What Are the Most Common Traumatic Events Experienced by the 8

question 104

Multiple Choice

What are the most common traumatic events experienced by the 8 percent of the Canadian population who have experienced post-traumatic stress disorder?

• A) sexual assault and auto accidents that included fatalities
• B) combat and sexual assault
• C) aggravated assault and sexual assault
• D) aggravated assault and combat

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Definitions:

Burning Out

A state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion caused by prolonged stress or frustration, particularly in the workplace.

Nonverbal Cues

Refers to the ways in which people communicate without using words, including gestures, facial expressions, and body language.

Group Leader

An individual who guides, directs, and influences the members of a group toward achieving its objectives.

Defensiveness

A psychological reaction that occurs in response to perceived threats to oneís self-image or ego, often resulting in justification, denial, or blame.