Disclaimer: I am not a mental health professional. The content in this article is not a substitute for a licensed mental health professional.
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is an actual mental health condition that's misunderstood. PTSD is often misperceived, from who can develop the disorder to what the symptoms may look like.
At first glance, PTSD may seem only applicable to soldiers. Facing traumatizing conditions like war can undoubtedly have lasting effects. But PTSD isn't reserved for one type of profession, person, or gender.
Understanding PTSD starts with learning who can develop the disorder.
PTSD can develop differently from person to person. Some people have experienced multiple traumatic events, such as myself. While others may only have experienced a singular traumatic event. Regardless, the impact of those traumatic events can be profound.
Feeling on edge from the stressors caused by the traumatic event can negatively impact someone's mood and functioning.
Disclaimer: This is not a comprehensive list of symptoms. For a more complete list of symptoms, click here.
Takeaways
PTSD is a complex disorder that has a lasting effect on those diagnosed.
In fact, I am one of the many people that is diagnosed with PTSD who have never seen military combat in my life. Instead, I've never experienced traumatizing circumstances in my time.
In conclusion, PTSD is a debilitating disorder that affects various aspects of everyday life. All have a lasting impact, from feeling on alert to any possible threat to reliving the traumatic event.
Spreading awareness of the reality of PTSD is one of my goals, as well as the goals of That Psych Nerd.
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