Debunking 3 Common Myths About PTSD
Posted: February 1, 2024
When someone lives through a traumatic event, they may begin experiencing symptoms such as anxiety, flashbacks, and nightmares. If these symptoms worsen, interfere with the person’s daily routine, or persist for an extended period of time (months or years), it’s referred to as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). This mental health condition is quite common—in fact, according to statistics published by the National Center for PTSD, approximately 6% of the U.S. population will develop PTSD at some point during their lives.
Despite the prevalence of PTSD in today’s society, many people still don’t understand what it truly means to have this condition. Below are three common myths about PTSD that aren’t actually true.
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