Tag: Post-traumatic Stress Disorder

Complex PTSD: When trauma persists…

June 23, 2024 admin

Representative image. | Photo Credit: Adrian Swancar/Unsplash Around 4% of the world’s population has suffered post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) at some point, according to the World Health Organisation (WHO). PTSD is often associated with war veterans, survivors of sexual violence and typically anybody who has lived through a life-threatening situation. They often experience anxiety, flashbacks,…

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Dogs Can Detect PTSD Episodes By Smelling Humans’ Breath: Study

March 29, 2024 admin

Study shows that at least some dogs can also detect these episodes via breath. (Representational) New Delhi: Dogs might be able to detect an onset of a post-traumatic stress episode, according to a new study. Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) arises from being exposed to a catastrophic or traumatic event. Symptoms can include re-experiencing that catastrophic…

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