Trauma- and Stressor-Related Disorders Flashcards
(24 cards)
What is the primary focus of Trauma and Stressor-Related Disorders in DSM-5-TR?
The primary focus is on disorders that are triggered by exposure to a traumatic or stressful event.
True or False: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can develop after experiencing a traumatic event.
True
Name the disorder characterized by intrusive memories, avoidance behaviors, and hyperarousal after a traumatic event.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
What is Acute Stress Disorder (ASD)?
ASD is a disorder that occurs within three days to one month after exposure to a traumatic event.
Fill in the blank: Symptoms of __________ can include dissociation, anxiety, and avoidance.
Acute Stress Disorder (ASD)
What distinguishes PTSD from ASD?
PTSD is diagnosed when symptoms persist for more than a month, while ASD is diagnosed within three days to a month after trauma.
Which disorder includes the diagnosis of adjustment to a stressful event, leading to emotional or behavioral symptoms?
Adjustment Disorder
True or False: Adjustment Disorders can occur in response to a single stressor or multiple stressors.
True
What are common symptoms of Adjustment Disorder?
Common symptoms include anxiety, depression, and difficulty concentrating.
What is the time frame for symptoms to be considered Adjustment Disorder?
Symptoms must occur within three months of the stressor and must not last longer than six months after the stressor has ended.
Name one subtype of Adjustment Disorder.
Adjustment Disorder with Depressed Mood
True or False: Trauma and Stressor-Related Disorders can affect individuals of any age.
True
What type of events can trigger Trauma and Stressor-Related Disorders?
Events can include natural disasters, personal assaults, military combat, and serious accidents.
Fill in the blank: __________ is the term used to describe a persistent state of heightened arousal in PTSD.
Hyperarousal
What is the role of avoidance in PTSD?
Avoidance refers to efforts to avoid reminders of the trauma, which can impede healing.
What are the three main clusters of symptoms in PTSD?
Intrusive memories, avoidance, and negative changes in cognition and mood.
How long must symptoms persist for a diagnosis of PTSD?
Symptoms must persist for more than one month.
True or False: Children can exhibit different symptoms of PTSD compared to adults.
True
What is a common treatment approach for Trauma and Stressor-Related Disorders?
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a common treatment approach.
What does the āDā in PTSD stand for?
Disorder
Fill in the blank: __________ is a potential outcome of chronic exposure to traumatic events.
Complex PTSD
What is the difference between Complex PTSD and PTSD?
Complex PTSD includes additional symptoms related to prolonged trauma, such as difficulties in emotional regulation and self-identity.
Name a risk factor that may increase the likelihood of developing PTSD.
Previous trauma exposure is a risk factor.
True or False: Everyone who experiences a traumatic event will develop a Trauma and Stressor-Related Disorder.
False
