Arielle Was in a Terrible Car Accident in Which Several

question 77

Multiple Choice

Arielle was in a terrible car accident in which several people were killed. A few weeks later, she began to talk about what happened. She told the story to anyone who would listen. This seems to be _________

• A) a way to reduce anxiety and desensitize herself to the experience.
• B) a maladaptive coping response that will heighten her distress.
• C) a sign that she is beginning to develop PTSD.
• D) a sign that she is in the shock stage of disaster syndrome.

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Definitions:

Medulla

The lower part of the brainstem, playing a key role in regulating vital functions such as heart rate, breathing, and blood pressure.

Dopamine System

Neural pathways in the brain that utilize dopamine as a neurotransmitter, involved in reward, motivation, and many aspects of behavior and cognition.

Parkinson's Disease

A progressive neurological disorder marked by tremor, muscular rigidity, and slow, imprecise movement, chiefly affecting middle-aged and elderly people.

Midbrain

A portion of the central nervous system associated with vision, hearing, motor control, sleep/wake, arousal (alertness), and temperature regulation.