The National Comorbidity Study found that the course of posttraumatic stress disorder is best described as follows:

a. The person fully recovers.
b. Symptoms tend to diminish gradually.
c. Most people with PTSD report symptoms of the disorder 10 years later.
d. PTSD usually leads to severe alcohol and drug problems.


Answer: b.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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