliving what he saw at night in his dreams. Paul would most like be diagnosed with____________.

Accepted Answer

Paul's symptoms of anxiety and reliving the traumatic experience at night suggest that he may have developed acute stress disorder, which is characterized by anxiety, dissociative symptoms, and intrusive re-experiencing of a traumatic event.

Question 14

In what way is Acute Stress Disorder is different from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)?

Accepted Answer

The main difference between Acute Stress Disorder and PTSD is that the symptoms of Acute Stress Disorder are limited to one month, whereas PTSD can last for months or even years. Option A is incorrect, as the intensity of the trauma does not determine whether someone develops Acute Stress Disorder or PTSD. Option C is also incorrect, as individuals with PTSD may experience frequent flashbacks as well. Option D is incorrect, as individuals with both diagnoses are capable of recovering through appropriate treatment.

Question 15

First responders who are responsible for collecting human remains or police officers who regularly? interview children about the details of child abuse________________as a result of exposure to trauma in ? their work.

Accepted Answer

First responders and police officers who are exposed to trauma in their work may develop acute stress disorder, which is characterized by symptoms such as re-experiencing the traumatic event, avoidance behaviors, and hyperarousal. It is important for these professionals to seek support and treatment to prevent the development of chronic PTSD. There is no evidence to suggest that they are more likely to develop dissociative identity disorder or a personality disorder as a result of their work.

Question 16

Hector is hypervigilant, is having difficulty sleeping and concentrating, easily becomes irritable and has outbursts of anger. He is most likely experiencing which of the following common features of traumatic stress disorders?

Accepted Answer

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Question 17

Heather's boyfriend Matt served combat duty in Iraq. After returning to the US last month and reuniting ? with Heather, Matt shared the details of the battles he was involved with and the trauma he experienced ? while serving. Heather has begun to experience intense periods of anxiety and feels as if she is "in a daze". ? It is possible Heather has developed _____________ as a result of listening to Matt's experiences.

Accepted Answer

Heather's symptoms, including intense anxiety and feeling in a daze, suggest an acute stress disorder rather than a post-traumatic stress disorder which requires persistent symptoms lasting longer than a month. The symptoms may be the result of exposure to Matt's trauma, but it does not meet the criteria for an adjustment disorder because the symptoms are severe and impact daily functioning. Therefore, the best choice is an Acute Stress Disorder.

Question 18

Last week, Hannah witnessed an accident where a pedestrian was struck and killed by an automobile. ? Since the accident, Hannah has experienced anxiety and actively avoids the street where she witnessed the accident. A clinician might diagnose Hannah as having__________.

Accepted Answer

Hannah's symptoms are consistent with acute stress disorder, which occurs shortly after a traumatic event and includes anxiety and avoidance behaviors.

Question 19

In PTSD, the loss of the ability to have loving feelings is which of the following common features of traumatic stress disorders?

Accepted Answer

Emotional numbing, which includes the loss of the ability to have loving feelings or feel pleasure, is a common feature of PTSD and other traumatic stress disorders. Avoidance behavior, heightened arousal, and emotional distress and impaired functioning are also common features of these disorders, but they do not specifically relate to the loss of loving feelings.

Question 20

After witnessing a terrible car accident, John is experiencing so much emotional distress that he is having difficulty taking care of his responsibilities at work. He is most likely experiencing which of the following common features of traumatic stress disorders?

Accepted Answer

John is experiencing emotional distress and impaired functioning, which is a common feature of traumatic stress disorders. Avoidance behavior refers to actively avoiding reminders of the trauma, heightened arousal refers to an exaggerated response to stimuli, and emotional numbing involves feeling emotionally detached from others and one's own emotions. While these may also be present in traumatic stress disorders, they are not the most applicable to John's situation described in the question.

Quiz 4: Stress-Related Disorders