cause od PTSD can vary from person to person, but it's always caused by some kind of trauma. This is not an exhaustive list, only some examples- Rape, war, domestic violence, bullying, witnessing violence (directly or indirectly), car accidents, ect.
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
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.
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.
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.
A substance abuse disorder.
People suffering from acute stress disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder , or other emotional disorders related to abuse
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
You are probably referring to Serepax which is the brand-name for oxazepam, a benzodiazepam. Benzos are often used for anxiety, insomia, seizures and alcohol withdrawal. Serepax has also been used off-label to treat social phobia and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD).