Rather than be considered as part of the avoidance cluster of symptoms,the DSM-5 considers numbing symptoms such as feeling distant from others to be part of the ___________ category.
A)Negative alterations in cognition and mood
B)Re-experiencing the trauma
C)Increased social withdrawal
D)Decreased arousal and increased reactivity

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The DSM-5 categorizes numbing symptoms such as feeling distant from others under the Negative alterations in cognition and mood category, which includes symptoms such as persistent negative emotional states, feelings of detachment or estrangement from others, persistent inability to experience positive emotions, and distorted cognitions about the cause or consequences of the traumatic event.

Rather Than Be Considered as Part of the Avoidance Cluster