When Sandra was 18 years old,she was in a serious car accident.Although she made a full recovery from her injuries,she experienced extreme anxiety afterward.Sandra is now very anxious when driving,has nightmares about the accident,and flinches when she goes through intersections.Sandra has symptoms suggestive of _____.

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Sandra's symptoms are suggestive of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), which is characterized by recurring reminders of a traumatic event, avoidance of triggers associated with the event, and heightened arousal. The fact that her symptoms are specifically related to the car accident suggests a specific trauma. Although she may also have symptoms of anxiety, PTSD is a more accurate diagnosis given the details provided.

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