Once thought to be a rare condition, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a natural reaction to disaster and trauma in our lives. In addition, up to 25% of people have significant related problems such as anxiety, depression, or substance abuse. Symptoms include flashbacks, emotional numbness, acute anxiety, and physical reactions such as increased heart rate and nausea. This book takes a wide-ranging look at the nature of PTSD after distressing experiences such as war, sexual abuse or rape, natural and manmade disasters, car accidents, or the death of a loved one. Topics include:

* Whom it affects. * Symptoms - emotional and physical. * Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) exposure treatment. * EMDR (Eye movement de-sensitisation). * Group therapy. * Medication. * Self-help measures.