Direct exposure to trauma is ______.
A) necessary for a diagnosis of PTSD
B) necessary for a diagnosis of PTSD in those under age 6
C) associated with a greater risk of PTSD than indirect exposure to trauma
D) associated with lower rates of recovery from PTSD than is indirect exposure to trauma

Question

Direct exposure to trauma is ______.
A) necessary for a diagnosis of PTSD
B) necessary for a diagnosis of PTSD in those under age 6
C) associated with a greater risk of PTSD than indirect exposure to trauma
D) associated with lower rates of recovery from PTSD than is indirect exposure to trauma

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Direct exposure to trauma (e.g. experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event) is associated with a higher risk of developing PTSD compared to indirect exposure (e.g. learning about a traumatic event through someone else).

Direct Exposure to Trauma Is ______