After surviving an Amtrak derailment, John experienced frequent, vivid thoughts and images of the accident for several months. He also had problems sleeping and was irritable and withdrawn. John is suffering from:

a. major depression.
b. posttraumatic stress disorder.
c. generalized anxiety disorder.
d. panic disorder.


B

Psychology

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In regard to temperament, some adolescents may be easily upset and get bothered with little provocation. This refers to

A) extraversion. B) irritability. C) activity level. D) adaptability.

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A. reflex behavior; intentional action B. intentional action; reflex behavior C. innate responses; reflex behavior D. intentional action; innate responses

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Psychology