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Psychological Responses to Trauma and Fear Quiz

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Which of the following is a common psychological response to trauma?

Apathy

Explanation

Emotional detachment and lack of interest or concern.

Which hormone, often referred to as the 'stress hormone,' is released in response to traumatic or stressful situations?

Cortisol

Explanation

Hormone released during stress to regulate bodily responses.

What is the term for a therapeutic approach that involves exposing individuals to their traumatic memories in a controlled and safe environment?

Exposure Therapy

Explanation

Treatment method involving gradual confrontation of traumatic memories.

Which factor is NOT considered a protective factor against the development of trauma-related disorders?

Genetic predisposition

Explanation

Inherent biological inclination not inherently protective.

Which psychological theory suggests that individuals may engage in maladaptive behaviors as a way to protect themselves from the anxiety and distress associated with repressed thoughts and memories?

Psychoanalysis

Explanation

Therapeutic approach exploring unconscious conflicts.

What is the fight-or-flight response?

The body's reaction to stress, preparing to confront or flee a threat

Explanation

Physiological reaction triggering readiness for confrontation or escape.

Which neurotransmitter is often associated with the regulation of mood and stress responses?

Serotonin

Explanation

Neurotransmitter linked to mood stabilization and stress modulation.

Which psychological disorder is characterized by intrusive thoughts, nightmares, and hyperarousal following a traumatic event?

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Explanation

Psychological condition marked by trauma-induced symptoms.

What is the role of the amygdala in the brain's response to fear and trauma?

It is involved in the emotional response, particularly fear

Explanation

Brain structure contributing to emotional processing, notably fear.

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What is the term for the psychological process of re-experiencing a traumatic event, often through intrusive memories or flashbacks?

Reliving

Explanation

Recollection of trauma as if it is occurring again.

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What is the term for the psychological defense mechanism where unacceptable thoughts are pushed into the unconscious?

Repression

Explanation

Process of unconsciously blocking distressing thoughts or memories.

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In the context of trauma, what does the term 'hypervigilance' refer to?

Increased alertness and sensitivity to potential threats

Explanation

Elevated state of awareness and responsiveness to danger signals.

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Which type of therapy is commonly used to treat trauma and PTSD by helping individuals process and integrate traumatic memories?

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

Explanation

Therapeutic method aiding in trauma memory reprocessing.

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What is the term for the phenomenon where individuals feel a sense of detachment from their own body or thoughts, often seen in response to trauma?

Depersonalization

Explanation

Experience of disconnection from self, common in trauma.

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In the context of trauma, what does the term 'resilience' refer to?

The ability to adapt and bounce back from adversity

Explanation

Capacity to recover and thrive despite adversity.

Psychological Responses to Trauma and Fear Quiz

Which of the following is a common psychological response to trauma?

Which hormone, often referred to as the 'stress hormone,' is released in response to traumatic or stressful situations?

What is the term for a therapeutic approach that involves exposing individuals to their traumatic memories in a controlled and safe environment?

Which factor is NOT considered a protective factor against the development of trauma-related disorders?

Which psychological theory suggests that individuals may engage in maladaptive behaviors as a way to protect themselves from the anxiety and distress associated with repressed thoughts and memories?

What is the fight-or-flight response?

Which neurotransmitter is often associated with the regulation of mood and stress responses?

Which psychological disorder is characterized by intrusive thoughts, nightmares, and hyperarousal following a traumatic event?

What is the role of the amygdala in the brain's response to fear and trauma?

What is the term for the psychological process of re-experiencing a traumatic event, often through intrusive memories or flashbacks?

What is the term for the psychological defense mechanism where unacceptable thoughts are pushed into the unconscious?

In the context of trauma, what does the term 'hypervigilance' refer to?

Which type of therapy is commonly used to treat trauma and PTSD by helping individuals process and integrate traumatic memories?

What is the term for the phenomenon where individuals feel a sense of detachment from their own body or thoughts, often seen in response to trauma?

In the context of trauma, what does the term 'resilience' refer to?

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