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    Understanding PTSD

    PTSD (posttraumatic stress disorder)is a mental health problem that some people develop after experiencing or witnessing a life-threatening event, like combat, a natural disaster, a car …

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    Understanding PTSD: A Guide for Family and Friends

    PTSD is a mental health problem that some people develop after a trauma, or life-threatening event. A traumatic event could be something that happened to your loved one, or something …

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    Understand PTSD - PTSD: National Center for PTSD

    Apr 25, 2025 · There are certain types of trauma that are common among people who develop PTSD. Learn about the mental health impact of traumatic events like war and combat, …

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    PTSD Basics - PTSD: National Center for PTSD

    Mar 26, 2025 · It's normal to have stress reactions to these types of events, and most people start to feel better after a few weeks. If symptoms last longer than a month and are causing …

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    Understand PTSD - PTSD: National Center for PTSD

    Mar 26, 2025 · PTSD (posttraumatic stress disorder) is a mental health problem that some people develop after experiencing or witnessing a life-threatening event, like combat, a natural …

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    What is PTSD? - PTSD: National Center for PTSD

    Mar 26, 2025 · You may have also heard of "complex trauma" or "complex PTSD" and wondered what this is. This article explains what complex PTSD (CPTSD) is, how it's related to PTSD, …

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    PTSD: National Center for PTSD Home

    3 days ago · We are the world's leading research and educational center of excellence on PTSD and traumatic stress. Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health problem that …

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    Understanding PTSD Treatment - PTSD: National Center for PTSD

    Mar 26, 2025 · Certain medications can be used to treat PTSD symptoms. Learn more about which medications are most effective for PTSD and which medications are not recommended.

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    Coping with Traumatic Stress Reactions - PTSD: National Center …

    Mar 26, 2025 · When you learn that the symptoms of PTSD often happen after traumatic events, you realize that you are not alone, weak, or crazy. It helps to know your problems are shared …

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    What is AboutFace? | AboutFace - PTSD: National Center for PTSD

    Learn about PTSD from Veterans who've been there. Get the facts about posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), learn about treatment options, and explore personal stories from Veterans, …

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