In the wake of the recent BP oil spill disaster in the Gulf of Mexico, there has been an increase in reported cases of _________. Some researchers are finding that virtual reality exposure therapy has helped with the treatment
Of these problems.

A) posttraumatic stress disorder
B) major depression
C) schizophrenia
D) panic disorder

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder

A psychiatric disorder that may occur in people who have experienced or witnessed a traumatic event, characterized by flashbacks, nightmares, and severe anxiety.

Virtual Reality Exposure Therapy

A method of psychotherapy that uses virtual reality technology to expose patients to simulations of their phobias or traumatic experiences in a controlled environment.