Susan Pease BanittPTSD is a whole-body tragedy, an integral human event of enormous proportions with massive repercussions.
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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is an anxiety disorder related to exposure to trauma. The disorder may consist of one or more episodes of extreme stress, such as exposure to a traumatic event. The symptoms typically develop after exposure to a traumatic experience, and may include flashbacks, nightmares, and avoidance of triggers associated with the trauma. PTSD can often be treated successfully and people can rebuild their lives and feel better.
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