Acute stress response refers to a transient mental disorder that occurs after an individual is suddenly exposed to a strong mental stimulus or traumatic event. This reaction usually begins within minutes to hours and usually lasts less than a week, and common symptoms in patients are:
1.Mood changes: Patients usually experience emotional changes such as low mood, depression, anxiety, fear, restlessness, and even emotional numbness, helplessness, and hopelessness.
2.Impairment of consciousness: patients may present with confusion, confusion, difficulty concentrating, memory loss, and in severe cases, coma or loss of consciousness.
3.Behavioral changes: Patients may experience behavioral abnormalities such as restlessness, aggression, self-harm, or risky behaviors such as suicide.
4.Physiological reactions: Patients may have physiological reactions such as shortness of breath, sweating, rapid heartbeat, headache, and stomach pain.
5.Sleep disorders: Patients may experience sleep disorders such as insomnia, dreams, and nightmares, resulting in decreased sleep quality.
It is important to note that the symptoms of acute stress vary from individual to individual, with some people experiencing certain symptoms while others may have no noticeable symptoms. If an individual experiences the above symptoms after suffering from a mental stimulus or traumatic event, it is advisable to seek the help of a medical professional for diagnosis and **.
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