BackPublished on June 13, 2017
Posttraumatic stress disorder
A mental health condition triggered by experiencing or seeing a terrifying event.
Overview
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition triggered by experiencing a terrifying event.
Symptoms
Symptoms include flashbacks, nightmares, and anxiety. Many people who experience traumatic events get better with time.
Treatments
Treatment includes therapy and medications.