Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is becoming commonly known. It is a mental condition that people may experience after triggered by a terrifying, isolated, event. Although the event is isolated, the condition can last months, or years, after the event occurs.
Symptoms of PTSD include:
- Nightmares
- Flashbacks, intrusive memories
- Avoidance of triggers (things or situations that bring back memories of the trauma)
- Heightened reactions
- Anxiety
- Depression
Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD) is a lesser known condition that people who experience chronic, repeated trauma over months or, more often, years, can obtain.
Symptoms of CPTSD include those listed above as well as:
- Lack of emotional regulation
- Changes in consciousness (disassociation)
- Negative self-perception
- Difficulty with relationships
- Loss of systems of meanings
- Distorted perception of the abuser
Both conditions require professional treatment, medications and support. These conditions can't be expected to go away on their own or within a matter of weeks. Sometimes, these conditions pose lifelong challenges. However, symptoms can be managed and survivors can learn to enjoy good quality of life.
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