The difference between acute stress disorder (ASD) and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is that:
A) ASD occurs within 4 weeks of the event and lasts between 2 days and 4 weeks, while PTSD can occur later and is longer lasting
B) PTSD occurs within 4 weeks of the event and lasts between 2 days and 4 weeks, while ASD can occur later and is longer lasting
C) ASD involves exposure to events that are considered less traumatic than those necessary to qualify for PTSD
D) ASD involves more severe symptoms than PTSD

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ASD occurs shortly after a traumatic event and lasts for a short duration, while PTSD can develop later and persists for a longer period.

The Difference Between Acute Stress Disorder (ASD) and Posttraumatic Stress