A nurse is teaching a family about altered thinking patterns with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Which pattern is accurate regarding the thinking of a client who has PTSD?

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It's common for people with PTSD to have alterations in their family processes. One of the key causes for altered thinking patterns involves self-defeating mindsets with patterns of negative thinking about one's capabilities and expectations of others. The beliefs are distorted and exaggerate personal shortcomings or challenges in their living situation. It's not typical for people with PTSD to express joy or grandiose perceptions unless it's in the context of substance use. It's more likely that the distortions on thinking would result in mistrust rather than exaggerated trust.

A Nurse Is Teaching a Family About Altered Thinking Patterns