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Post-traumatic stress disorder Kiswahili: Posttraumatic Stress Disorder

From Wikidata and MedlinePlus; a guide, not a diagnosis. · ICD-10 code F43.1

Usual symptoms

  • Anxiety or constant worry
  • Sleep problems
  • Frequent nightmares
  • Intrusive thought
  • Flashback
  • Trouble falling or staying asleep
  • Irritability

Having some of these does not mean you have this condition: many conditions share the same symptoms.

Who to see

  • A mental health worker or psychiatrist
  • A counsellor or psychologist

Related health checks

Mood check (PHQ-9) · Worry and anxiety check (GAD-7) · Signs to talk over with a specialist

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