6 Things That Can Cause PTSD (Triggers Warning)

Statistics show that approximately 1 out of every 3 people who experience severe trauma develop PTSD. Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (or PTSD) is a mental illness that is brought about when we experience a traumatic event ourselves. Or when we witness or hear about a traumatic event that happened to someone we love. The American Psychological Association defines trauma as “any event where there is a serious threat to one’s life.” Are you watching this video to learn more about PTSD and to help raise awareness on the topic? If so, do consider sharing the video!

Important Disclaimer:
This video may be triggering, so please do not watch if you feel it would be harmful to you.

Credits
Writer: Chloe Avenasa
Script Editor: Rida Batool
VO: DeVoice
Animator: Marshy Deori
YouTube Manager: Cindy Cheong
Special Thanks: Yumika Tsui

References:
National Institute of Mental Health (November 2017). What is PTSD? Retrieved from www.nimh.nih.gov/health/statistics/PTSD.shtml
American Psychological Association (2013). Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. 5th Ed. Washington, DC, USA: APA Publishing.
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