Trauma and Stress-Related Disorders

A patient reports experiencing flashbacks, avoidance behaviors, and hyperarousal, which started two months ago following a traumatic event. Which disorder is MOST likely?

Which of the following treatment approaches is LEAST likely to be used as an initial intervention for Adjustment Disorder?

A person exhibits symptoms similar to PTSD, but they have been present for only two weeks after a traumatic incident. Which condition is the MOST probable?

Which key feature is MOST characteristic of Dissociative Identity Disorder?

For which of the following conditions might 'grounding techniques' be a therapeutic intervention?

A patient is prescribed SSRIs and Prazosin for managing their psychological distress. Which disorder is the patient MOST likely being treated for?

A person experiences significant emotional distress due to a recent job loss, impacting their daily functioning. If this condition persists for more than a month, which disorder is MOST likely?

Which of the following disorders is characterized by a feeling of detachment from oneself or reality, and can manifest as chronic or episodic?

Which therapeutic intervention is MOST aligned with addressing the core symptoms of Dissociative Identity Disorder?

A patient reports a sudden inability to recall personal information following a car accident, with no other apparent neurological damage. Which disorder is MOST likely?

A veteran of combat experiences recurring nightmares, flashbacks, and demonstrates an exaggerated startle response. These symptoms have persisted for over six months. What condition is MOST likely affecting this individual?

Which of the following is the PRIMARY focus of crisis intervention in the treatment of Acute Stress Disorder (ASD)?

A student is struggling with emotional distress due to difficulties adjusting to college life. They have had these feelings for about two months. Which disorder is MOST likely?

A patient describes feeling detached from their body and surroundings, as if they are observing their life from outside themselves. They state this has been happening for years, with varying intensity. Which condition is MOST likely?

In the treatment of Dissociative Amnesia, which of the following methods is MOST likely to be used to help the patient recover lost memories?

A first responder experiences a traumatic event. Which intervention, if administered within the first few weeks, could potentially prevent the development of PTSD?

A patient with Dissociative Identity Disorder is undergoing therapy. What is the primary goal of integration work in this context?

What is the typical duration of emotional distress for a diagnosis of Adjustment Disorder?

Which of the following characterizes the duration of symptoms for Acute Stress Disorder (ASD)?

A person reports feeling disconnected from their body and observing themselves from afar, but these episodes are infrequent and don't cause significant distress. How might a psychologist view this presentation?

In a patient with PTSD, what is the MOST likely reason for prescribing Prazosin?

A patient who has experienced a traumatic event is being evaluated for ASD and PTSD. What is a KEY factor in differentiating between these two disorders?

A person who experienced a natural disaster three weeks ago now reports feeling irritable, having difficulty sleeping, and being easily startled. What is the MOST appropriate INITIAL course of action?

Which combination of treatments is MOST likely to be used for PTSD?

A patient reports significant distress because of a recent divorce. They are having trouble sleeping and concentrating, but otherwise functioning normally. If these symptoms persist for over four months, which condition should be considered?

A patient with Dissociative Identity Disorder is in therapy. During a session, one of their alternate identities expresses fear and distrust towards the primary identity. What might be the therapist's MOST appropriate initial response?

Which of the following disorders is MOST likely to involve the therapeutic goal of helping the patient reconnect with reality?

A combat veteran is diagnosed with PTSD. Besides flashbacks and hyperarousal, what other symptom would MOST strongly support this diagnosis?

How do the treatment approaches typically differ between Acute Stress Disorder (ASD) and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)?

A person is diagnosed with Dissociative Amnesia after experiencing a traumatic event. What specific type of memory loss is MOST characteristic of this disorder?

Which of the following interventions would be LEAST appropriate for a client newly diagnosed with Depersonalization/Derealization?

Which statement BEST captures the relationship between traumatic experiences and the development of dissociative disorders?

A therapist is working with a client who has Adjustment Disorder following a major life change. What should be the therapist's PRIMARY focus?

A client reports experiencing both flashbacks of a traumatic event and periods of feeling detached from their body. Which combination of disorders is MOST likely?

Which of the following disorders is typically characterized by chronic symptoms?

What is the MOST important distinction between Depersonalization, Derealization, and Dissociative Identity Disorder?

Which of the following may be considered treatment for Depersonalization/Derealization?

Which of the following may be a symptom of PTSD?