PTSD: When Past Traumas Haunt the Present Moment

A hiker in a yellow jacket with a backpack stands on a rocky trail amid green trees with a rugged mountain range in the background.

The experience of a dangerous or shocking event can trigger a mental health disorder called post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). When someone has PTSD, they can re-experience a traumatic event through nightmares, memories, or flashbacks, which can significantly decrease their mental and physical health. A person with this disorder can continue to feel fear, stress, and […]