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PSYCHOLOGICAL FIRSTAID EXAM 1 (GRADED
A+) CORRECT
SOLUTIONS!!
PFA
Evatee 10/4/24 PFA
,PSYCHOLOGICAL FIRST AID EXAM 1 (GRADED
A+) CORRECT SOLUTIONS!!
Individual Differences in Response to Traumatic Stress Answer - -severity
-specific symptoms
-timing of onset and length
-limitations of GOOD coping skills
-*NOT A SIGN OF WEAKNESS*
-hard to predict
Event is more traumatic when: Answer - -it's unexpected/ people are
unprepared
-many people die (children more so)
-event lasts a long time
-cause is unknown
-event is poignant
-impacts large area
-aftermath can be just as traumatic
-intensity of media coverage
-families are separated
-time of event/season
Factors to make event less stressful: Answer - -preparation
-training
-teamwork/cooperation
, -understanding reactions to traumatic stress
Traumatic events affect our whole selves Answer - -emotions
-body
-behavior
-thoughts
-spirit
Common reactions to traumatic stress: emotional Answer - -fear/anxiety
-sadness/worry/depression
-anger and irritability
-guilt (survivor's guilt)
-numb/disconnected from others (this one is concerning)
Common reactions to traumatic stress: physical Answer - -sleep difficulties
-gastrointestinal problems
-headache
-elevated heart rate
-elevated blood pressure
-elevated blood sugar
-with extended stress, suppression of the immune system
Common Reactions to Traumatic Stress - Behavioral Answer - -Family
difficulties
-physical, emotional abuse
-Substance use/abuse
-Being overprotective of family -Isolating oneself from others
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