Military sexual trauma (MST) is defined as any form of sexual abuse (whether physical or verbal) which takes places among men and women of the military. MST is illegal as it is an action performed without consent of the victim. Finish reading this article »
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Post-abortion stress syndrome, abbreviated as PAS or PASS, is a form of trauma which can occur in a woman after she has had an abortion. Finish reading this article »
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Depression is a mood disorder in which someone is frequently tired, has a decrease in energy levels and typically does not take part in previously enjoyed activities. A person may feel like life will be miserable forever and lose all hope of recovering. Such a state may be triggered by certain traumatic events such as a natural disaster, family problems or an illness. Finish reading this article »
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Depression occurs as a result of a chemical imbalance in the brain. It often runs in families. This mood disorder can be caused by a variety of experiences or emotions. Finish reading this article »
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Trauma comes in many forms. It can occur as a result of natural disaster, sexual abuse, a car crash or from a variety of other circumstances. The way trauma affects children depends on the age of the child, the severity of the situation and whether or not it occurs again. Finish reading this article »
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According to various research studies, approximately 4 million children are exposed to trauma in the U.S. every year. Due to such traumatic experiences, these children are susceptible to psychological disorders and serious emotional turmoil Finish reading this article »
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Social Phobia, also known as social anxiety disorder (SAD), is the fear of social situations. During these social instances, a person has feelings of anxiety, being judged, embarrassed or self-conscious. Finish reading this article »
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Panic disorder is a type of anxiety disorder. When someone experiences panic disorder they feel a sudden outburst of terror and concern. This unexpected episode is called a panic attack. Finish reading this article »
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Generalized Anxiety disorder (GAD) is a disorder characterized by constant, unrealistic worrying and exaggerated tension. The reason for such anxiety is typically unknown. Finish reading this article »
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Obsessive-Compulsive disorder (OCD) is a disorder in which someone is consistently plagued by recurrent obsessive thoughts and is taunted by urges to perform specific rituals. Finish reading this article »
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An anxiety disorder is a disorder in which a person’s level of fear escalates to an abnormally high level and does not seem rational in comparison to the situation. While everyone may experience slight anxiety at one time in life or another, those with anxiety disorders suffer from fear and worry at a level that interferes with every day life. Finish reading this article »
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Dissociation is the disconnection of thoughts and memories from your normal consciousness. This defense mechanism does not erase these thoughts, but rather separates them from your conscious mind. Finish reading this article »
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