Studies have suggested that reexperiencing a traumatic event can become an addiction of sorts.The evidence suggests that the reason for this is which?
A)People with PTSD often have addictive personalities.
B)Perpetuating the traumatic experience yields secondary gains.
C)The reexperiencing of trauma enhances production of endogenous opioid peptides.
D)People with PTSD often have concurrent substance abuse issues.

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The reexperiencing of trauma can lead to an increase in the production of endogenous opioid peptides, which are the body's natural painkillers. This process can create a form of addiction to the trauma reexperiencing, as the body seeks the relief provided by these opioids.

Studies Have Suggested That Reexperiencing a Traumatic Event Can Become