Do I have Post Traumatic Stress Disorder?

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder or PTSD is a mental health disorder that is triggered by exposure to or witnessing a trauma traumatic event.

Ask yourself the following questions if you suspect that you have PTSD:

Have you experienced or witnessed a traumatic event that has caused intense fear, helplessness or horror?
Do you have repeated distressing dreams or memories about the traumatic event?
Do you have flashbacks or feel as if the event was happening again?
Are you emotionally or physically distressed when something reminds you of the event?
Do you avoid thoughts, feelings or talking about the event?
Do you avoid people, places, or things that remind you about the event?
Do you have difficulty remembering parts of the event?
Do you feel detached from other people?
Are you having problems sleeping, eating, or engaging in daily activities?
Are you isolating yourself from family and friends?
Do you feel depressed, anxious, worthless, or disinterested in life?
Are you having problems with your memory and concentration?
Have you lost interest in your favorite activities?
Are you easily startled?
Do you have outburst of anger or irritability?

Disclaimer: These questions are not meant to be used for diagnosis but as a tool to determine if further support is needed. If you suspect that you have PTSD, please consult with a trained mental health professional, family doctor or psychiatrist.