What Is PTSD?
8. Diagnosis
One of the first steps of diagnosing the condition is for a doctor to perform a brief physical exam. This will help them look for signs of medical conditions that might be contributing to their symptoms. If PTSD or similar is suspected, then the patient will be referred to a specialist for a psychological examination.
The psychologist will need to ask the patient about their history and about any traumatic experiences they may have had. This may include questions about their life when they were young. The psychologist will also ask about the patient’s symptoms and the impact they have on their life. If the patient meets certain criteria, a diagnosis of PTSD will be reached.
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