What are PTSD symptoms?
1. Re-Experiencing Symptoms · Frequently having upsetting thoughts or memories about a traumatic event. · Having recurrent nightmares. · Acting or feeling as though the traumatic event were happening again, sometimes called a “flashback.” · Having very strong feelings of distress when reminded of the traumatic event. · Being physically responsive, such as experiencing a surge in your heart rate or sweating, to reminders of the traumatic event. 2. Avoidance Symptoms · Making an effort to avoid thoughts, feelings, or conversations about the traumatic event. · Making an effort to avoid places or people that remind you of the traumatic event. · Having a difficult time remembering important parts of the traumatic event. · A loss of interest in important, once positive, activities. · Feeling distant from others. · Experiencing difficulties having positive feelings, such as happiness or love. · Feeling as though your life may be cut short. 3. Hyper arousal Symptoms · Having a difficult time f
