After returning from the Iraq war, Caddell was plagued by nightmares of the attacks for months. In addition, he avoided anything associated with the war and was hypervigilant for danger. Caddell might have ________.
A) acute stress disorder.
B) a mood disorder
C) obsessive-compulsive disorder
D) posttraumatic stress disorder

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Caddell's symptom of nightmares, avoidance, and hypervigilance indicate that he may be suffering from posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). PTSD is a mental health disorder that can develop after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event, such as combat, and is characterized by a range of symptoms including intrusive thoughts or memories, avoidance of trauma-related stimuli, and hyperarousal. Acute stress disorder (A), a mood disorder (B), and obsessive-compulsive disorder (C) may share some similar symptoms with PTSD but are not specific to experiencing a traumatic event.

After Returning from the Iraq War, Caddell Was Plagued by Nightmares