When Saleem returned from combat in the Kargil War, he began experiencing high anxiety that has persisted without any improvement. This example illustrates which anxiety related disorder?
Correct answer: B. post - traumatic stress
- A. panic
- B. post - traumatic stress
- C. phobia
- D. obsessive - compulsive
Explanation
Post-traumatic stress disorder can follow combat or another severe trauma and involves persistent anxiety, fear, intrusive memories, avoidance, or heightened arousal. Panic attacks, phobias, and obsessions do not specifically require a traumatic event.
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