Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder can affect anyone at an age, with signs often appearing within 3 months of a traumatic event.

Such events may include experiencing or witnessing physical, sexual or emotional abuse; military combat; natural disasters; hostage situations; violent or life-threatening attacks; real or threatened death; and other traumatic events.

Recent studies have shown that it is not only humans who experience PTSD symptoms from such traumatic events; trained war dogs have also exhibited severe symptoms.

Those experiencing the traumatic event often relive the event in various ways, causing additional stress and anxiety with feelings of intense fear.

Here you will find information on dealing with symptoms and helping loved ones. Comments, questions and suggestions are always welcome.

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Latest articles in Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

9/11 Terrorist Attacks and PTSD Symptoms

The September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks in America have left many with symptoms of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder.

Sep 12, 2011 – Katrena Wells

Expressive Visual Art Therapy for PTSD

Visual art therapy for Post-traumatic Stress Disorder may help manage PTSD symptoms while perhaps "going deeper" than talk therapy or medication alone.

Sep 6, 2011 – Amy Sillup

Music Therapy for Symptoms of PTSD

Relief from posttraumatic stress symptoms may be achieved by a combination of PTSD therapies. Listening to certain types of music may help calm and heal.

Mar 30, 2011 – Amy Sillup

Causes and Signs of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder in Family Pets

PTSD, a human condition resulting from a traumatic event, may be affecting the family pet, especially those with an unknown history or in abusive homes.

Jan 3, 2011 – Malysa Stratton Louk

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder in Dogs Returning from Active Duty

Although a human condition, bomb-sniffing dogs returning from overseas military duty are experiencing signs and symptoms of PTSD. Others may also be at risk

Jan 3, 2011 – Malysa Stratton Louk

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