Traumas & Stress

Question 0

what influences our stress response?

Answer 0

• the event

- our capacity to react effectively

Question 1

what are the 2 components if stress?

Answer 1

stressor: event creating demands & the stress response: one’s reactions to demands

Question 2

Symptoms for acute and ptsd?

Answer 2

1. reexperiencing
2. avoidance
3. reduced responsiveness
4. ⬆️arousal, anxiety & guilt

Question 3

How long does stress disorder last WITHOUT treatment?

Answer 3

5 1/2 years

Question 4

how long does stress disorder last with treatment?

Answer 4

average 3 years

Question 5

what are the treatments?

Answer 5

1. drug therapy
2. behavioral exposure techniques
3. insight therapy

Question 6

What is insight therapy?

Answer 6

• bring out deep-seated feelings, create acceptance, lesson guilt
• often use family or group therapy formats; rap groups