The four core symptoms of _____ are (1) frequent, intrusive recollections of a traumatic event; (2) numbing of emotional responsiveness, (3) avoidance of stimuli that tend to trigger memories of the traumatic event; and (4) increased physical arousal associated with anxiety.

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The four core symptoms described are classic symptoms of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Obsessive-compulsive disorder involves repetitive, intrusive thoughts and actions, while generalized anxiety disorder involves excessive and persistent worry about a variety of things. Social anxiety disorder is characterized by excessive fear of social situations. None of these disorders exhibit the specific symptom pattern described in the question.

The Four Core Symptoms of _____ Are (1) Frequent, Intrusive