Quiz: Complex Trauma and Sexual Abuse
Due Nov 30 at 11:59pm
Points 50
Questions 25
Time Limit 60 Minutes
Instructions
The quiz:
Covers the Learn material from Modules 5 - 6: Weeks 5 - 6.
Contains 25 multiple-choice questions.
Is limited to 60 minutes.
Allows 1 attempt.
Is worth 50 points.
The questions are randomized, so contents of each quiz will differ from those taken by other students.
Each quiz will be open-book/open-notes.
Submit this assignment by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on Sunday of Module 6: Week 6.
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Question 1
2 / 2 pts
Which of the following is true about the stages of recovery for sexual assault victims:
Denial is a stage victims quickly recover from, since the trauma of sexual assault is so severe.
Most blaming is typically directed at the victimizer.
At some point, pain demands a reaction. For victims of sexual assault, this reaction is usually anger.
Anger is the final stage of healing, if channeled appropriately.
Question 2
2 / 2 pts
LATEST Attempt 1 19 minutes 50 out of 50
According to Dr. Lyles, what is an example of the fourth diagnostic criteria of being constantly alert or on guard?
Assuming the worst
An impending sense of doom
Hypervigilance
All of the above
Question 3
2 / 2 pts
Most child maltreatment occurs _______ .
in school
in the community
at home
at church
Question 4
2 / 2 pts
Which of the following statements about body shame is untrue?
Some trauma survivors may seek perfection through excessive cosmetic surgery.
Some trauma survivors may punish themselves by gaining or losing large amounts of weight.
Some trauma survivors may punish themselves with deliberate disfigurement.
Some trauma survivors may punish themselves through excessive use of cosmetics.
Question 5
2 / 2 pts
PTSD can hide in the shadows of other kinds of problems. These problems are known as
Common challenges
Co-existing conditions
Dissociative symptoms
Both A and C
Question 6
2 / 2 pts
The disruption of the normal integration of experience as a response to trauma or stressful experiences is called
amnesia
dissociation
depersonalization
going walkabout
Question 7
2 / 2 pts
An early researcher postulated a link between childhood sexual abuse and psychiatric illness, which he later disavowed.
Janet
Kardiner
Freud
Babinski
Question 8
2 / 2 pts
Shame is a
cognitively controlled emotion
externally controlled emotion
physically controlled emotion
socially controlled emotion
Question 9
2 / 2 pts
Which of the following resolves within a month's time?
Acute Stress Disorder
Acute PTSD
Chronic PTSD
Delayed onset of PTSD
Question 10
2 / 2 pts
According to Dr. Lyles, what is an example of the second diagnostic criteria of repeatedly thinking about the trauma?
Numbing of general responsiveness
Avoidance of activities, places, or people
Feeling detached or estranged from others
Recurrent, upsetting dreams
Question 11
2 / 2 pts
Recent research points to a mixture of both positive and negative outcomes following interpersonal
trauma. The following is true:
Negative outcomes far outweigh positive outcomes.
Post-traumatic growth can lead to positive change, a greater appreciation for life, and spiritual development.
Posttraumatic empathy is a result of spiritual development that began before the trauma.
Positive outcomes are only possible when one focuses on possessing a nonjudgmental stance toward pain in one's life.
Question 12
2 / 2 pts
Which of the following dangers is least likely to affect a counselor just starting out?
Vicarious traumatization
Compassion fatigue
Burnout
Secondary traumatic stress
Question 13
2 / 2 pts
Which of the following is not classified as self-harm?
Increase of pleasurable feelings
Lack of self-care
Abuse of alcohol or drugs
Cutting or burning oneself
Question 14
2 / 2 pts
Which of the following was not given in the presentation as being a traumatic event that could lead to the development of PTSD in
a person?
Natural disasters
Rape or sexual molestation
Relationship disagreements
Automobile accidents
Question 15
2 / 2 pts
Chu includes several studies which indicate that _____ is/are widespread in our society and internationally, and is perpetrated on
both boys and girls.
physical abuse
sexual abuse
neither physical abuse nor sexual abuse
both physical abuse and sexual abuse
Question 16
2 / 2 pts
When considering the stages of recovery for sexual assault victims, the following is true:
"Anger and blaming" is typically the first stage of the healing process for victims of rape.
"Shock and disarray" is typically the first stage of the healing process.
During "Shock" the victim's speech will never make sense.
Shock and anger will never last more than 2 days.
Question 17
2 / 2 pts
Traumatic grief is grief that has been tied to
the loss of a significant
other.
prolonged over many years.
acknowledged to others.
tied to a death.
Question 18
2 / 2 pts
When setbacks in the therapeutic relationship occur, it is best for clients to ignore the
issue and press on.
stop everything and talk with the counselor.
talk things over with a trusted family member.
go back to the basic skills they learned.
Question 19
2 / 2 pts
According to Sanderson, which of the following is true about intimacy?
It increases dependence.
It increases shame.
It increases uncertainty
It increases resilience
Question 20
2 / 2 pts
Which of the following is not a significant area of the client's life in which post-traumatic growth may be seen?
sense of personal strength
getting closer to other people
spiritual development
restricting possibilities to reduce risk.
Question 21
2 / 2 pts
Which of the following statements about shame and guilt are untrue?
There is no channel through which to release shame.
Anger can be released through physical action.
Shame can be released through public confession.
Sadness can be released through tears.
Question 22
2 / 2 pts
Which of the following is not true regarding diagnostic criteria for PTSD symptoms?
Symptoms usually begin within three months of the trauma
Symptoms must occur for over six months
Symptoms must inhibit a person from living a normal life.
None of the above
Question 23
2 / 2 pts
Which of the ground rules for a healthy sexual relationship did Sanderson indicate was particularly important for trauma survivors?
The amount of sexual interaction is important.
Hugs and cuddles are merely an expression of affection.
All physical contact should lead to sex.
You should never say "no" to your sexual partner.
Question 24
2 / 2 pts
In a study reported by Chu, nearly 60% reported that their physical and/or sexual abuse first occurred prior to the age of
5
7
9
11
Question 25
2 / 2 pts
Using their _____ will restore a client's trust in themselves.
own internal locus of control
relationships with others
trust in their religious beliefs
acceptance of the concept of fate
Quiz Score: 50 out of 50
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