In World War One, they called it shell shock. Second time around, they called it battle fatigue. After 'Nam, it was post-traumatic stress disorder.

Jan Karon
In World War One, they called it shell shock. Second...
In World War One, they called it shell shock. Second...
In World War One, they called it shell shock. Second...
In World War One, they called it shell shock. Second...
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Post-traumatic stress disorder is a condition that develops after a traumatic event. A person with PTSD experiences flashbacks, nightmares, and an inability to function on a normal level. They may suffer from guilt, shame, and emotional numbness. A person with PTSD can also become depressed.

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