Have you experienced or witnessed a life-threatening or traumatic event?

Some symptoms of PTSD may include:

• Recurrent, unwanted distressing memories of the event
• Reliving the event as if it were happening again (flashbacks)
• Upsetting dreams or nightmares about the event
• Severe emotional distress or physical reactions to something that
reminds you of the event
• Trying to avoid thinking or talking about the event
• Avoiding places, activities or people that remind you of the event
• Negative thoughts about yourself, other people or the world
• Feeling hopeless about the future
• Memory problems, including not remembering key aspects of the event
• Difficulty maintaining close relationships
• Feeling detached from family and friends
• Lack of interest in activities you once enjoyed
• Difficulty experiencing positive emotions or feeling numb
• Being easily startled or frightened
• Always being on guard for danger
• Self-destructive behavior, such as drinking too much or driving too fast
• Trouble sleeping
• Trouble concentrating
• Irritability, angry outbursts or aggressive behavior
• Overwhelming feelings of guilt or shame

If symptoms like these are affecting your ability to function, you may have PTSD.

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To learn more about PTSD symptoms, read Doc Leon's book, the Authoritative Guide to Psychiatric Diagnosis.  (Pages 30 and 31) or schedule a free call with Doc Leon.