Anxiety disorders

Question 1

DSM features of PTSD

Answer 1

1. Intrusion symptoms
2. Alterations in cognition and mood
3. Alterations in arousal/ reactivity
4. Avoidance: people, places, scenarios resembling traumatic event

Question 2

Examples of intrusions in PTSD

Answer 2

Flashbacks

Intrusive thoughts of images/ sensations

Dreams/nightmares

Question 3

Examples of negative alterations in cognition and mood in PTSD

Answer 3

Feeling alienated from others

Constricted affect

Diminished interest in significant activities

Distorted negative beliefs about oneself or the world

Inability to remember key features of the traumatic event

Question 4

Examples of alterations of arousal and reactivity in PTSD

Answer 4

Hypervigilance for threat

Exaggerated startle response

Irritability

Difficulty concentrating

Sleep problems