Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

PTSD is a mental health condition that's triggered by a terrifying event—either experiencing it or witnessing it.

Full Overview

PTSD symptoms can vary in intensity over time. You may have more PTSD symptoms when you're stressed in general, or when you run into reminders of what you went through.

!Common Symptoms

  • • Intrusive memories or flashbacks
  • • Avoidance of places or people that remind you of the event
  • • Negative changes in thinking and mood
  • • Changes in physical and emotional reactions (being easily startled)

Start Your Healing Journey

Understanding is the first step. The second is professional support. Find a specialist who can help you manage or recover from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).

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