The procedures for the larger study of stress response are described in detail elsewhere.19 Briefly, the study included two in-person screening visits during which the diagnostic assessment and trauma assessments were completed, three laboratory test days spaced at least one week apart, and a 90-day follow-up visit. The sample for the present study was comprised of individuals who completed the laboratory test day in which the dexamethasone/corticotropin releasing hormone test was conducted as part of the larger study. Of the 51 participants, 37 (72.5%) remained in the study through the 90-day follow-up.
