Post traumatic stress disorder
Post traumatic stress disorder is a disturbing psychological condition where people relive painful memories against their will.
PTSD can sometimes occur after someone has lived through or witnessed a frightening incident such as a serious car accident or was involved in a seriously frightening event.
Symptoms can be feelings of isolation, lose of control and people can turn to alcohol or other drugs. Reliving the event and nightmares are common. Some people have trouble forming close relationships and have trouble sleeping.
These symptoms maybe common for someone who has had an accident but for PTSD to be diagnosed if the symptoms persist for more than three months after then event.
If you think you may be suffering from PTSD and are wondering if you may be entitled to claim compensation please call Accident Consult today on 08081 68 69 70 and we shall advise you on whether we think you may have a valid claim.
For more information about the amount of compensation you could receive, visit our Claim Calculator.
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