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Fostering Post-traumatic Growth in Trauma Survivors

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1.  The process of adapting well in the face of adversity, trauma, tragedy, threats or significant sources of stress is:
  1. the ability to develop a higher purpose after adversity or trauma
  2. Thriving following a traumatic event
  3. Posttraumatic Growth
  4. Resilience
2.  Which of the following is TRUE about posttraumatic growth (PTG)?
  1. PTG is the process of adapting well in the face of adversity, trauma, tragedy, threats or significant sources of stress
  2. PTG is more commonly found in greater levels with minor traumatic experiences
  3. PTG is psychological transformation and positive change experienced as a result of the struggle with a major life crisis or traumatic event
  4. PTG is only possible in adults.
3.  PTG is BEST described as:
  1. Thriving following a major life crisis or traumatic event
  2. Surviving a traumatic event or major life crisis
  3. Full recovery from a traumatic event
  4. Decreased cognitive functioning as a result of experiencing a major life crisis or traumatic event
4.  Which of the following is an important consideration when assessing PTG in racial/ethnic minorities?
  1. The level of impact a traumatic experience has had on their identity
  2. Assessing their openness to seeking outside help
  3. Assessing their readiness for change following a traumatic event
  4. Assessing if they meet DSM 5 criteria for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder
5.  Which of the following is NOT assessed by the PTG Inventory?
  1. Appreciation of life
  2. Personal strength
  3. Coping skills
  4. Spiritual change
6.  Which of the following is something you should avoid doing when assessing for PTG?
  1. Listen to their experience
  2. Validate their experience
  3. Reinforce that they are a victim
  4. None of the above
7.  Which of the following is an example of a way to increase PTG in young children and families?
  1. Encouraging parents to teach and model coping skills
  2. Play Therapy
  3. Consistency and routine
  4. All of the above
8.  Which of the following was NOT listed as a problematic thinking pattern that could be addressed by CBT to promote PTG?
  1. Blaming
  2. Catastrophizing
  3. Fortune telling
  4. Threat scanning
9.  Which of the following is NOT an important component of Psychological First Aid?
  1. Information gathering
  2. Provided weeks or months after an incident
  3. Safety and comfort
  4. Link with services
10.  Which of the following is NOT a recommended way to foster PTG in teens and adults?
  1. Meaning Making
  2. Gratitude
  3. Narrative
  4. Victim Mentality

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