Shell Shock

What is another term for shell shock?

• PTSD

• Combat fatigue

• Battle stress

• War trauma

During which war was shell shock first widely recognized?

• Vietnam War

• American Civil War

• Cold War

• World War I

What are some common symptoms of shell shock?

• Headaches, muscle weakness, chest pain

• Memory loss, insomnia, appetite loss

• Fatigue, tremors, confusion, nightmares, irritability

• Dizziness, hallucinations, euphoria

How was shell shock initially perceived by the military?

• As a result of poor training techniques

• As a temporary physical ailment

• As a strategic advantage in battle

• As a sign of weakness or lack of discipline

Who is credited with pioneering the treatment of shell shock?

• Dr. Michael Brown

• Dr. Charles Samuel Myers

• Dr. John Smith

• Dr. Emily Johnson

What role did Sigmund Freud play in the understanding of shell shock?

• Freud believed shell shock was caused by physical injuries only

• Freud proposed that shell shock was a psychological condition related to repressed trauma and unconscious conflicts.

• Freud claimed shell shock was a contagious disease

• Freud thought shell shock was a result of genetic predisposition

How did the perception of shell shock change over time?

• The perception of shell shock remained unchanged throughout history.

• The perception of shell shock changed from being seen as a sign of weakness to being recognized as a legitimate psychological response to trauma.

• Shell shock was initially considered a physical ailment, not a psychological condition.

• Shell shock was only recognized as a legitimate issue in recent years.

What are some modern terms used to describe shell shock?

• Battle Fatigue

• War Neurosis

• Shell Shock Syndrome

• PTSD, Combat Stress Reaction

How does PTSD relate to shell shock?

• PTSD is only experienced by military personnel, while shell shock can affect anyone.

• Shell shock is a term used for physical injuries, not mental health issues.

• PTSD is the modern term for what was historically known as shell shock.

• PTSD is a completely different condition from shell shock.

What measures are taken today to prevent and treat shell shock in military personnel?

• Yoga classes, aromatherapy, and acupuncture

• Encouraging soldiers to toughen up and suppress their emotions

• Mental health screenings, counseling services, therapy sessions, medication management, support groups, reducing stigma, and promoting help-seeking culture.

• Forcing soldiers to continue combat without breaks or rest