PTSD is a mental health disorder that begins after a traumatic event. That event may involve a real or perceived threat of serious injury, sexual assault, or death. PTSD can happen to anyone at any age.
It occurs as a response to chemical and neuronal changes in the brain after exposure to threatening events. Having PTSD does not mean you are flawed or weak.

Early diagnosis and intervention are necessary for effective treatment and to minimize the long-term outcomes associated with PTSD.