What characterizes the stressful event and the reaction of someone experiencing posttraumatic stress disorder?

What will be an ideal response?

* The stressful event is far beyond our usual experience and would deeply disturb almost anyone.
* The primary symptom of posttraumatic disorder is experiencing intense fear while reliving a shocking event in dreams, flashbacks, or intrusive thoughts.
* Reactions often include anxiety and irritability, difficulty in concentrating, sleep disturbances, and guilt.

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Baby Ryan is attached to his mother. Which of the following statements MOST likely is true?

A. Ryan expects his mother to provide relief from distress. B. Ryan is surprised when his mother provides pleasure in social interaction. C. Ryan's mother has little time for contact comfort, but provides adequate physical comfort. D. Ryan is yet to develop an internal working model for attachment in the next few months.

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What are the names of Kohlberg_s six stages of moral reasoning?

What will be an ideal response?

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