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Learn More >>Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Posttraumatic stress disorder or PTSD, is a condition that develops after an individual has been involved in a industrial accident, workplace accident, oil rig or other maritime accident, explosion or other traumatic events.
According to the National Institute of Mental Health, any accident that causes an individual severe trauma may trigger off posttraumatic stress disorder. Examples of such adverse or traumatic events may include
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Catastrophic auto and truck accidents
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Fires
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Explosions
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Near drowning
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Violence
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Assaults
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Rapes
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Earthquakes, floods and other natural disasters
Typically, the adverse event is one in which the person has faced an imminent threat to his life. Military personnel who have seen active combat are often likely to suffer from PTSD symptoms when they return home from duty. You don't have to be the one who has experienced a traumatic event to suffer from PTSD. Individuals who have witnessed violence, assaults or other adverse events can also develop symptoms of the disorder. The disorder can also be seen in family members who have suddenly and unexpectedly lost a loved one.
Symptoms of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder
An individual suffering from automatic stress disorder may suffer from
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Flashbacks
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Nightmares
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Depression
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Constant and severe anxiety
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Unprovoked worry
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Emotional numbness
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Guilt
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Loss of interest in a social life
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Some degree of amnesia about the event
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Tenseness
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Insomnia
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Temper tantrums
Some amount of depression and anxiety is natural after a traumatic event, but if these continue for weeks after the event, the individual may need help. If you or a loved one is experiencing any of the above symptoms of post traumatic stress disorder after an adverse event, you may need psychological help to deal with these symptoms. Look out for signs of being startled easily, constantly being on edge, and frequent bouts of crying and depression. If you notice any of these signs, get the help you need immediately before these symptoms worsen.
The Texas personal injury lawyers at Schechter McElwee Shaffer and Harris represent workers who have suffered catastrophic injuries that have resulted in the development of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder or PTSD. If you or a loved one is showing signs of PTSD, contact a personal injury lawyer at our firm for a free initial consultation.
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