A Significant Drawback of the Use of Medication for PTSD

question 92

Multiple Choice

A significant drawback of the use of medication for PTSD is

• A) it can actually serve as a reinforcer for one of the major symptoms of PTSD because it can allow a person to avoid the feelings associated with the trauma.
• B) it can make people overly sensitized to the "warning signs" of distress.
• C) it can work well during the day, however the person often continues to have nightmares and sleep disturbances.
• D) there are no significant drawbacks.

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