A severe anxiety reaction that takes place immediately, or very soon, after an extremely stressful event is known as ________.

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Acute stress disorder refers to a severe anxiety reaction that occurs within one month of exposure to a traumatic event. Symptoms may include re-experiencing the trauma through flashbacks or nightmares, avoidance of reminders of the event, difficulty sleeping, and hyperarousal. It is important to note that if these symptoms persist beyond one month, the diagnosis may change to posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Generalized anxiety disorder (B) involves excessive worry and anxiety about a variety of everyday concerns, rather than a specific traumatic event. Panic disorder (C) involves recurrent panic attacks and fear of having future panic attacks, but not necessarily related to a specific trauma.

A Severe Anxiety Reaction That Takes Place Immediately, or Very