Linda's house was flooded in a hurricane.Upon losing her home,she had nightmares,disturbed sleep,and anxiety that lasted about two weeks.Linda most likely suffered from ______________.

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Acute stress disorder is a short-term condition that occurs in response to a traumatic event like Linda's house being flooded in a hurricane. Symptoms may include nightmares, disturbed sleep, and anxiety that last for up to about a month. Symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) typically last longer than a month, and therefore, it is less likely that Linda suffered from PTSD based on the information provided. Catastrophic stress and external locus of control are not recognized psychological conditions.

Linda's House Was Flooded in a Hurricane