Since the war eight months ago, Henry, a 35-year-old soldier, has been experiencing flashbacks that causes him to relive the grievous experiences that he went through during the war. Henry is terrified of these flashback episodes and tries to avoid all reminders of the war. He refuses to talk about his feelings and avoids looking at his uniform. This anxiety interferes with Henry's sleep and social functioning. In the context of anxiety and anxiety-related disorders, it can be inferred that Henry is exhibiting the symptoms of:

a. post-traumatic stress disorder

b. obsessive-compulsive disorder

c. specific phobia

d. antisocial personality disorder

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Annabel Mora

Social Studies

14 September, 14:59

Since the war eight months ago, Henry, a 35-year-old soldier, has been experiencing flashbacks that causes him to relive the grievous experiences that he went through during the war. Henry is terrified of these flashback episodes and tries to avoid all reminders of the war. He refuses to talk about his feelings and avoids looking at his uniform. This anxiety interferes with Henry's sleep and social functioning. In the context of anxiety and anxiety-related disorders, it can be inferred that Henry is exhibiting the symptoms of:

a. post-traumatic stress disorder

b. obsessive-compulsive disorder

c. specific phobia

d. antisocial personality disorder

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Trevin Zavala · Answer 1

a. post-traumatic stress disorder

Explanation:

Post-traumatic stress disorder: In abnormal psychology, the term post-traumatic stress disorder is also referred to as PTSD. PTSD is a mental illness or mental health condition that can be caused due to terrifying incidents in life by either witnessing or experiencing it.

Symptoms: Severe anxiety, flashbacks, uncontrollable thoughts, and nightmares about the event.

Events associated with PTSD:

1. Serious accidents.

2. Sexual or physical assault.

3. Abuse (childhood or domestic).

4. Exposure to traumatic events.