Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) impacts millions of people and their families. After
a traumatic event, most people have painful memories. For many people,
the effects of the event fade over time. But for others, the memories,
thoughts and feelings don't go away - even months or years after the
event is over. Mental health experts are not sure why some people
develop PTSD and others do not. If stress reactions do not improve over
time and they disrupt everyday life, it is important to seek help to
determine if PTSD is present.
The purpose of PTSD Awareness Month is to encourage
everyone to raise public awareness of PTSD and effective treatments. We
can all help those affected by PTSD.
"Raising PTSD awareness is essential to
overcoming the myth, misinformation and stigma surrounding this mental
health problem" said the former Secretary of Veterans Affairs, Robert A.
McDonald. "We encourage everyone to join us in this important effort."
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