Direct Exposure to Trauma Is ______

question 69

Multiple Choice

Direct exposure to trauma is ______.

• A) necessary for a diagnosis of PTSD
• B) necessary for a diagnosis of PTSD in those under age 6
• C) associated with a greater risk of PTSD than indirect exposure to trauma
• D) associated with lower rates of recovery from PTSD than is indirect exposure to trauma

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Definitions:

Free Blacks

African Americans who were not enslaved before the abolition of slavery, enjoying certain degrees of freedom and rights which varied widely across different states and periods in US history.

Maryland

A state located in the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States, known for its significant historical landmarks, diverse landscapes, and as the birthplace of the U.S. national anthem.

Mississippi

A state in the southern United States, known for its namesake river, rich cultural heritage, and significant role in American history, particularly during the Civil War and the civil rights movement.

Slave Families

Units of enslaved people, often forcibly separated by slave trade or owners, who formed familial bonds within the constraints of slavery in historical contexts.