PTSD is an anxiety related condition that is triggered by being exposed to some unusual, terrifying and traumatic experience that has challenged and contradicted the fundamental beliefs that a person holds. Events that can lead to PTSD may include witnessing an armed robbery, being involved in assault, fighting, war or terrorism, a road traffic accident or train and plane crashes or being physically or sexually abused. People with PTSD can experience intense anxiety, nightmares and flashbacks of the event. It can lead to a reduced quality of life and interfere with sleep and concentration. Psychological therapy can help people free themselves from PTSD.

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