Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Psychology

Chapter

Psychological Disorders

Question:

Pankaj was witness to a serious accident that happened on a highway. He began experiencing flashbacks of the incident that was unable to stop. He felt restless even after 6 months of the incident. These symptoms are pointing towards _____ disorder.

Options:

Panic Attack

Post traumatic stress Disorder

Phobias

Obsessive compulsive Disorder

Correct Answer:

Post traumatic stress Disorder

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (2) → Post traumatic stress Disorder

Pankaj is experiencing persistent flashbacks, restlessness, and long-term psychological distress (even 6 months after the incident). These are classic symptoms of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), which occurs after witnessing or experiencing a traumatic event.