Although many people tend to associate PTSD with war - related violence, it is actually the event which most often leads to a PTSD diagnosis
Correct answer: D. Rape
- A. Domestic violence
- B. Victims of robbery
- C. Car accident
- D. Rape
Explanation
Rape is among the traumatic events most strongly associated with later PTSD, with a higher conditional risk than many other traumas. Car accidents and robbery can also cause PTSD, but they are not usually identified as the leading event in this comparison.
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