Trauma

PTSD & Trauma

Also known as Post-traumatic stress disorder, C-PTSD

When the nervous system stays in survival mode long after a frightening or overwhelming event has ended.

Around 6% of people develop PTSD in their lifetime; higher among veterans and survivors of assault.

What often comes first

Noticing several of these over weeks is a reason to talk to someone — not a diagnosis.

Intrusive images or memories that arrive uninvited
Nightmares or waking with the body already alarmed
Avoiding places, people or conversations linked to the event
Startling easily, scanning rooms, sitting facing exits
Feeling detached, foggy or 'not really here'

This page is educational and cannot diagnose you. If any of it feels close to home, bring it to a GP, doctor or therapist — and if you're in crisis, see urgent help.