Which of the Following Appears to Be a Key Factor

question 84

Multiple Choice

Which of the following appears to be a key factor in predicting who is most likely to develop PTSD following a traumatic event?

• A) The age of the victim.
• B) The place of the traumatic event.
• C) The intensity of the person's reaction at the time of the traumatic event.
• D) The person's intelligence.

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Definitions:

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Neurotransmitter

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