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ptsd

/ˌpiː.tiː.ɛsˈdiː/

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noun

B2formalcommonmedicalabbreviation/ˌpiː.tiː.ɛsˈdiː/

uncountable · proper noun

An anxiety disorder that can develop after a person is exposed to a traumatic event, such as a serious accident, natural disaster, or violent assault. It is characterized by symptoms such as flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety, and uncontrollable thoughts about the event.

  • 🇷🇺Тревожное расстройство, которое может развиться после того, как человек пережил травматическое событие, такое как серьёзная авария, стихийное бедствие или насильственное нападение. Характеризуется такими симптомами, как флешбэки, ночные кошмары, сильная тревога и навязчивые мысли о событии.
  1. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder B2 formal medical

    A mental health condition triggered by experiencing or witnessing a terrifying event, characterized by symptoms like flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety, and uncontrollable thoughts about the event.

    • Many veterans suffer from PTSD after combat.
    • She was diagnosed with PTSD following the car accident.
    • Therapy can help manage the symptoms of PTSD.
    • Flashbacks are a common symptom of PTSD.

    🇷🇺Посттравматическое стрессовое расстройство

    Synonyms: posttraumatic stress disorder

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