Trauma Response Flashcards

1
Q

List some risk factors for heightened responses to trauma

A
Sudden, unexpected event
Man-made rather than natural
Prolonged exposure
Threat to life, death
Personal factors (family)
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2
Q

What is associated with the highest incidence of post-traumatic stress disorder?

A

Rape

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3
Q

What is the freeze response?

A

Body goes into shutdown with immobility in the presence of “inevitable” danger (think of a deer on the road)

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4
Q

List some clinical features of complex PTSD

A
Low self-esteem, self-blame
Hopelessness
Somatisation
Mood disturbance
Self-harm
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5
Q

What is the most emotionally charged part of the brain?

A

Amygdala

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6
Q

List the main features of PTSD (FAANDER)

A
Flashbacks
Nightmares
Avoidance
Arousal (increased)
Emotional numbness
Dissociation
Re-enactment
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7
Q

How long after a traumatic event can PTSD be diagnosed?

A

3 months after

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8
Q

If trauma symptoms are mild and present for less than 4 weeks, what is the treatment?

A

Watchful waiting with support

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9
Q

List some psychotherapy that may be used for PTSD

A

CBT
EMDR
Media therapy
Mindfulness

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10
Q

Which antidepressant is licensed for use in PTSD?

A

Paroxetine (SSRI)

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