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PTSD Basics (6)
Learn all the basic information you need to know about the diagnosis of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), including its symptoms, causes, and treatment.

Symptoms & Diagnosis (7)
Learn about the symptoms of PTSD, the requirements for a PTSD diagnosis, and how a PTSD diagnosis is made.

Causes (14)
What causes PTSD and how does it develop? Learn about events associated with PTSD and risk factors for the development of the disorder.

PTSD Rates (9)
Overview of PTSD prevalence rates based on sex, age, racial/ethnic background, and other factors.

Related Conditions (19)
Information on other disorders, problems, and conditions that commonly co-occur with PTSD.

PTSD and the Military (12)
PTSD is often seen in military populations. Learn more about the prevalence of and risk factors for PTSD among service members and veterans.

PTSD and Your Health (12)
A diagnosis of PTSD can have a major impact on your health. Learn about the relationship between PTSD and a number of health-related problems.

Treatment (11)
There is hope for those with PTSD. Learn all about the different ways in which PTSD can be treated, including psychotherapy and medication.

Coping (28)
Learn how to better manage your anxiety and stress through different coping skills and relaxation exercises.

For Friends/Family (10)
Do you have a friend or family member with PTSD? Learn about ways in which you can cope with a friend of family member's diagnosis of PTSD.

Resources (14)
Additional resources for individuals with PTSD, such as books, web pages, and advocacy groups.

FAQs (9)
People have a lot of questions about the diagnosis of PTSD. Commonly asked questions about PTSD about answered.

Glossary (47)
Become familiar with all the PTSD-related terms that are important to know.

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