Sexual Assault

Question 0

Rape-Trauma Syndrome: Acute Phase

Answer 0

Occurs immediately after the assault and may last 2-3 weeks; characterized by disorganization of the person’s lifestyle, possible somatic sx; common reactions are shock, numbness, disbelief

Question 1

Rape-Trauma Syndrome

Answer 1

A variant of of PTSD that occurs after an actual or attempted sexual assault; consists of acute phase and long-term reorganization process

Question 2

Rape-Trauma Syndrome: Long-term Reorganization Phase

Answer 2

Occurs 2 or more weeks after the rape; consists of intrusive thoughts, increased activity, and increased emotional lability; fears and phobias may develop as a defensive reaction to the rape

Question 3

Expressed Style of Coping

Answer 3

Behavioral responses to sexual assault (i.e. crying, withdrawing, smoking, abusing alcohol/drugs, talking about the event, agitation)

Question 4

Controlled Style of Coping

Answer 4

Psychological and emotional trauma from sexual assault that may not be readily apparent (i.e. numbness)