Luke was a soldier who served in Afghanistan. He witnessed some horrific events and now suffers from post-traumatic stress disorder. PTSD is an example of which category of mental disorders?

a) Anxiety
b) Mood
Consider This: Fear and dread are common among this disorder.
LO 3.4: Identify the various mental disorders and their treatment for adults of different ages
c) Impulse control
Consider This: Fear and dread are common among this disorder.
LO 3.4: Identify the various mental disorders and their treatment for adults of different ages
d) Phobia
Consider This: Fear and dread are common among this disorder.
LO 3.4: Identify the various mental disorders and their treatment for adults of different ages


ANS: a

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