post-traumatic
adjective
post-trau·mat·ic
ˌpōs(t)-trə-ˈma-tik 
-trȯ-,
-trau̇-
variants
or less commonly posttraumatic
: occurring after or as a result of trauma
post-traumatic seizures
post-traumatic headache
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Survivors can keep themselves safe by first recognizing the signs of secondary trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
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Vanessa Etienne, Peoplemag, 9 Aug. 2024
The current focus is on post-traumatic stress disorder, which affects about 13 million people in the U.S. and hasn't seen a new treatment approved in more than two decades.
—Maya Goldman, Axios, 7 Aug. 2024
Exposure can increase the risk of post-traumatic stress disorder, alcohol and substance use disorders, and sleep problems, as well as mental health problems that could last years.
—Jen Christensen, CNN, 2 Aug. 2024
His 2023 rehab visit was also related to seeking treatment for his post-traumatic stress disorder and borderline personality disorder.
—Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 31 July 2024
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Vanessa Etienne, Peoplemag, 9 Aug. 2024
The current focus is on post-traumatic stress disorder, which affects about 13 million people in the U.S. and hasn't seen a new treatment approved in more than two decades.
—Maya Goldman, Axios, 7 Aug. 2024
Exposure can increase the risk of post-traumatic stress disorder, alcohol and substance use disorders, and sleep problems, as well as mental health problems that could last years.
—Jen Christensen, CNN, 2 Aug. 2024
His 2023 rehab visit was also related to seeking treatment for his post-traumatic stress disorder and borderline personality disorder.
—Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 31 July 2024
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post-traumatic
adjective
post-trau·mat·ic
-trə-ˈmat-ik, -trȯ-, -trau̇-
: occurring after or as a result of trauma
post-traumatic epilepsy
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