Acute Stress Disorder (ASD)
Acute Stress Disorder (ASD) ( 6 Questions)
Urging the client to "face their fears and confront that place" might overwhelm them and exacerbate their distress. Gradual exposure is a more effective approach in managing anxiety related to trauma.
While avoidance might provide temporary relief, it reinforces the fear and prevents the client from processing the traumatic memory. Encouraging avoidance can contribute to the persistence of their symptoms.
Gradual exposure is indeed a recommended therapeutic technique, but directly telling the client to "gradually expose themselves" might not be well received. Collaboration and guidance are important in this process.
This response acknowledges the client's distress and suggests a collaborative approach to coping with their feelings. It opens the door for discussing coping strategies and potentially seeking professional help.
Choice A rationale:
Urging the client to "face their fears and confront that place" might overwhelm them and exacerbate their distress. Gradual exposure is a more effective approach in managing anxiety related to trauma.
Choice B rationale:
While avoidance might provide temporary relief, it reinforces the fear and prevents the client from processing the traumatic memory. Encouraging avoidance can contribute to the persistence of their symptoms.
Choice C rationale:
Gradual exposure is indeed a recommended therapeutic technique, but directly telling the client to "gradually expose themselves" might not be well received. Collaboration and guidance are important in this process.
Choice D rationale:
This response acknowledges the client's distress and suggests a collaborative approach to coping with their feelings. It opens the door for discussing coping strategies and potentially seeking professional help.