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Table 3 Reactions observed amongst the 64 women evaluated with the Trauma Screening Questionnaire, June 2004, Brazzaville, Republic of Congo

From: Evaluation of psychological support for victims of sexual violence in a conflict setting: results from Brazzaville, Congo

 

Presence of reaction

 

n

%

Re-experiencing symptoms

  

Upsetting thoughts or memories about the event that have come into your mind against your will

26

40.6

Upsetting dreams about the event

5

7.8

Acting or feeling as though the event were happening again

1

1.6

Feeling upset by reminders of the event

17

26.6

Bodily reaction when reminded of the event

5

7.8

Arousal symptoms

  

Difficulty falling or staying asleep

17

26.6

Irritability or outbursts of anger

24

37.5

Difficulty concentrating

10

15.9

Heightened awareness of potential dangers to yourself or others

28

43.8

Being jumpy or being startled at something unexpected

0

0.0