Iris was in an automobile accident.She goes to a psychologist one week after the accident.If she is experiencing nightmares,flashbacks,headache,and is ruminating about the accident,she will likely receive which diagnosis?
A)acute stress disorder
B)generalized anxiety disorder
C)posttraumatic stress disorder
D)anxiety disorder not otherwise specified

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Acute Stress Disorder (ASD) is characterized by symptoms such as nightmares, flashbacks, and ruminative thoughts about a traumatic event, occurring from three days to one month after the event. Since Iris is experiencing these symptoms within a week of the accident, ASD is the most appropriate diagnosis. PTSD is diagnosed after symptoms persist for more than one month.

Iris Was in an Automobile Accident