Traumatic events are characterized as events, or a series of events, causing a high level of stress and can often be accompanied by feelings of helplessness or horror. Traumatic events can include injury, the threat of injury or death. Emotional trauma or Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can be a result of a traumatic event.
What is Post Traumatic Stress Disorder?
PTSD usually involves both a physical and emotional response to traumatic events. Symptoms can last days, weeks and often...
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