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Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is an anxiety disorder that an individual can receive after experiencing a traumatizing/horrific event (hence the "post", which means "after"), such as war or abuse. As a result, individuals with PTSD have trouble going about their daily lives because they have recurring images and thoughts that deal with the event. For instance, seeing an object that was present at the time of the ordeal might spark fear and uncomfort, or individuals might constantly get nightmares of the memory.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 14y agoThe symptoms include:
1. Difficulty sleeping or over-sleeping.
2. Over-eating or under-eating
3. An aversion to being touched or being approached without warning especially from the back.
4. Trouble concentrating
5. Flashbacks to experience that caused the trauma
6. Nightmares
7. Headaches
8. Feeling like the experience happened to someone else while you were observing it.
9. Not being able to remember the entire incident.
10. Emotional detachment from incident.
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∙ 12y agoPost means 'after', traumatic means 'emotionally upsetting', and stress means 'a trigger that affects'.
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder means that an emotionally upsetting event has occurred and the victim has great difficulty coping with it after the fact. It will affect the person for months, or even years.
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What do people who exhibit symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder have in common?
A substance abuse disorder.
What are symptoms of Holden caulfield?
Some of his symptoms are depression, bipolar disorder, self-esteem, and post traumatic stress.
What are some symptoms of psd?
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder is a serious disorder which is the result of a traumatic experience. Symptoms include flashbacks and nightmares. Rapid heart rate, muscle tension and sweating are also symptoms.
What signs of and symptoms of post traumatic stress disorder?
A sense of personal isolation and chronic anxiety
Are signs and symptoms of post traumatic stress disorder?
A sense of personal isolation and chronic anxiety
What are long term symptoms of stress reaction?
Long term symptoms of stress reaction can be varied. They can include depression, sleep disorder, weight loss or gain, irritability and substance abuse. Symptoms are as varied as the individuals involved in the stressors.
What is adjustment disorder?
An adjustment disorder is a disorder of individuals who cannot adjust to a certain force upon their life, such as a major life event. The disorder may be accompanied by depression, anxiety, or traumatic stress symptoms.
What is an adjustment disorder?
An adjustment disorder is a disorder of individuals who cannot adjust to a certain force upon their life, such as a major life event. The disorder may be accompanied by depression, anxiety, or traumatic stress symptoms.
What is the major difference between bipolar and acute stress disorder?
Bipolar disorder is a chemical imbalance in the brain. The symptoms of bipolar disorder are characterized by changes of mood ranging from severe depression to a manic uncontrollable high. Acute stress disorder is the result of a psychological shock that stems from severe trauma.
What does post-traumatic stress disorder feel like?
PTSD symptoms are distinct and prolonged stress reactions that naturally occur during a highly stressful event.
Is it possible to have a post-traumatic stress disorder that varies in severity of symptoms?
Yes, it is possible to have a mild PTSD-like reaction following less severe stress.
What are post-traumatic stress disorder and acute stress disorder?
symptomatic reactions to extreme traumatic stressors (war, natural or transportation disasters, criminal assault, abuse, hostage situations, etc.) and differ chiefly in the time frame in which the symptoms develop
