Stress Disorders and Trauma Effects Quiz

Test your knowledge on trauma psychology with questions about PTSD symptoms, therapy approaches, neurotransmitters, and more.

#1

What is the primary symptom of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)?

Hypertension
Flashbacks
Insomnia
Headaches
#2

Which hormone is often referred to as the 'stress hormone' and is released in response to a perceived threat?

Insulin
Cortisol
Melatonin
Estrogen
#3

Which neurotransmitter is often associated with the body's 'fight or flight' response to stress?

Serotonin
Dopamine
Norepinephrine
GABA
#4

Which of the following is a common symptom of Acute Stress Disorder (ASD)?

Flashbacks
Chronic pain
Hypertension
Insomnia
#5

Which phase of stress response involves the body's attempt to restore balance after the stressor has been removed?

Alarm
Resistance
Exhaustion
Recovery
#6

Which neurotransmitter is often associated with stress and anxiety?

Dopamine
Serotonin
Endorphins
GABA
#7

What is the term for the phenomenon where a person is unable to recall an important aspect of a traumatic event?

Amnesia
Dissociation
Regression
Suppression
#8

What is the term for the psychological process of making an event seem less threatening by attributing positive qualities to it?

Rationalization
Positive reframing
Minimization
Sublimation
#9

In the context of trauma, what does the acronym PTSD stand for?

Post-Traumatic Sleep Disorder
Primary Trauma Symptom Diagnosis
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Psychological Trauma and Stress Diagnosis
#10

What is the term for the phenomenon where a person avoids thoughts, feelings, or reminders associated with a traumatic event?

Avoidance
Suppression
Compartmentalization
Avoidant coping
#11

In the context of trauma, what does the acronym C-PTSD stand for?

Critical Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Chronic Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Cognitive Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
#12

Which therapy approach is commonly used in the treatment of trauma-related disorders?

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Psychoanalysis
Humanistic Therapy
Existential Therapy
#13

What is the term for a psychological defense mechanism where a person separates thoughts and feelings from the awareness of their traumatic experience?

Denial
Projection
Displacement
Dissociation
#14

Which type of trauma involves repeated and prolonged exposure to distressing events, such as domestic violence or child abuse?

Acute Trauma
Complex Trauma
Vicarious Trauma
Chronic Trauma
#15

What is the term for the phenomenon where a person experiences sensory flashbacks or hallucinations related to a traumatic event?

Hyperarousal
Intrusive memories
Derealization
Hypervigilance
#16

Which brain region is often associated with the emotional regulation and fear response in the context of trauma?

Amygdala
Hippocampus
Frontal Cortex
Thalamus
#17

What is the term for the persistent negative beliefs about oneself or the world that may result from a traumatic experience?

Intrusive thoughts
Cognitive distortions
Negative schema
Rumination

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