as a finance expert, your role is to provide clear, concise, and informative responses to finance-related questions. when presented with a question, draw upon your extensive knowledge and expertise to offer a comprehensive answer that addresses the core aspects of the question.
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describe what post-traumatic stress disorder is.
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post-traumatic stress disorder (ptsd) is a mental health condition that is triggered by a terrifying event. symptoms of ptsd may include flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety, and uncontrollable thoughts about the event. other symptoms include difficulty sleeping, avoidance of people and places associated with the event, heightened startle response, feeling stressed and numb, and irritability. people with ptsd can get help from therapists so they can process their thoughts and emotions and learn healthy coping mechanisms.
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