PTSD

Question 1

trauma

Answer 1

event that causes life or body integrity (includes witnessing violence, learning of traumatic event of a loved one); 19% in men, 43% in women

Question 2

abuse

Answer 2

subset of trauma defined by human perpetration; often chronic, known perpetrator identity; disruption of basic trust

Question 3

PTSD

Answer 3

trauma/abuse characterized by intrusive re-experiencing, avoidance of reminders, negative alterations in mood and cognition, hyperarousal; delayed onset >6m post trauma

Question 4

acute stress disorder

Answer 4

acute onset, 3d-1m post-trauma; emphasis on dissociative symptoms (derealization, depersonalization, numbness)

Question 5

epidemiology

Answer 5

6.4-8.3% prevalence, 2:1 female-male ratio

Question 6

PTSD risk factors

Answer 6

severity of trauma, perceived helplessness, dissociation at time of event, available support systems

Question 7

treatment

Answer 7

1st line: antidepressants, 2nd line: mood stabilizers