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True or False: If you have symptoms of PTSD that interfere with your well-being, it is not important to seek specialized treatment
False
True or False: Hypervigilance is always being super-alert and never letting your guard down
True
List one symptom of PTSD
Nightmares, flashbacks, sleep problems, intrusive memories
True or False: Exaggerated startle responses is a symptom of PTSD
True
What is an example of physical reactions of PTSD?
heart pounding, sweating, breathing fast
What is an example of a distressing event?
assault, death, threats, natural disaster, military combat
True or False: PTSD rates are high in people with other mental illnesses?
True
True or False: The rate of PTSD is low in people who have substance use disorders
False
True or False: There are effective treatments for PTSD?
True
How can someone cope with intrusive memories or flashbacks
ex: practicing acceptance, grounding exercises
Which symptoms of PTSD might someone use substances to cope?
ex: difficulty sleeping, feeling jumpy
True or False: Using substances makes symptoms of PTSD better?
False
