Trauma and Stress-Related Disorders

A person is involved in a car accident and is diagnosed with PTSD three weeks later. Which DSM-5 criteria would not yet be met for a PTSD diagnosis?

Which of the following best exemplifies the 'avoidance' symptom category in PTSD?

Which of the following scenarios would be categorized as an 'intrusive symptom' of PTSD?

A person with PTSD reports a loss of interest in hobbies and difficulty experiencing joy, which category of symptoms does this fall under?

After experiencing a traumatic event, an individual begins to blame themselves for what happened, despite evidence to the contrary. Which PTSD symptom category does this behavior align with?

Which of the following is an example of a maladaptive response to a traumatic event, as it relates to stress-related disorders?

Why might a clinician assess for avoidance behaviors when evaluating a patient for potential PTSD?

How do flashbacks differ from recurrent distressing memories in individuals with PTSD?

Which of the following is an example of a hyper-arousal symptom commonly observed in individuals with PTSD?

A patient with PTSD reports frequent nightmares. Which medication would be the MOST appropriate first-line treatment to address this specific symptom before considering other options?

Which of the following pre-trauma factors could increase an individual's susceptibility to developing PTSD after experiencing a traumatic event?

What is the primary mechanism of action by which Prazosin (Minipress) alleviates nightmares in individuals with PTSD?

Which of the following factors occurring during a traumatic event would MOST likely contribute to the severity of subsequent PTSD?

A patient with PTSD is experiencing significant agitation and anger outbursts. Which class of medication might be considered to manage these symptoms?

What is a potential risk factor for PTSD that falls under the category of 'Post-Trauma Factors'?

Why are benzodiazepines recommended for short-term use only in the treatment of panic attacks associated with PTSD?

A patient with PTSD also has a history of hypertension. What consideration is MOST important when prescribing Prazosin (Minipress) for nightmares?

Which medication used to treat anxiety is most similar in its mechanism of action to minipress?

Which dosage range presents a typical, effective amount of Prazosin for treating PTSD related symptoms?

Which of the following is NOT a common side effect from taking Minipress?

A patient with what condition would require extra assessment of the benefits versus the risks before using minipress?

What effect do alpha one adrenergic blockers have on blood vessels that helps to reduce blood pressure?

What can maladaptive coping strategies lead to?

A patient is experiencing nightmares and flashbacks following a traumatic event. According to the information, what is the primary goal of using prazosin in this scenario?

Which of the following therapies involves guided eye movements to help process traumatic memories?

A patient is diagnosed with Acute Stress Disorder after experiencing a traumatic event. According to DSM-5 criteria, within what timeframe do the symptoms need to occur?

A first responder is called to the scene of a school shooting. Following the event, short-term crisis intervention is implemented. What does this intervention typically involve?

What is the critical timeframe for diagnosing Adjustment Disorder, according to the information?

A patient is experiencing depression, anxiety and insomnia following a recent job loss. The patient is diagnosed with adjustment disorder. Which of the following treatments would be most appropriate as a first-line intervention?

A patient is diagnosed with dissociative amnesia. What is the primary characteristic of this condition?

Which factor is most commonly associated with the development of dissociative disorders?

A patient is experiencing emotional numbing and amnesia following a traumatic event. What is the most likely explanation for these symptoms?

A patient is diagnosed with Acute Stress Disorder but their symptoms persist beyond one month. According to the DSM-5, what is the most likely revised diagnosis?

A patient is diagnosed with Adjustment Disorder. What characteristics differentiate Adjustment Disorder from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)?

Following a traumatic event, an individual exhibits increased irritability, hypervigilance, and difficulty sleeping. Which category of symptoms does this best describe?

A victim of a car accident cannot remember the moments immediately before or after the crash. Which of the following best describes this symptom?

Which statement accurately differentiates acute stress disorder(ASD) from PTSD based on diagnostic criteria?

Which of the following is a therapy that aims to reframe negative thoughts associated with trauma, grief, or guilt?

A patient reports being found miles away from their home with no recollection of how they got there and appears confused about their identity. Which condition is MOST likely indicated by these symptoms?

A patient experiencing depersonalization is MOST likely to report which of the following sensations?

A therapist is working with a patient diagnosed with Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID). Which therapeutic goal is MOST appropriate for this patient?

A patient reports significant gaps in their memory, with no recollection of several hours at a time. During these periods, witnesses describe the patient's behavior and mood as drastically different. Which condition is MOST consistent with these symptoms?

A patient who experienced a traumatic event is having difficulty recalling specific details of the event. They can remember some parts clearly, while others are completely forgotten. Which type of amnesia is the patient MOST likely experiencing?

Which therapeutic approach is generally considered MOST appropriate for addressing both depersonalization and derealization?

A patient reports feeling detached from their body, as if they are watching themselves from outside. However, they acknowledge that their surroundings are real. Which condition BEST describes the patient's experience?

A patient suddenly travels to a different state and starts a new life under a new name, with no memory of their past. After several weeks, their memory returns, and they are distressed to find themselves in an unfamiliar place. Which condition is MOST likely?

What is the primary difference between depersonalization and derealization?

Which factor is MOST commonly associated with the development of Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID)?

A patient with Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) presents with multiple alters, each with distinct characteristics. Which of the following is a common manifestation of these alters?

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding the treatment of Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID)?

During a therapy session, a patient describes feeling like they are living in a movie, where everything around them seems unreal and dreamlike. They are MOST likely experiencing:

A first responder finds a survivor of a mass casualty event miles away from the site. The survivor is confused, disoriented, and unable to recall any details of the event or their personal information. What condition might this survivor be experiencing?

What is the intended outcome of therapy, like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy(CBT) or Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), for a patient with Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID)?

Trauma & Stress-Related Disorders

PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder)

Intrusive Symptoms (PTSD)

Flashbacks

Avoidance Symptoms (PTSD)

Emotional Numbing

Negative Alterations in Cognition and Mood (PTSD)

Distorted Blame

Mini Press

Trauma-Focused CBT

EMDR

Prolonged Exposure Therapy

Acute Stress Disorder

Dissociative Symptoms

Hyperarousal

Amnesia (Trauma-Related)

Crisis Interventions

Adjustment Disorder

Stressors (Adjustment Disorder)

Dissociative Disorders

Dissociative Amnesia

SSRI (Adjustment disorder)

Feelings associated with Adjustment disorder

PTSD: Hyper-Arousal Symptoms

PTSD: Pre-Trauma Risk Factors

PTSD: Peri-Trauma Factors

PTSD: Post-Trauma Factors

PTSD: First-Line Medication

PTSD: Prazosin (Minipress)

PTSD: Agitation Treatment

PTSD: Panic Attack Meds

Minipress: Mechanism of Action

Minipress: PTSD Benefit

Propranolol for Anxiety

Minipress: Common Side Effects

Minipress: Uncommon Side Effects

Minipress: Renal Caution

Minipress: Hypertension Caution

Localized Amnesia

Selective Amnesia

Generalized Amnesia

Dissociative Fugue

Trauma-Focused Therapy

Cognitive Techniques (for Memory)

Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID)

Alters Characteristics in DID

Depersonalization

Derealization

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Grounding techniques

Benzodiazepines for Anxiety