Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

PTSD is an anxiety disorder caused by a very stressful, frightening, or distressing events. Someone with PTSD often relives the traumatic event through nightmares and flashbacks, and may experience feelings of isolation, irritability, and guilt. They may also have problems sleeping, such as insomnia and find concentrating difficult. These symptoms are often severe and persistent enough to have a significant impact on a person’s day to day life.

Learn more: 

www.nhs.uk/mental-health/conditions/post-traumatic-stress-disorder-ptsd