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madam-professor

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Nancy, a 58 year old accountant, was robbed at knifepoint and then savagely beaten while visiting Atlanta, GA last year. Since that time, she has slept poorly, eaten sparsely, and has recurring bad dreams and intrusive memories of her assault. Based on
 
  this information, it is likely that her diagnosis is ___________.
 
  a) Generalized Anxiety Disorder.
  b) Depressive Disorder.
  c) Posttraumatic Stress Disorder.
  d) Acute Trauma Disorder.
  e) Specific Phobia.
  f ) Adjustment Disorder.

Question 2

Frances is hearing voices that she is certain aren't real. Sometimes the voices say acceptable things, but other times the voices say very disturbing things. She sought treatment, and has been provided with medications. She has most likely been to see
 
  a ________.
 
  a) Social Worker.
  b) Psychiatrist
  c) He may have visited any of these professionals.
  d) Psychologist.


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Reply #1 on: Jun 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: c. Posttraumatic Stress Disorder.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: b


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