Studies Have Suggested That Reexperiencing a Traumatic Event Can Become

question 16

Multiple Choice

Studies have suggested that reexperiencing a traumatic event can become an addiction of sorts.The evidence suggests that the reason for this is which?

• A)People with PTSD often have addictive personalities.
• B)Perpetuating the traumatic experience yields secondary gains.
• C)The reexperiencing of trauma enhances production of endogenous opioid peptides.
• D)People with PTSD often have concurrent substance abuse issues.

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Definitions:

Interstitial Fluid

The fluid that surrounds the cells in tissues, providing a medium for the exchange of substances between blood and cells.

Venous End

The part of a capillary bed where blood is collected from the capillary networks into the veins, characterized by lower pressure and oxygen content compared to the arterial end.

Lower Extremities

Lower extremities refer to the limbs and structures of the lower part of the body, including the hips, thighs, legs, ankles, and feet.

Precapillary Sphincter

A band of smooth muscle that adjusts blood flow into capillaries mainly by contracting and relaxing, thereby regulating the passage of blood into tissues.