Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a disorder that develops in some people who have experienced a shocking, scary, or dangerous event.

Anyone can develop PTSD at any age.

This includes children, teens, and adults who have been through a physical or sexual assault, abuse, accident, disaster, or other serious events.

During PTSD Awareness Month, learn the signs, symptoms, and treatments.

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