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Ptsd

Verb / ˌpi:ˈti:ˌeˈsdi: / Another word for ptsd — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

PTSD stands for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. It is a mental health condition that can develop after a person experiences or witnesses a traumatic event.

Synonyms & similar words

posttraumaticstressdisorder ptsd trauma

Synonyms by register

Formal

trauma response disorder post-traumatic stress disorder

Informal

shell shock battle fatigue trauma

Literary

haunted spirit shadowed mind

Antonyms

well-being resilience calmness peace stability equanimity serenity

Common collocations

  • diagnosed with PTSD
  • symptoms of PTSD
  • suffering from PTSD
  • PTSD awareness
  • PTSD treatment
  • PTSD support
  • PTSD research

Word family

noun PTSD

Usage note

PTSD is an acronym for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. While it is a medical diagnosis, it is commonly used in everyday language. It is important to use the term with sensitivity.

Example sentences

  1. John's PTSD made it difficult for him to sleep at night.
  2. After her car accident, Jane began experiencing symptoms of PTSD.
  3. PTSD can affect anyone who has experienced or witnessed a traumatic event.
  4. The veteran sought treatment for his PTSD at a local clinic.
  5. PTSD can cause a variety of symptoms, including flashbacks and anxiety.

Quotes

  • "PTSD is a whole-body tragedy, an integral human event of enormous proportions with massive repercussions." - Susan Pease Banitt
  • "PTSD is a lifelong chronic disease that may not kill you, but it will destroy your life." - Anonymous
  • "The tragedy of PTSD is that it can be treated, but most veterans go undiagnosed and untreated." - Susan Pease Banitt

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