Children experiencing abuse, the death of a parent, weak parental response to the event, a parent with PTSD symptoms, exposure to the event via the media all increase the possibility of PTSD.
After - as in POSTtraumatic stress disorder
PDS is not a brain disorder, but an acronym for a test to screen for Posttramatic Stress Disorder, which is considered an anxiety disorder (so yes, it is a brain disorder) PDS stands for "Posttraumatic Stress Diagnostic Scale." At least, if you're referring to the same acronym I think you are.
PTSD has specific chronological requirements and symptom markers that must be satisfied in order to diagnose
PTSD/Posttraumatic stress disorder
PTSD/Posttraumatic stress disorder
From the manufacturer (Pfizer): Zoloft is FDA approved to treat depression, certain types of social anxiety conditions, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) in adults over age 18. It is also approved for OCD in children and adolescents age 6-17 years.
tend to be more aggressive, angry, hostile, depressed, and have low self-esteem. Additionally, they exhibit fear, anxiety, and nightmares. Severe psychological problems may result in suicidal behavior or posttraumatic stress disorder
The main health risk in a tornado is injury resulting from flying or falling debris, falling trees, and collapsing buildings. People have also suffered heart attacks due to the stress of the event. A tornado may also affect a person's mental health. Some people develop posttraumatic stress disorder.
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a disorder that develops in some people who have experienced a shocking, scary, or dangerous event. It is natural to feel afraid during and after a traumatic situation. Fear triggers many split-second changes in the body to help defend against danger or to avoid it. Symptoms: Nightmare; Anger
Psychological injury refers to a psychological condition or psychological harm that is caused by an event that occurred or the act, or the failure to act of an individual. Some examples include Posttraumatic Stress Disorder or a concussion.
Binge eating disorder may develop as a response to anxiety, depression, stress, or as the after effect of another eating disorder.
Kim Tornvall Mueser has written: 'Treatment of posttraumatic stress disorder in special populations' -- subject(s): Stress Disorders, Post-Traumatic, Methods, Program Development, Post-traumatic stress disorder, Therapy, Cognitive Therapy, Vulnerable Populations, Complications, Dual diagnosis, Cognitive therapy