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What is the primary characteristic of a traumatic stressor in Posttraumatic Stress Disorder?
What is the primary characteristic of a traumatic stressor in Posttraumatic Stress Disorder?
- A direct or indirect experience of actual or threatened death (correct)
- A natural response to a normal stressor
- A normal response to an abnormal stressor
- A psychological response to a minor injury
When was PTSD first introduced as a diagnosis in the DSM?
When was PTSD first introduced as a diagnosis in the DSM?
- 1980 (correct)
- 1990
- 2000
- 1960
What is a common term used to describe the condition of soldiers suffering from PTSD during wartime?
What is a common term used to describe the condition of soldiers suffering from PTSD during wartime?
- Shell shock (correct)
- Battle stress
- War neurosis
- Combat fatigue
What is a key difference between PTSD in DSM-IV and previous conceptualizations?
What is a key difference between PTSD in DSM-IV and previous conceptualizations?
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What is an example of a traumatic stressor that can lead to PTSD?
What is an example of a traumatic stressor that can lead to PTSD?
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How can a person experience a traumatic event, according to the DSM?
How can a person experience a traumatic event, according to the DSM?
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What is the focus of crisis management in relation to PTSD?
What is the focus of crisis management in relation to PTSD?
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What is an example of an adjustment disorder subtype that is not classifiable as a specific subtype?
What is an example of an adjustment disorder subtype that is not classifiable as a specific subtype?
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What is a common coping mechanism for individuals with PTSD?
What is a common coping mechanism for individuals with PTSD?
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What is the primary difference between PTSD and adjustment disorder?
What is the primary difference between PTSD and adjustment disorder?
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