POST-TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER (PTSD)

• PTSD

-Mental Health Condition that's triggered by a terrifying event.

- Once called shell shock or battle fatigue sundrome.

-People who experience PTSD feel scared even if they are safe and there is nothing to
be afraid of.

• Symptoms

-Flashbacks

-Nightmares and severe anxiety

- Uncontrollable thoughts about the event

-Avoiding

• Symptoms

-Flashbacks

-Nightmares and severe anxiety

- Uncontrollable thoughts about the event

-Avoiding

• Treatment

-Psychotherapy

-Medication ( antidepressants)

-Help from family and friends