Asked by
Simon Velasquez
on Oct 16, 2024Verified
Which of the following statements is true of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) ?
A) An individual experiences PTSD symptoms only several months or years after a trauma.
B) Not every individual exposed to the same event develops PTSD.
C) Genetic inheritance does not play a role in the development of PTSD.
D) Individuals with PTSD seek attention and are open to expressing their emotions.
Post-traumatic Stress Disorder
A mental health condition triggered by experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event, characterized by flashbacks, nightmares, and severe anxiety.
Genetic Inheritance
The process by which traits or characteristics are passed from parents to their offspring through genes.
Attention
The act of concentrating on a particular stimulus while ignoring other stimuli, highlighting the brain's selective information processing.
- Pinpoint and differentiate between multiple disorders linked to anxiety, notably PTSD.
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Learning Objectives
- Pinpoint and differentiate between multiple disorders linked to anxiety, notably PTSD.