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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
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The thing that sets PTSD apart is that it is the only anxiety disorder that requires a precipitating event. In PTSD, the symptoms always develop following exposure to a traumatic occurrence. The event gives rise to intense feelings of fear, helplessness, or horror, because it is perceived as posing a threat to the physical integrity of oneself or others. For example, the seeds of PTSD might be sown when a person has a serious accident, becomes the victim of childhood sexual abuse, or witnesses a murder.  Afterward, the person relives the trauma over and over in some way; for example, through flashbacks, nightmares, or recurring mental images.

People with PTSD try to avoid things or places associated with the trauma. Many also feel emotionally numb in situations that call for an emotional response. In addition, people with PTSD develop signs of heightened arousal, such as difficulty falling asleep, increased irritability, constant vigilance, or an exaggerated response when startled. It is as if the person’s body is always on high alert, and the tension can be overwhelming.
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