It helps person free self for life without the other person b. A survivor's adjustment may be affected for many months depressive symptoms usually most severe in first two months by one year, functioning is typically relatively normal C. Stress from divorce or separation 1. The loss of intimate relationship is a potent stressor a. The disaster syndrome a. Casual factors in Posttraumatic stress a.
Some people successfully handle disasters b.
The trauma of rape 1. Stranger rape vs. acquaintance rape 2. Husband and boyfriend reactions may signal rejection and blaming 4. Atypical behaviors including aggression e. Interference in social relations 5. Reconstitution phase 6.