What are the main clinical features of Acute stress disorder?

• intrusive thoughts e.g. flashbacks, nightmares
• dissociation e.g. 'being in a daze', time slowing
• negative mood
• avoidance
• arousal e.g. hypervigilance, sleep disturbance

What is the management of Acute stress disorder?

• trauma-focused cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) is usually used first-line
• benzodiazepines (only for acute symptoms)

What is Acute stress disorder?

acute stress reaction that occurs in the first 4 weeks after a person has been exposed to a traumatic event

What is the main difference between Acute stress disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder?

Acute stress disorder is diagnosed within 4 weeks of the event and post-traumatic stress disorder is diagnosed 4 weeks after