Asked by Harry potter on Jun 12, 2024

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A disorder resulting from exposure to a major stressor, with symptoms of anxiety, nightmares, poor sleep, reliving the event, and concentration problems, lasting for more than one month, is called _________.

A) acute stress disorder
B) external locus of control
C) catastrophic stress
D) post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

A disorder characterized by failure to recover after experiencing or witnessing a terrifying event, leading to symptoms such as flashbacks, nightmares, and severe anxiety.

Major Stressor

Any significant event or situation that causes a high level of stress or change in one's life.

  • Differentiate between acute stress disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
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Kirstie MartinJun 13, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The symptoms described in the question are all characteristic of PTSD, which is a disorder that can result from exposure to a traumatic event such as combat, sexual assault, or a natural disaster. Acute stress disorder is a similar condition, but the symptoms only last for a short period of time (up to one month). "External locus of control" and "catastrophic stress" are not terms used to describe specific mental health disorders.