PTSD - The causes, and cures
Many anxiety disorders, including social anxiety disorders, panic disorders and post traumatic stress disorder, can lead to mental and physical health problems.
Stephanie Laite Lanham has written: 'Recovering from traumatic stress' -- subject(s): Post-traumatic stress disorder, Mental health, Psychic trauma, Missionaries
I am not sure what you mean by "gone mad". Only a qualified mental health diagnostician can determine whether someone suffers from a mental health disorder and this, following lengthy tests and personal interviews. But abuse does have traumatic and adverse effects collectively known as PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder).
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is another name for shellshock, a mental health condition that can develop after experiencing a traumatic event. It is characterized by symptoms such as flashbacks, nightmares, and emotional distress.
We are not sure what your question is, but you might want to ask it of someone at your local mental health association.
Eric Newhouse has written: 'Faces of combat, PTSD and TBI' -- subject(s): Brain Injuries, Brain damage, Combat Disorders, Health Services Needs and Demand, Health services accessibility, Mental health care, Post-traumatic stress disorder, Stress Disorders, Post-Traumatic, Veterans
As of my last knowledge update in October 2023, Oprah Winfrey has openly discussed her traumatic experiences, including childhood abuse, but she has not publicly confirmed a diagnosis of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). She has focused on healing and personal growth through her experiences. Oprah often emphasizes the importance of mental health and has been an advocate for various mental health initiatives. However, without her direct statement on PTSD, one cannot definitively say whether she has it.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder is a mental health condition that is triggered by a terrifyng event. Symptoms may include nightmares, flashbacks and severe anxiety.
Christine A. Courtois has written: 'Healing the Incest Wound' -- subject(s): Psychotherapy, Incest victims, Mental health, Therapy, Methods, Stress Disorders, Post-Traumatic, Incest, Post-traumatic stress disorder
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder is a mental health condition that is triggered by a terrifyng event. Symptoms may include nightmares, flashbacks and severe anxiety.
Common symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) include intrusive memories or flashbacks of the traumatic event, avoidance of reminders related to the trauma, negative changes in mood and cognition, and heightened arousal responses such as irritability, anxiety, and difficulty sleeping. Patients may also experience emotional numbness and a sense of detachment from others. These symptoms can significantly impact daily functioning and quality of life.
PTSD, or Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, is a mental health condition that can result from experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. While it is not considered a physical injury in the traditional sense, it can have physical manifestations and impact the body's stress response system.