Erwin,a decorated war hero,occasionally has flashbacks concerning his hand-to-hand combat experiences in Southeast Asia.This is a symptom of ____.
A) a generalized anxiety disorder
B) posttraumatic stress disorder
C) the general adaptation syndrome
D) acute nemosis

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Flashbacks of combat experiences are a symptom of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), which is a mental health condition that can occur after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event, such as combat. A generalized anxiety disorder (A) involves excessive and unrealistic worry about everyday events, while the general adaptation syndrome (C) refers to the body's stress response to prolonged exposure to stressors. Acute nemosis (D) is not a recognized medical term.

Erwin,a Decorated War Hero,occasionally Has Flashbacks Concerning His Hand-To-Hand Combat