PTSD is a mental health condition that some people experience or observe following a severe or life-threatening incident. PTSD is a mental health condition that some people experience or observe following a severe or life-threatening incident.
Intrusive memories, avoidance, unfavorable changes in thought and attitude, and changes in bodily and emotional reactions are the four main categories of PTSD symptoms.
Symptoms are:
frequent memories of the event
triggered by anything related to the event
nightmares related to the event
emotional distress related to the event
Speak to your doctor or a mental health professional if you experience unsettling thoughts and feelings regarding a traumatic occurrence for longer than a month, if they are intense, or if you believe you are having problems bringing your life back under control. Early treatment can lessen the likelihood of PTSD symptoms going worse.