Sam has recently returned from a tour of duty overseas. While he was stationed abroad, he saw a fair share of combat, including the death of three of his fellow platoon-mates. Sam has been having several symptoms since he returned, including
sleeplessness, irritability, flashbacks, and a loss of interest in being around his friends and family. Which of the following diagnoses would be most appropriate for Sam's condition?
a. Generalized anxiety disorder
b. Panic disorder
c. Post-traumatic stress disorder
d. Obsessive-compulsive disorder
Answer: C
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a. a heuristic to get past the password protection. b. an algorithm to get past the password protection. c. reframing to get past the password protection. d. representativeness to get past the password protection.
Which of the following is an effective intervention for autism?
a. Secretin b. Chelation therapy c. SSROs d. Applied behavior analysis
In which of the following ways has communication NOT been improved by electronic media?
a. It is a convenient way to keep in touch with others. b. It can summon aid in an emergency. c. It provides a sense of security. d. It can tie people to their jobs.