Irritable or aggressive behavior,reckless or self-destructive behavior,difficulty falling or staying asleep,and hyper vigilance are all symptoms associated with the DSM-5's ___________ category of PTSD.
A)intrusively re-experiencing the traumatic event
B)avoidance of stimuli associated with the event
C)mood and cognitive changes following the trauma
D)symptoms of increased arousal and reactivity

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The symptoms mentioned in the question are associated with the DSM-5's category of PTSD related to symptoms of increased arousal and reactivity. This category also includes other symptoms such as exaggerated startle response, difficulty concentrating, and hypervigilance. Intrusively re-experiencing the traumatic event, avoidance of stimuli associated with the event, and mood and cognitive changes are separate categories of PTSD symptoms in the DSM-5.

Irritable or Aggressive Behavior,reckless or Self-Destructive Behavior,difficulty Falling or Staying