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What is the definition or description of: post traumatic stress disorder?
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Mood disorder: Ptsd is a previous stressful situation in which you may develope depression or anxiety over in later years.
Answered 11/9/2015
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PTSD: Post traumatic stress disorder is a type of anxiety disorder that can develop after exposure to life-threatening or extremely frightening situations -- such as war, rape/criminal assault, and disasters like earthquakes. Very complex forms of ptsd can result from childhood emotional, physical, and sexual abuse. Symptoms may include exaggerated startle response, nightmares, and avoidance/numbing.
Answered 12/10/2013
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