This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Neurotic, Stress Related and Somatoform Disorders, Subject name: Psychiatry
All of the following are seen in post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), EXCEPT: 
Select and explain. 
A. Emotional numbing, B. Hallucinations, C. Hyper arousal, D. Flashbacks
B: Hallucinations
Answer: B: Hallucinations 
Explanation: It is a simple question if we understand the differentiation between neurotic and psychotic illness. PTSD is a neurotic disorder Hallucinations are a psychotic symptom Depression is the only illness that comes under neurotic illnesses but can develop psychotic symptoms . PTSD is characterized by: A.Intrusive symptoms- Re experiencing trauma in form of flashback, vivid dreams,nightmares B.Avoidance C.Arousal symptoms- Hypervigilance, insomnia, exaggerated stale response ,Emotional numbing and Anhedonia . Symptoms must last for 1 month to diagnose as PTSD.