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What is one of the most important factors affecting the likelihood of developing PTSD?
What is one of the most important factors affecting the likelihood of developing PTSD?
- Severity of the traumatic event (correct)
- Distance from home during the event
- Weather conditions during the event
- Race of the individual
What percentage of victims of physical assault develop PTSD?
What percentage of victims of physical assault develop PTSD?
- 10%
- 25% (correct)
- 40%
- 60%
Which group has one of the highest rates of PTSD?
Which group has one of the highest rates of PTSD?
- Victims of accidents
- Victims of rape (correct)
- Victims of theft
- Victims of verbal abuse
What is a common symptom associated with PTSD?
What is a common symptom associated with PTSD?
When do PTSD symptoms typically occur after a traumatic event?
When do PTSD symptoms typically occur after a traumatic event?
'Some individuals may develop an adjustment disorder, acute stress disorder, PTSD, or a dissociative disorder' - This statement relates to:
'Some individuals may develop an adjustment disorder, acute stress disorder, PTSD, or a dissociative disorder' - This statement relates to:
What is a common characteristic of a child with Dissociative Socialization Disorder (DSED)?
What is a common characteristic of a child with Dissociative Socialization Disorder (DSED)?
Under what circumstances is inpatient treatment usually not indicated for clients with PTSD?
Under what circumstances is inpatient treatment usually not indicated for clients with PTSD?
Which therapy technique involves the use of an Empty Chair to facilitate emotional expression?
Which therapy technique involves the use of an Empty Chair to facilitate emotional expression?
What role does dissociation play in protecting an individual from traumatic events?
What role does dissociation play in protecting an individual from traumatic events?
What is the primary feature of Dissociative Disorders?
What is the primary feature of Dissociative Disorders?
Why are Dissociative Disorders more prevalent among individuals with histories of childhood abuse?
Why are Dissociative Disorders more prevalent among individuals with histories of childhood abuse?
What is a key aspect of grounding techniques for clients experiencing dissociation?
What is a key aspect of grounding techniques for clients experiencing dissociation?
Which type of disorder involves the client having two or more distinct identities or personality states?
Which type of disorder involves the client having two or more distinct identities or personality states?
What characterizes depersonalization disorder?
What characterizes depersonalization disorder?
How can nurses help clients during dissociative experiences?
How can nurses help clients during dissociative experiences?
What does derealization involve?
What does derealization involve?
Which disorder includes the client not being able to remember important personal information, often of a traumatic nature?
Which disorder includes the client not being able to remember important personal information, often of a traumatic nature?
Which group is about twice as likely as men to develop PTSD?
Which group is about twice as likely as men to develop PTSD?
What is the most common type of events leading to difficulty coping with in life?
What is the most common type of events leading to difficulty coping with in life?
At what age do Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) and Disinhibited Social Engagement Disorder (DSED) occur in response to trauma?
At what age do Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) and Disinhibited Social Engagement Disorder (DSED) occur in response to trauma?
Following a traumatic event, when does Acute Stress Disorder typically occur?
Following a traumatic event, when does Acute Stress Disorder typically occur?
What increases the risk of PTSD when present pretrauma, along with lack of social support?
What increases the risk of PTSD when present pretrauma, along with lack of social support?
How long after a trauma should symptoms occur for a diagnosis of PTSD?
How long after a trauma should symptoms occur for a diagnosis of PTSD?
What is a recommended technique to help a client experiencing dissociation or flashbacks?
What is a recommended technique to help a client experiencing dissociation or flashbacks?
How should a counselor address a client's feelings of fear?
How should a counselor address a client's feelings of fear?
What term should be used to refer to the client to promote self-esteem?
What term should be used to refer to the client to promote self-esteem?
What type of activities should be encouraged to distract the client from intense feelings?
What type of activities should be encouraged to distract the client from intense feelings?
How can a counselor assist in establishing a social support system for a client?
How can a counselor assist in establishing a social support system for a client?
