PTSD: National Center for PTSD

PTSD Essentials

Reviews the history of the proposed diagnosis of complex PTSD and treatment recommendations for those who report prolonged, repeated trauma histories.

• PTSD and DSM-5
  Describes the DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for PTSD, including an overview of revisions from DSM-IV.
• Epidemiology of PTSD
  Explains epidemiology and important findings about PTSD including prevalence statistics for different demographic or Veteran groups.
• Acute Stress Disorder
  An overview of acute stress disorder, including: who is at risk, how is it treated, and how is it related to PTSD.
• Dissociative Subtype of PTSD
  Describes the dissociative subtype of PTSD included in DSM-5 including a review of the rationale and evidence for inclusion, diagnosis, and treatment considerations.
• Complex PTSD
  Causes, symptoms, and treatment considerations for Complex PTSD, a proposed disorder that can occur after prolonged, repeated trauma.
• PTSD History and Overview
  The history of PTSD, the PTSD diagnosis, and the criteria needed to meet a diagnosis of PTSD.
• Anniversary Reactions: Research Findings
  Discusses how the anniversary of a traumatic event can increase distress and PTSD symptoms, including research findings and suggestions for help.

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