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Default What are the symptoms of'post-traumatic stress disorder'? - 12-26-2008, 07:32 AM

Can depression, agoraphobia, and social anciety be symptoms of'post-traumatic stress'?
   
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Default 01-03-2009, 04:58 AM

Asking this question can, I suggest contacting a psychiatrist.
   
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Default 03-09-2009, 10:38 AM

There are three general types of PTSD symptomsIntrusive - this is the bad thoughts come creeping back in, nighmares etc.Avoidant - avoiding emotions, people, situations etc.Hyperarousal - panic, sleep problems, easy to upset etc.So yes, all that you listed could fall within the range of PTSD symptoms...You can do searches on line for PTSD also and Im sure it will give you more detail
   
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Default 04-09-2009, 04:13 PM

Yes those can be symptoms of PTSD. But, how does one know if they have the depression, agoraphobia, and social anxiety you mention?A person who suspects the emtional problems listed should get counseling from a reputable pyschologist. One who has been recommended by others who have been helped. If a person can't afford counseling, they should invest in a good book on those ailments and try to work through it that way.If the depression, agoraphobia, and social anxiety have already been diagnosed by any means, than yes they can be symptoms of PTSD. Be advised PTSD is caused by a traumatic event. It could be either abuse, a violent attack, a terrible car accident or fall or even witnessing a terrible event. I fear many of the people who survived the attack on the twin towers will one day experience PTSD, as will some of the searchers and rescuers.With PTSD a person may or may not have nightmares about the actual event because the subconscious may be blocking it out. Other odd dreams can occur and sometimes no dreams. A person may find their daytime thoughts wandering and wonder why they can't stay focused. They move things and can't remember where they put them.PTSD can be emotionally disturbing and downright frustrating because the victim may not always know what is wrong.Hope that helps..................
   
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