Abnormal And Clinical Psychology

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a mental health disorder that develops after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. It impacts emotions, cognition, and daily functioning.
Shock stage: This initial phase involves numbness, disbelief, and emotional detachment from reality.
Suggestible stage: During this stage, individuals experience heightened anxiety, flashbacks, and intrusive thoughts related to the trauma. They may become overly sensitive to triggers.
Recovery stage: Through therapy, support, and effective coping strategies, individuals slowly regain emotional balance and learn to process the trauma in a healthier manner. PTSD is typically treated with cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), counseling, and medication.