PTSD Flashcards

1
Q

what type of trauma is higher risk for developing PTSD

A

repetitive trauma

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2
Q

what part of brain is activated during thrrat

A

midbrain superior colliculi

periaqueductal gray

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3
Q

what hormone is low in PTSD

A

cortisol

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4
Q

history of PTSD

A
exposure to trauma - death/threatened death, serious injury etc
intense fear/helplessmess/horror
intrusive symptoms (flashbacks)
avoidance symptoms
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5
Q

treatment of PTSD

A

EMDR

SSRIs

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