Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is an anxiety disorder arising as a delayed and drawn-out response after witnessing or experiencing a traumatic event. It is characterised by intense fear, distressing flashbacks, recurrent dreams, panic attacks and heightened (often debilitating) awareness.
PTSD is sometimes found in ex-military personnel who have been involved in conflict situations, but can also occur following traumatic childbirth, recurrent domestic violence, and other distressing events.
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