Psychological Responses to Crisis and Trauma Quiz

Joy is not typically associated with crisis or trauma; common responses include fear, anxiety, and sadness.

Repression is a defense mechanism where distressing thoughts or feelings are pushed out of conscious awareness to reduce anxiety.

Conformity refers to individuals adopting beliefs or behaviors of a group they identify with, often to reduce uncertainty or distress.

Euphoria is not a common symptom of PTSD; common symptoms include flashbacks, nightmares, hypervigilance, and avoidance behaviors.

Isolation, or withdrawing from others, is not typically considered a healthy coping mechanism in response to crisis and trauma; common coping strategies include seeking social support, problem-solving, and seeking professional help.

Acute stress reaction refers to immediate and temporary responses, such as anxiety and dissociation, following trauma.

Psychological first aid aims to promote resilience by providing immediate support and resources to cope with crisis and trauma.

Exploration is not one of the stages in the Kubler-Ross model; the model includes denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance.

Vicarious trauma refers to experiencing emotional distress after indirectly witnessing trauma, often seen in caregivers or first responders.

Weather conditions do not directly influence an individual's psychological response to crisis and trauma; factors include prior experiences, coping skills, and social support.

Social learning theory posits that individuals respond to crisis and trauma based on past experiences, observations, and learning.

Increased appetite is not a typical symptom of acute stress reaction; common symptoms include anxiety, dissociation, and emotional distress.

In the ABC model of crisis intervention, 'B' stands for behavior, focusing on the individual's actions and responses to the crisis.

Sense-making theory proposes that individuals seek to find coherence and meaning in their experiences, particularly during challenging times like crises.

All-or-nothing thinking, also known as black-and-white thinking, is a common cognitive distortion where individuals perceive situations in extremes, often seen in crisis or trauma.