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 |