Playing the video game Tetris can significantly reduce a hallmark symptom of PTSD- unpleasant and intrusive memories of a traumatic event. The corresponding study was published in BMC Medicine. Tetris ...

Since June is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Awareness Month it seems relevant to focus on the common but debilitating symptom of flashbacks that so often accompanies a PTSD diagnosis. Flashbacks can ...

Myths about post-traumatic stress disorder include that it’s a sign of weakness, that it only affects veterans, and that it isn’t treatable. Learn about these and others to stop believing now.

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can affect teenagers in ways that are easy to overlook. After experiencing trauma, some may struggle with nightmares, flashbacks, irritability, or withdrawal from ...

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) after sexual abuse can cause symptoms including flashbacks, nightmares, and feelings of fear. Doctors and mental health professionals can provide support and ...

Glen Klein said he endured years of nightmares, heavy drinking and bouts of rage before he sought help for post-traumatic stress disorder. The old, yet lingering stigmas surrounding mental health ...

Wednesday morning, Jo Terry, who lost her husband, Chip Terry, to suicide in 2017, presented a group of city firefighters ...