Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that's triggered by a terrifying, life threatening event either experiencing it or witnessing it. Symptoms may include flashbacks, nightmares and severe anxiety, as well as uncontrollable thoughts about the event.
Most people, who go through traumatic events may have temporary difficulty adjusting and coping, but with time and good self-care, they usually get better. If the symptoms get worse, that is lasting for months or even years, and interfere with your day-to-day functioning, you may have PTSD.
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