Table 2 Items representing PTSD symptoms and complex PTSD
Cluster | Test items |
|---|---|
PTSD symptoms | HTQ 2. Feeling as though the event is happening again HTQ 3. Recurrent nightmares HTQ 6. Being jumpy or easily startled HTQ 9. Feeling on guard HTQ 11. Avoiding activities that remind you of the traumatic or hurtful event HTQ 15. Avoiding thought or feelings associated with the traumatic or hurtful events |
Affect dysregulation | TSC 16. Temper outburst that you could not control |
TSC 14. Crying easily | |
Negative self-concept | TSC 28. Feelings of inferiority or insecurity |
TSC 29. Blaming yourself | |
Interpersonal problems | TSC 6. Feeling isolated from other people |
HTQ 27. Feeling that you have no one to rely upon |