PTSD Flashcards
1
Q
when do symptoms develop?
A
can be months to years after event
2
Q
when is it considered acute and chronic?
A
acute within 3 months, chronic after 3 months
3
Q
biological basis for PTSD?
A
low cortisol
hippocampal atrophy
increased activity of amygdala (fear or stress response of amygdala)
4
Q
symptoms?
A
involuntary re experience (nightmares and flashbacks) avoidance hyper arousal emotional numbing and detachment dissociation
5
Q
management ?
A
CBT trauma focused
EMDR
6
Q
drugs ?
A
PM
Paroxetine
Mirtazipine
