PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder)

Traumatic events can trigger psychological disorders. Post traumatic stress disorder can be caused by floods, earthquakes, war, fires, accidents, abuse, burns, torture, kidnapping, concentration camps, incest, violent crime, and so on. Traumatic experiences overwhelm normal biological and psychological mechanisms, and can result in behaviors that are terrifying and confusing for everyone involved.

The feelings of helplessness, terror, and loss of control are overwhelming. Surviving post traumatic stress is easier when you know the signs of this anxiety disorder.

Complications of post traumatic stress disorder

Survivors of post traumatic stress disorder are more likely to experience substance abuse, depression, phobias, learning disorders, chronic pain syndrome, poor concentration, sleep disturbances, and other psychological challenges. It’s difficult to work, sleep, enjoy life, and build intimate relationships when you’re dealing with severe anxiety attacks.

Feelings of intense fear, helplessness, or horror are at the root of post traumatic disorder – which spill over into every aspect of life.

Signs of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

People who are more likely to suffer from post traumatic stress disorder:

• Have preexisting psychologically or physiologically vulnerabilities
• Suffered a physical injury during the traumatic event, most often to the head
• Lack social support, such as friends or family

Posted on September 7th, 2010 by Brett Williams
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