●Reliving the traumatic event, including
nightmares and flashbacks
●Avoiding reminders of the trauma
●Negative changes in beliefs and feelings
●Overreacting to misunderstandings or lashing out
at others
●Increased anxiety and emotional issues stemming
from the traumatic event, such as feeling jittery,
easily startled or being “always on alert"
●Behavioral changes such as substance abuse or
becoming more aggressive
There are a few common symptoms that are identified with PTSD:
Symptoms of PTSD