Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

Paper Summary:

The paper discusses the causes and effects of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) as well as its treatment. The paper explains that this disorder results from a chemical imbalance in the brain and not merely from a traumatic experience.

Outline:
Introduction
Effects and Causes
Treatment
Conclusion

From the Paper:

"Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder is an anxiety disorder that can develop after a terrifying event, where physical harm occurred. Some traumatic events may consist of violent personal assaults, natural or human-caused disasters, accidents, or military combat. The cause of post-traumatic stress disorder is unclear, however it is believed that chemicals or hormones released during a traumatic situation may cause long-term changes in the structures and functions of the brain."

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