What Are Some Possible Symptoms of PTSD?
Symptoms of PTSD can include: • Difficulty letting go of the event, or dwelling on what if? • Having sudden memories (flashbacks) of the traumatic event or reliving the event in your mind, even if you dont want to • Nightmares; difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep • Sleeping more than usual • Survivor guilt (feeling guilty for surviving and event when others didnt) • Feeling emotionally overwhelmed, or having emotions get out of control • Flying into rages; frustration • Lack of interest in usual activities or hobbies; apathy • Withdrawing from family, friends, or coworkers; not wanting to talk • Feeling emotionally detached, shut down, numb, or unable to relate to others • No interest in sex • Being irritable, jumpy, on guard, wired, or unable to relax • Feeling insecure around friends; feeling uncomfortable in crowds • Not wanting to be touched • Suddenly crying or crying frequently • Avoiding things that remind one of the traumatic experience • Feeling fearful or being afraid
