1-62.Estimates of the Prevalence of PTSD

question 37

Multiple Choice

1-62.Estimates of the prevalence of PTSD

• A)have not been made.
• B)indicate that most people who experience a traumatic event develop PTSD.
• C)demonstrate that it is more commonly seen in women.
• D)find that it rarely exists as a comorbid condition.

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Definitions:

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

A mental health condition that's triggered by experiencing or witnessing a terrifying event, characterized by flashbacks, nightmares, and severe anxiety.

Generalized Anxiety Disorder

A mental health disorder characterized by persistent and excessive worry about a variety of topics, events, or activities, without specific triggers.

Dissociative Identity Disorder

A psychological condition in which a person exhibits multiple distinct identities or personality states.

Illness Anxiety Disorder

A chronic condition characterized by excessive worry about having a serious illness, despite having little or no medical evidence to support the presence of an actual physical condition.