The DSM-5 places PTSD in the trauma-related disorders section, and describes eight Criteria needed for a PTSD diagnosis. Select each criterion below to reveal the descriptions.

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Criterion A

Criterion A – Exposure to a traumatic stressor

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Criterion B

Criterion B – Intrusion symptoms (1 required)

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Criterion C

Criterion C – Avoidance symptoms (1 required)

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Criterion D

Criterion D – Negative changes in cognitions and mood (2 required)

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Criterion E

Criterion E – Changes in arousal and reactivity symptoms (2 required)

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Criterion F

Criterion F – Duration of at least one month

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Criterion G

Criterion G – Significant distress or impairment of functioning

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Criterion H

Criterion H – Not attributable to substance use or another medical condition

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