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Q: 38. The posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) prevalence rates of U.S. veterans returning home from the war in Vietnam was directly related to their?
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What does the prefix post usually mean?

After - as in POSTtraumatic stress disorder


How many schizotypal patients living in US?

The prevalence of schizotypal personality disorder is estimated to range from 0.6% to 5.1%, with a median rate of about 3% of the nonclinical population. In a clinical sample of psychiatric patients, the prevalence ranged from 2.0% to 64%, with a median prevalence of 17.5%. This wide variation in prevalence rates may reflect the controversy surrounding the classification of schizotypal disorder as a separate personality disorder, instead of a component of schizophrenia.


Is PDS a brain disorder?

PDS is not a brain disorder, but an acronym for a test to screen for Posttramatic Stress Disorder, which is considered an anxiety disorder (so yes, it is a brain disorder) PDS stands for "Posttraumatic Stress Diagnostic Scale." At least, if you're referring to the same acronym I think you are.


What is the prevalence of drug induced myopathy?

Incidence and prevalence of DIM are unknown. Myopathy caused by corticosteroids is the most common disorder, and it is more common in women.


What is the prevalence of autism spectrum disorder now?

1 in 100 of the population have autistic spectrum disorder. 0.2% are female, and 1.8% are male.


Two years after surviving a plane crash Randy is still having flashbacks and sleep problems It is most likely that Randy is suffering from?

PTSD/Posttraumatic stress disorder


Two years after surviving a plane crash Randy is still having flashbacks and sleep problems. It is most likely that Randy is suffering from .?

PTSD/Posttraumatic stress disorder


Does bipolar disorder effect men or women more?

The prevalence rate of bipolar disorder appears to be equal among men and women


How does posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) differ from combat operational stress reactions (COSRs)?

PTSD has specific chronological requirements and symptom markers that must be satisfied in order to diagnose


Is bipolar disorder prevalence equal among men and woman?

Yes, bipolar disorder affects men and women in about equal numbers but it manifests in different ways between the sexes.


What is the percentage of people who have bipolar disorder?

Estimates as to the worldwide prevalence of bipolar disorder are mixed. It is thought there is a lifelong prevalence rate of about 0.3-1.5% internationally for bipolar disorder. According to Merikangas et al, using World Health Organization information, it's about 0.6% for bipolar I, 0.4% for bipolar II and about 1.4% subthreashold bipolar disorder.Comparatively, in the United States, the lifelong prevalence for bipolar disorder is thought to be from 1-1.6%. This is broken down into 1% for bipolar I, 1.1% for bipolar II and about 2.4-4.7% subthreashold bipolar disorder. It is not known why bipolar disorder (especially subthreashold) appears more frequently in the United States.References: Medscape Reference - http://emedicine.medscape.com/article/286342-overview#showallEstimates as to the worldwide prevalence of bipolar disorder are mixed. It is thought there is a lifelong prevalence rate of about 0.3-1.5% internationally for bipolar disorder. According to Merikangas et al, using World Health Organization information, it's about 0.6% for bipolar I, 0.4% for bipolar II and about 1.4% subthreashold bipolar disorder.Comparatively, in the United States, the lifelong prevalence for bipolar disorder is thought to be from 1-1.6%. This is broken down into 1% for bipolar I, 1.1% for bipolar II and about 2.4-4.7% subthreashold bipolar disorder. It is not known why bipolar disorder (especially subthreashold) appears more frequently in the United States.References: Medscape Reference - http://emedicine.medscape.com/article/286342-overview#showall


Does Zoloft help with anxiety and concentration?

From the manufacturer (Pfizer): Zoloft is FDA approved to treat depression, certain types of social anxiety conditions, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) in adults over age 18. It is also approved for OCD in children and adolescents age 6-17 years.