PTSD is a psychiatric disorder that may occur in people who have experienced or been exposed to trauma such as combat, assault, accidents, natural disasters, or abuse. Not everyone who experiences trauma will develop PTSD, but for those who do, the condition can feel all-consuming and difficult to manage without professional support.
Without timely and appropriate PTSD treatment, symptoms may become chronic and worsen over time, leading to isolation, substance use, and physical health problems.