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Table 6 Standardised factor loadings for the Anhedonia model

From: A factor analytic investigation of DSM-5 PTSD symptoms in a culturally diverse sample of refugees resettled in Australia

PTSD Symptoms

Anhedonia model

Re-experiencing

 B1: Recurrent thoughts of trauma

.84

 B2: Recurrent dreams of trauma

.87

 B3: Flashbacks

.87

 B4: Psychological cue reactivity

.97

 B5: Physiological cue reactivity

.92

Avoidance

 C1: Avoidance of thoughts of trauma

.90

 C2: Avoidance of reminders of trauma

.90

Negative Affect

 D1: Trauma-related amnesia

.70

 D2: Negative beliefs

.78

 D3: Distorted blame

.77

 D4: Persistent negative emotional state

.87

Anhedonia

 D5: Diminished interest in activities

.78

 D6: Feelings of detachment from others

.80

 D7: Inability to experience positive emotions

.85

Dysphoric Arousal

 E1: Irritability or anger

.83

 E2: Reckless or self-destructive behaviour

.81

 E5: Difficulty concentrating

.85

 E6: Sleeping difficulties

.88

Anxious Arousal

 E3: Hypervigilance

.88

 E4: Exaggerated startle response

.92

  1. N = 244. All factor loadings are statistically significant (p < .001)