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Understanding Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) in Children

The effects of trauma can be crippling for anyone, but for children, it can have long-lasting impacts on their mental and physical well-being. The condition that develops due to trauma is called Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). It is common for adults to associate PTSD with war veterans, but more and more research proves that children can also experience PTSD. In this blog post, we'll look at PTSD in children to better understand the condition and how to provide appropriate care...

PTSD: Signs and Treatment

The teenage years can be a whirlwind of emotion, but sometimes those feelings can intensify. It's normal for teens to be moody. Still, if your teen is having difficulty in school or is showing signs of irritability or agitation, they may have developed Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). PTSD can manifest in different ways and include symptoms such as flashbacks, nightmares, emotional numbness, hypervigilance, and avoidance of trauma-related activities. It's important to note that everyone has their own unique experiences with PTSD...