Which of the following people is LEAST likely to develop PTSD?

A) Anna,who was burglarized and has a history of anxiety
B) Bill,who experienced war trauma and has higher-than-normal activity in the amygdala when he views traumatic images
C) Stan,who experienced a mugging but has no history of PTSD in his family
D) Jessica,who was recently assaulted and has a twin sister with PTSD

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Mohamed Khalid · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : C, Explanation :  While any individual can develop PTSD after a traumatic event, those with a family history of PTSD or a personal history of anxiety or depression are at higher risk. Additionally, individuals with higher activity in the amygdala (a region of the brain involved in emotional processing) may be more susceptible to developing PTSD. Therefore, out of the given options, Stan, who has no PTSD family history and has experienced a mugging (which is less likely to result in PTSD than war trauma or assault), is the least likely to develop PTSD.

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