Which treatment is listed for Acute Stress Disorder in the material?

• A. CBT
• B. Hypnosis
• C. Psychodynamic
• D. Electroconvulsive Therapy

Answer: (A)

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is listed as a treatment for Acute Stress Disorder because trauma-focused CBT has the strongest evidence for reducing ASD symptoms and helping people regain functioning soon after a traumatic event. The approach typically includes psychoeducation, anxiety management, gradual exposure to trauma memories or reminders, and cognitive restructuring to challenge dysfunctional beliefs, all of which target the fear and avoidance driving ASD symptoms. Early intervention with this form of therapy can shorten symptom duration and may lower the risk of developing PTSD later on.

Other options aren’t highlighted as standard ASD treatments in the material. Hypnosis lacks robust, consistent evidence for ASD; psychodynamic therapy is not the go-to short-term intervention for acute post-trauma symptoms, and Electroconvulsive Therapy is reserved for severe mood or psychotic conditions, not Acute Stress Disorder.