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PTSD vs Complex PTSD: Symptoms, Causes, and Key Differences
Understanding the difference between PTSD and complex PTSD is essential for anyone working in health and social care, supporting a loved one through trauma, or trying to make sense of their own experiences. While both conditions develop following trauma, the…
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Rethinking PTSD: Trauma as a Public Health Challenge
In recent years, there’s been a growing recognition that trauma isn’t just a personal problem; it’s a community and societal one. Whether it’s a car accident, childhood abuse, domestic violence, or displacement through war, trauma shapes the health of millions of…
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Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) | Signs, symptoms and support
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is an anxiety disorder that is typically triggered by traumatic, distressing life events. It is estimated that 1 in 3 individuals who experience a traumatic event will be affected by PTSD. In this article, we look…