PTSD symptoms

Definition

Symptoms that arise as a result of experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event, including flashbacks, nightmares, intrusive thoughts, avoidance behaviors, and hyperarousal.

Related terms

Trauma:

A deeply distressing or disturbing event that can lead to the development of PTSD symptoms.

Flashbacks:

Recurring memories or images of the traumatic event that intrude into consciousness and cause emotional distress.

Hyperarousal: An intense state of heightened physiological arousal characterized by increased heart rate, hypervigilance, and exaggerated startle response.