Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

Frequently Asked Questions

About PTSD:	What is PTSD? What are the symptoms of PTSD? What are some myths about PTSD? How common is PTSD?
Treatment:	How is PTSD treated? What types of counseling are used?
Living with PTSD:	What can I do to help my recovery? How does PTSD affect my emotional life? How does PTSD affect my family and community?
PTSD and veterans:	Do military personnel have special concerns? What is military sexual trauma?

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Author:	Jeannette Curtis	Last Updated: January 21, 2009
Medical Review:	Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine Jessica Hamblen, PhD - Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
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