Table 2 PCL-C quantified form for frequency of different symptoms (N = 2987)
PCL-C symptoms | No. | % |
|---|---|---|
Re-experiencing symptoms | ||
1. Having upsetting memories about the trauma | 1722 | 57.6 |
2. Experiencing bad dreams and nightmares about the event | 966 | 32.3 |
3. Feeling as if the trauma were happening again | 1580 | 52.9 |
4. Getting depressed when reminded of the event | 1749 | 58.6 |
5. Reacting physically (e.g., sweating, heart racing, trouble breathing) when reminded of the trauma | 1030 | 34.5 |
Avoidance symptoms | ||
6. Avoiding trauma-related feelings, thoughts, or conversations | 1017 | 34.0 |
7. Avoiding places, activities, or people that reminded you of the traumatic event | 917 | 30.7 |
8. Trouble recalling important aspects of what happened during the trauma | 769 | 25.7 |
9. Losing interest in things you used to enjoy | 673 | 22.5 |
10. Feeling detached from other people | 626 | 21.0 |
11. Feeling emotionally numb | 406 | 13.6 |
12. Feeling as if your future will be cut short | 791 | 26.5 |
Arousal symptoms | ||
13. Difficulty falling or staying asleep | 1245 | 41.7 |
14. Experiencing irritability or outbursts of anger | 1353 | 45.3 |
15. Trouble focusing on tasks | 1781 | 59.6 |
16. Feeling constantly alert or always on the lookout for danger | 1463 | 49.0 |
17. Difficulty tolerating and/or easily startled by loud noises | 1044 | 35.0 |