What is PTSD?
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder — a mental health condition common among combat veterans.
Definition
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can develop after exposure to traumatic events — combat, sexual assault, serious accidents, or other life-threatening experiences. Among combat veterans, PTSD rates are significant: over 20% of post-9/11 veterans experience PTSD symptoms at some point. Symptoms include intrusive memories, hypervigilance, avoidance behaviors, sleep disruption, and emotional numbness.
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