Trauma in Special Populations — Flashcards

_____ disorder is characterized by symptoms of PTSD that last between 3 days and 1 month (duration)

A diagnosis of PTSD is made if these symptoms present _____ 1 month following the traumatic event

The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may be remembered with the mnemonic "DREAMS": - D_____, - Rexperience (intrusive) of event, Reckless behavior- Event preceding symptoms- Avoidance of associated stimuli, Angry outbursts- Month or more of symptoms- Sympathetic arousal (Hypervigilance), Sleep disturbance

Avoidance of distressing memories and avoidance of external reminders are _____ symptoms seen in post-traumatic stress disorder

_____, is characterised by widely ataxic gait and jerky truncal movements, and associated with conversion disorder

First-line treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) includes _____ + SSRIs or venlafaxine

Symptoms of bereavement develop within _____ months and resolve within 2 months

_____ disorder is characterized by emotional symptoms (anxiety, depression) that occur within 3 months of an identifiable psychosocial stressor and lasting < 6 months once the stressor has ended