PTSD
PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder is a mental condition that is caused
by a terrifying event eg. Hijacking, Surviving an attack etc.Once triggered
PTSD can cause flashbacks, severe anxiety, uncontrollable thoughts about
the event and nightmares. Most people tend to recover from traumatic events
after time has passed and with good self care.But if the effects last for
months or even years and affect your day-to-day functioning you may have PTSD.
Warning Signs
- Negative changes in mood.
- Avoiding thinking of or talking
about the traumatic event.
- Nightmares that include details about
the traumatic event.
- Being on guard even when not in danger.
- Have trouble sleeping.
- Emotional outbursts or irritability.
- If you are easily startled or frightened.
- Having intense reactions to anything reminding
you of the traumatic event.
- Having difficulties with any relationships.
- Lack of interest in activities you once enjoyed.