Psychological Symptoms of PTSD
Physical Symptoms of PTSD
Behavioral Symptoms of PTSD
Websites that cover the symptoms of PTSD
- Depression (not enjoying, looking forward to, or being excited about anything)
- Anxiety (you worry about everything, or a lot of things you never even considered
before) - Guilt (sometimes called "survivor's guilt" - you feel guilty that you weren't killed or
injured, but your buddies were) - Avoidance / Lack of Emotion (avoiding any situation that would normally cause an
emotional reaction or simply not responding at all to emotional situations) - Intrusive Thoughts (thinking about, or having "flashbacks" of combat, etc., situations
even when you try not to) - Hallucinations (seeing or hearing things that aren't actually there)
- Extreme Rage (anger over things that would not have bothered you in the past)
- Short Fuse (going from relaxed to extremely pissed off in a matter of seconds)
- Isolating Yourself (not wanting to share thoughts, feelings, or emotions with anyone -
also may show up as not wanting to be physically close to anyone) - Alcohol or Drug Abuse (often called "self medicating" - basically you're using alcohol
or drugs to cover up the things you don't want to face) - Always Being on Guard (you constantly scan crowds, traffic, etc., for possible threats)
- Feeling Numb (not feeling or feeling very little about the people or activities around
you) - Memory Problems (you find yourself losing your car keys, not remembering
conversations, not being able to recall your phone number) - Lack of Concentration (being unable to concentrate on work, hobbies, etc.)
- Nightmares (this is very common among many vets)
- Unable to Sleep or Stay Asleep (taking only "cat naps"; lying awake for hours,
despite being exhausted; getting up frequently to check your home, family, etc.) - Being Easily Startled (most often in response to loud noises that are similar to
explosions, gun fire, etc. - like a car back firing, a balloon popping, or a fireworks
display) - Low Self Esteem
- Feeling Hopeless About the Future
- Not wanting to see or hear anything that reminds you of your time in Iraq or
Afghanistan - Lack of Appetite
- Overeating
- Headaches
- Rapid Heart Rate or Sweating when reminded of the traumatic event(s)
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): Signs & Symptoms - information from the Mayo
Clinic
The Symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder:Chronic and/or Delayed - information
from PTSDSupport.net, a great site created and maintained by a Vietnam Vet.
Combat PTSD - What are the symptoms? - Written by Ilona Meagher, author of Moving a
Nation to Care
What are the symptoms of PTSD? - an article on About.com
Do you have PTSD? - a self-screening quiz on About.com
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Signs & Symptoms - information from
MentalHealthChannel.net
Clinic
The Symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder:Chronic and/or Delayed - information
from PTSDSupport.net, a great site created and maintained by a Vietnam Vet.
Combat PTSD - What are the symptoms? - Written by Ilona Meagher, author of Moving a
Nation to Care
What are the symptoms of PTSD? - an article on About.com
Do you have PTSD? - a self-screening quiz on About.com
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Signs & Symptoms - information from
MentalHealthChannel.net
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PTSD Symptoms vary A LOT. This is not a complete list (truthfully, I don't think a
"complete" list exists). But, it will hopefully give you an idea of some of the indications that
you (or your vet) may be suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Please note -
for "most" people, symptoms begin within three months after a traumatic event. However,
there have been plenty of cases were PTSD doesn't start showing up until years later.
"complete" list exists). But, it will hopefully give you an idea of some of the indications that
you (or your vet) may be suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Please note -
for "most" people, symptoms begin within three months after a traumatic event. However,
there have been plenty of cases were PTSD doesn't start showing up until years later.
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