10 Common Mental Disorders
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
Mental Disorder #9: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
The vast majority of us will experience some very unpleasant and/or frightening situations. These experiences can be difficult for us to process and will often stay with us for long after the event. Generally speaking, we will be able to carry on as we were, but sometimes it can be just too much to deal with.
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is often experienced by people that have been in extreme circumstances. These will often include military personnel and emergency services personnel such as fire and ambulance. It could happen to anybody, though, and a nasty car accident could also result in PTSD.
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