Research on the likelihood of developing PTSD following a traumatic event finds that

A) PTSD victims tend to have a smaller than average hippocampus.
B) PTSD victims tend to have a larger than average hippocampus.
C) genetics play no role in PTSD.
D) the intensity of PTSD is negatively correlated with its duration.

PTSD Victims

Individuals who suffer from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, a mental health condition triggered by experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event.

Hippocampus

A major component of the brain located in the temporal lobe, crucial for memory formation and spatial navigation.

Genetics

The exploration of genetic inheritance and the differences in traits passed down through generations.