If someone is having intrusive memories, recurrent disturbing dreams, or momentary flashbacks of a traumatic event such as being pursued by an attacker, the individual is most likely experiencing which of the following common features of traumatic stress disorders?
A) Re-experiencing the trauma
B) Emotional distress and impaired functioning
C) Heightened arousal
D) Emotional numbing

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Re-experiencing the trauma, also known as "intrusive symptoms," is one of the common features of traumatic stress disorders, including PTSD. These symptoms include intrusive memories, recurrent disturbing dreams, or momentary flashbacks of the traumatic event.

If Someone Is Having Intrusive Memories, Recurrent Disturbing Dreams, or Momentary