what is ptsd and what are the symptons?

Answer 1

Post-traumatic Stress Disorder is a problem many people have come to have. Something in their past has stressed them & now their body over-reacts to any stimuli that reminds it of that 'event'. Sometimes the stimuli is something simpe that someone else says or does, or it might be a reaction to a chemical ...
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Coping With Post-traumatic Stress :
... When Teror Stikes
... PTSD--What Is It?
... Traumatic Stress Will End!
... Symptoms of PTSD
http://www.watchtower.org/library/g/2001/8/22/article_01.htm

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Health, Medicine ...
http://www.watchtower.org/archives/index.htm#medical

Answer 2

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Post_traumatic_stress_disorder

Answer 3

PTSD......is post tramatic stress diease the symptoms are flashbacks nightmares, things you hear see trigger bad memories i suffer from it and take meds for it try counseling or write in a journal when you feel bad it helps

Answer 4

Post traumatic Stress disorder

Anxiety / depression and other related problems

Answer 5

Post traumatic stress disorder

Cause and symptoms listed


The cause of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is still being studied. Experts believe that chemicals or hormones released during a traumatic situation may cause long-term changes in the structures and functions of the brain, causing symptoms of PTSD. 4

The disorder does not occur in everyone who has had a traumatic experience. People are more likely to get PTSD if they have a history of childhood trauma, preexisting mental health conditions, or a family history of mental health conditions. 4

A physically threatening event that caused a reaction of fear, helplessness, or horror, or even just feeling that your life is in danger can trigger PTSD. Examples of traumatic events that can lead to PTSD include: 5

War combat or living in a war-torn area.
Terrorist attacks.
Violent crimes, such as rape, sexual abuse, domestic abuse, or physical assault.
A serious accident, injury, or change in health, such as a car wreck or diagnosis of a life-threatening illness.
A natural disaster such as a fire, tornado, flood, or earthquake.

Symptoms

Symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can be terrifying and even disabling. They can begin right after the trauma. However, PTSD cannot be diagnosed unless symptoms last at least 1 month, cause significant distress, or interfere with work or home life. Sometimes symptoms occur years later. They may include: 2

Reliving the event. You may have upsetting memories of the traumatic event. These memories can come back when you are not expecting them. They can cause both emotional and physical reactions. Sometimes these memories can feel so real it is as if the event is actually happening again. This is called a "flashback." Reliving the event may cause intense feelings of fear, helplessness, and horror similar to the feelings you had when the event took place. This distress may cause symptoms of extreme anxiety or a panic attack.
Avoiding reminders of the event. You may try to avoid situations that trigger memories of the traumatic event. You may avoid going near the place where the trauma occurred or seeing TV programs or news reports about the event. You may avoid other sights, sounds, smells, or people that are reminders of the traumatic event. You may also forget, or be unable to talk about, important parts of the event.
Becoming numb. PTSD may make it difficult for you to be in touch with your feelings or express emotions toward other people. For example, you may:
Feel emotionally "numb" and may isolate yourself from others.
Not be interested in activities you once enjoyed.
Think that you will have a shortened life span or will not reach personal goals such as having a career or family.
Feeling emotionally tense. You may feel constantly alert after the traumatic event. This is known as increased emotional arousal, and it can cause:
Difficulty sleeping.
Outbursts of anger or irritability.
Difficulty concentrating.
Constantly fearing for your safety.
Becoming overly startled when someone surprises you.
Other symptoms

PTSD symptoms also may include: 6

Physical symptoms with no apparent cause (called somatic complaints).
Feelings of shame, despair, or hopelessness.
Difficulty controlling emotions.
Relationship problems or withdrawal from relationships.
Impulsive or self-destructive behavior.
Changed beliefs or changed personality.
These symptoms can also occur if you have another disorder such as depression or anxiety along with PTSD.

PTSD in children

Symptoms of PTSD in children and teens are often similar to those in adults. However, children and teens can have additional or unique symptoms or problems. For example, children may repeatedly act out the traumatic event in play.

It can be difficult to recognize PTSD symptoms in toddlers and very young children because young children often have not developed the verbal skills needed to express their feelings. Symptoms of PTSD in toddlers and young children can include a delay in developing skills, such as learning to talk or toilet training. Other symptoms of PTSD in very young children include sleep disturbances, anxiety, or being easily startled and unable to relax. 7

School-aged children with PTSD may be disorganized, have trouble concentrating, or be aggressive. They may reenact the traumatic event in play or drawings. Sleep disturbances are also common in children with PTSD. Like adults with the disorder, older children and teens are at increased risk of abusing alcohol and drugs. 7, 3

Other conditions related to PTSD

Symptoms that occur within 1 month of a traumatic event may be caused by another anxiety disorder known as acute stress disorder. This disorder is similar to PTSD but occurs immediately after the traumatic event. If symptoms continue for more than 1 month, the condition may then be diagnosed as PTSD. Professional counseling 1 is also needed to treat acute stress disorder and may be helpful in preventing the development of PTSD. 8

It is common for other conditions to occur along with PTSD, such as depression, anxiety, or substance abuse. 1 If you had another mental health condition before the traumatic event, your symptoms of PTSD and the other condition may be more difficult to treat.

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