After Surviving a Train Derailment, John Experienced Frequent, Vivid Thoughts

question 271

Multiple Choice

After surviving a train derailment, John experienced frequent, vivid thoughts and images of the accident for several months. He also had problems sleeping and was irritable and withdrawn. John is suffering from:

• A) major depression.
• B) generalized anxiety disorder.
• C) PTSD.
• D) panic disorder.

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Definitions:

Reliability

The degree to which an assessment tool or measurement is consistently accurate across different times and contexts.

Validity

The extent to which a concept, conclusion or measurement is well-founded and likely corresponds accurately to the real world.

Goal Development

The process of identifying specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound objectives to pursue in personal or professional contexts.

Decision-Making Process

The cognitive process of choosing from multiple alternatives to reach a conclusion or strategy, involving steps such as identifying a problem, generating options, and selecting a course of action.