A disorder resulting from exposure to a major stressor,with symptoms of anxiety,nightmares,poor sleep,reliving the event,and concentration problems,lasting for more than one month is called

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The symptoms described in the question are characteristic of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), which is a mental disorder that develops after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. The symptoms must persist for more than one month to receive such a diagnosis. Acute stress disorder (B) is similar to PTSD but lasts for a shorter period, typically up to one month. Eustress disorder (C) and counterstress disorder (D) are not recognized diagnostic categories in mental health.

A Disorder Resulting from Exposure to a Major Stressor,with Symptoms