Mental Health

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

Symptoms following exposure to a traumatic event.

Overview

Symptoms following exposure to a traumatic event.

Also known as: ptsd

In-depth guidance

A structured clinical overview of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder — symptoms, red flags, causes, and care pathways — is being prepared by our clinical reviewers. In the meantime:

⚠ When to seek urgent care

Sudden severe symptoms, breathing difficulty, chest pain, confusion, fainting, severe bleeding, or any rapidly worsening illness need urgent assessment. Call your local emergency number.