What is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a disorder in which a person has difficulty recovering after experiencing or witnessing a terrifying event. It is very common with more than 3 million US cases per year. It is treatable by a medical professional who diagnose you. The condition may last months or years, with triggers that can bring back memories of the trauma accompanied by intense emotional and physical reactions. Symptoms may include nightmares or unwanted memories of the trauma, avoidance of situations that bring back memories of the trauma, heightened reactions, anxiety, or depressed mood. Treatment includes different types of trauma-focused psychotherapy as well as medications to manage symptoms. Consult a doctor for medical advice
Symptoms
- Behavioral: agitation, irritability, hostility, hypervigilance, self-destructive behavior, or social isolation
- Mood: loss of interest or pleasure in activities, guilt, or loneliness
- Psychological: flashback, fear, severe anxiety, or mistrust
- Sleep: insomnia or nightmares
Treatment
- Clinical psychologist and Psychiatrist
- Cognitive behavioral therapy and Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing
- Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI)
