Post Traumatic Stress Disorder or PTSD is a mental health condition that people can develop after they go through a serious life-threatening event. There are many signs of post traumatic stress disorder. It’s normal to have stress reactions associated with these types of events. Most people start to feel better after a few weeks or months, but during that time organizing disability paperwork and appointments is important. BurnettDriskill is here to serve you..
It’s normal to have upsetting memories, feel on edge, or have trouble sleeping after a traumatic event (also called “trauma”). At first, it may be hard to do daily activities you are used to doing, like going to work, school, or spending time with people you care about. Most people start to feel better after a few weeks or months but for some people, PTSD symptoms may start later or it may come and go over time.
If it’s been longer than a few months and thoughts and feelings from the trauma are upsetting you or causing problems in your life, you may have PTSD.
Who develops signs for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)?
Anyone can develop PTSD at any age. Some factors can increase the chance that someone will have PTSD, many of which are not under that person’s control. For example, having a very intense or long-lasting traumatic event or getting injured during the event can make it more likely that a person will develop PTSD. PTSD is also more common after certain types of trauma — like combat and sexual assault.
Personal factors—like previous traumatic exposure, age, and gender—can affect whether a person will develop PTSD. What happens after the traumatic event is also important. Stress can make PTSD more likely, while social support can make it less likely.
PTSD can be a work-disabling condition and can aggravate other medical conditions. If you find yourself unable to work due to suffering from PTSD our legal team may be able to help. BurnettDriskill, Attorneys represent persons with PTSD in seeking disability benefits with the Social Security Administration, insurance companies, and other agencies that award benefits. Organizing disability paperwork and appointments for PTSD is important. For a free case consultation call us at (816) 844-3401 or email us at info@burnettdriskill.com.